| Ceramic Tile Floor Installation- What Tools are Required? |
Whether you are installing a new ceramic tile floor or replacing an old one this report will take you step by step through installation process. The following instructions are basic and are designed for most common installations. If in doubt please consult with a professional tile installation contractor.
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| Ceramic Tile Floor Installation- How much tile will you need? |
| To calculate how much floor tile you will need, measure the length and width of the floor. If you have odd shapes or the room is not square or rectangular, divided the room into smaller sections....detail |
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| Ceramic Tile Floor Installation- Setting the floor tile |
To set most ceramic tile you will need to purchase thin set. Thin set is available by the bag and looks similar to cement. Make sure to buy enough for the entire installation. Most stores will take back unopened bags, so do not be afraid to overbuy.
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| Ceramic Tile Floor Installation- Grouting |
| Allow the floor to sit overnight before grouting. You have several choices in grout for ceramic tile. See our report on grout types for more info. Generally, sanded grout should be used in grout joints 1/8 inch or larger and unsanded grout should be used in joints less than 1/8 inch....detail |
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