Bathroom Floor Tiling Tips

Bathroom tiles require a good bit of effort and patience to complete, but you would still need to cover all the small details of the job. This is pretty important if you have never had any work done with this before.

Bathroom Floor Tiling Tips

The following tips will give you an idea what you can do to make this happen step by step

• The first thing you will need to do is focus on removing the toilet if you want to be as thorough as possible. Call a plumber if you’ve never done this before, as they will help you deal with it in a safe and efficient manner without risking plumbing problems.
• Prepare the floor prior to working on it. You will need to remove the old flooring, and then work on installing some plywood on the floor. You will have to screw it to the floor with the right screws at every three inches or so. This will become the base of the floor you can build upon once you’re done. If needed, you could use professional house cleaning service after the job is done.
• Check the egress threshold and make sure you have the height allowance nailed right. You will have to cut the molding and door stops so you can fit the tiles under it. Once you measure the height of the tile, you will need to cut the wood trim so it fits.
• You have to work on creating a template on top of the plywood, along with grout lines to work with. This is an important step of the process, as it will help you figure out how things will be laid down once you start working.
• You must then work on preparing the cement, making sure you work with one that has a latex additive in it. This will allow you to use it with greater efficiency due to its elasticity. It will be more expensive than the other options, but it will be worth the price in the long run. Follow the instructions on the package and make sure you nail the consistency. Break ay pieces of the cement that remained inside and make sure the mix is as smooth as possible.
• Lay down the tiles, beginning with the laying down of cement with a notched trowel. Start as far away from the door as you can and work your way out so you won’t end up boxed. Work in smaller increments, as this will allow the drying process to work in your favor. Lay the tiles on top, making sure you stay within the tile lines and leave the necessary room between tiles for the next day.
• The next step is the grout, as it will allow you to complement the color and ambiance of the room. Darker grout will last a lot longer and you will not have to change it as often as the lighter shades. Make sure you use gloves regardless of the color used, as it will allow you to work clean. Use a grout float and pack it tight around the tiles.
• Next time you have to wash the tiles with warm water you can remove the excess grout. Use the time to smooth the grout lines with a soft sponge. Wipe once, turn it over and press it gently on the lines. Once you have it all figured out, you can work on reinstalling your toilet if you had it removed during the process.