How to install wall tiles
Placing wall tiles is a common project in decoration, but the steps and techniques directly affect the final effect. The following is a guide to laying wall tiles summarized in the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days. It combines structured data and detailed instructions to help you complete the construction efficiently.
1. Preparation work before laying wall tiles
1.Tools and Materials List:
| tool | Material |
|---|---|
| Level, tile cutting machine | Wall tiles (reserve 10% for loss) |
| Rubber hammer, toothed scraper | Tile adhesive or cement mortar |
| cross locator | Waterproof coating (necessary for wet areas) |
2.Basic treatment: The wall surface must be smooth and dust-free. Wall surfaces with high water absorption rates must be moistened by sprinkling water in advance. Areas such as bathrooms must be painted with a waterproof layer and tested for water closure.
2. Detailed steps for laying wall tiles
1.Elastic line positioning: Use a level to pop up the reference line and lay from bottom to top. The bottom row of bricks can be left for final cutting.
2.Stir the adhesive: Mix the tile adhesive with water according to the instructions, let it sit for 5 minutes and then stir again.
| Adhesive type | Applicable scenarios | Opening hours |
|---|---|---|
| cement mortar | Ordinary wall | Use within 2 hours |
| C2 grade tile adhesive | large size bricks | 30 minutes |
3.Paving skills:
- Use a toothed scraper to scrape the glue into a wavy shape to improve adhesion.
- The back of the tiles needs to be filled with grout to avoid hollowing.
- Use the cross positioner to adjust the gap after each brick is laid.
3. Solutions to common problems
| question | reason | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Hollow rate＞5% | Glue is not full | Re-pave |
| Uneven gaps | Locator not used | Adjust before solidification |
4. Beautiful seams and maintenance
1. The gaps can be cleaned 24 hours after paving, and the seams can be constructed after 48 hours.
2. Avoid impact on the wall within 7 days, and wet areas must be allowed to dry naturally.
5. Popular tiling trends in 2024
1.Large size thin board bricks: 600x1200mm size is popular and requires special adhesive.
2.Seam paving: Leave seam 0.5-1mm, high technical requirements but more overall effect.
Summary: When laying wall tiles, you need to strictly follow the steps, choose appropriate materials and tools, and pay attention to new processes in the industry. It is recommended that novices practice in a small area first, or consult a professional paving team.
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