Learn to Tile Like a Pro

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So Last week I had the amazing pleasure of hosting Hometalk’s DIY Facebook session. It was so much fun. put on safety gogglesI showed you how anyone could tile just about anything with these simple steps. Often we can become intimidated by the fear of the unknown. We went through a simple and easy manner in which anyone can complete their own tiling project using the SimpleMat by Custom Building and a premixed gout also by Custom Building.
Materials


SimpleMat Tile setting sheets


Tiles


Pre-mixed Grout


Grout float


Spacers


Scissors


Bucket


Tile saw or cutter
Premixed grout, while a little more expensive makes for an easier installation. No need to worry about mixing the right ratios.
I love this tiling mat by Custom Bulding products. It works on walls, shower stalls, and counters. It made the tiling process less messy and super easy.
All you really need are the basics like these hand cutters.
Start by applying the mat to the surface.
Tile.


Before you tile you always want to do a dry fitting – figure out your tile pattern and get the basic measurements for the tile cuts.


Make your tile cuts. You can achieve most cuts if tackling a small area and small tiles by using a simple tile cutter or a tile saw. Always buy extra tiles.


Gently place tile in place. Use spacers for proper spacing. (I obviously did not use any spacers in this
And Grout. Wipe away the excess and you are DONE!
And it really is that simple.
Suggested materials:
  • SimpleMat   (Home Depot)
  • Premixed grout   (Home Depot)
  • Tile cutters   (Hardware store)
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  • Jean Jean on Oct 01, 2016
    Can e this method to tile a shower?
  • Ans10803042 Ans10803042 on Oct 02, 2016
    how to get them straight?
  • Larry Larry on Oct 04, 2016
    Video cut off before you actually showed the tiling and cutting of tiles, any suggestions ? Is the part 2 of the video?
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