Category: Tiling Advice
We all want to stand back from a great tiling project and marvel at our pristine creation. Atlas Ceramics have given thousands of people like you the materials for a refit, paving the way to a DIY or professional project. But how much does it cost to tile a bathroom? This is a source of …
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With underfloor heating becoming more common due to cost-effective installation and running costs, there are inherent problems associated with these systems in the form of movement between the subfloor and the floor finish due to expansions and contractions. Failing to allow for this movement will almost certainly result in cracked tiling surfaces. Dural UK have …
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The power of grout Grout colour can play an important role in the overall finish of a room and is a useful way to transform a design into something much more unique. It also has a significant effect on the look and feel of the tiles and is crucial in either creating a complimentary …
Weber.fix plus is a high performance, ready-mixed, acrylic, thin bed ceramic adhesive for wall tiles. Weber.fix plus is ideal for interior use, and it is designed to be non slip making it exceptionally easy to use. About Weber.Fix Plus Weber.fix plus is a great adhesive recommended for use with ceramic wall tiles. It is suited …
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Traditional quarry tiles are made from natural clays and are generally unglazed; during production anti-slip properties are added to the tiles – which make them perfect for use in heavy traffic and/or wet areas like commercial kitchens. To keep quarry tiles looking great we recommend using a sealer to prevent staining. Best Products To Use …
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Movement joints are an integral part of any ceramic tile or stone installation. The various components of a tiled assembly (covering, adhesive, substrate, etc.) have unique physical characteristics that affect their behavior. Specifically, these components will expand and contract at different rates, according to each component’s intrinsic physical properties, with changes in moisture, temperature and …
As with any job around the home, for the best result it’s always advisable to seek assistance from a professional. You may have spent a considerable amount of your hard earned cash on beautiful wall tiles, but not fixed correctly, the end result might not be pleasing, leaving you with extra expense in the …
Porcelain vs Ceramic Both porcelain and ceramic tiles are made from clay. They therefore have a relatively similar appearance and similar attributes, as compared with something like granite or quartz. That said, there are some distinct differences to keep in mind and it is an error to use the terms interchangeably. Whereas ceramic tiles are …
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After hours of wandering around tile showrooms, you have finally chosen your ceramic tiles and are ready to start transforming your room. Your surface is smooth, you have the perfect amount of tiles to complete the job and you have decided on your starting point. Your first challenge, just how do you cut ceramic tiles …
The bathroom is an important part of any household and in a domestic setting, the bathroom is seen as a haven of luxury and relaxation. A place to unwind after a hard day’s work. It is the most popular space within the home for installing wall and floor tiles. This is because tiles provide a …
