Proper laying of tiles in the bathroom: instructions

The tile has excellent performance characteristics, making ceramic tiles the most reliable and profitable finishing material. In particular: not exposed to humid air and temperature changes allow.

Tile in the bathroom - a universal option

Advantages of tiles:

• the material is durable and stable, does not wear off over time, which allows it to be laid on the floor;
• high resistance to humid air and directly to water;
• high service life: with regular care, ceramic tiles last for several decades;
• hygiene: the surface of the tile, especially glossy, does not absorb dirt, is easy to clean and is not afraid of cleaning products;
• attractiveness: a huge choice in shape, color and design allows you to realize any idea.

Among the shortcomings, experts note painstaking and expensive installation. But, if you study the issue, you can lay out the tiles yourself.

How to choose?

To make the installation look beautiful, attractive and at the same time reliable and of high quality, you first need to choose the most suitable tile option.

Color, shape, size, pattern or pattern on the surface - all these criteria play a huge role in the quality of the finish.

If you still choose the design of the tile, but the question of the amount of material usually leads to a stupor of any repairman. So that you do not have to wander through the shops with a lost sight, prepare for the purchase in advance.

Purchase of ceramic tiles:

• the main rule: do not buy an approximate amount of tiles, especially expensive ones, in any case, you will either not have enough, or there will be leftovers;
• measure the surface that you are going to tile; if it is only the floor, do not forget to add areas around the sink, shower or bath;
• in the store, select a tile, ask the consultant for its dimensions and availability in stock;
• houses based on the surface area and size of the tiles; experts recommend drawing a bathroom on a piece of paper in a box on an appropriate scale and applying tiles to the sheet;
• go to the store for tiles; do not forget to purchase glue at the same time.

Accurate calculation will help to save the number of scraps, according to your budget. Experienced craftsmen recommend adding another 5% to the resulting number and purchasing with a margin. After all, just a couple of pieces may not be enough for you, and the corresponding pattern or even shade may not be available in the store.

Classic tiling

The laying itself is very important when calculating the tiles, so you should also decide in advance how exactly you will lay the cladding.

Styling options:

Having decided exactly how you will lay ceramic tiles, you can draw the masonry on a piece of paper, which will also help you in determining the amount of material.

Necessary materials and tools

To beautifully and efficiently lay tiles on the walls or floor of the bathroom, you will need the following materials and tools:

• ceramic tile;
• glue for adhesion of tiles to the surface;
• container for diluting glue;
• special grout for seams;
• building level;
• sponge or clean rag to remove glue;
• notched trowel;
• grinder or tool for cutting tiles;
• plastic crosses for leveling seams;
• corundum block for grinding cut tiles.
  If you are leveling walls or floors, you will also need a primer.

Preparation of walls and floors before finishing

In many ways, the quality of the future finish and its durability depends on the surface itself, in particular on its preparation.

Room pretreatment:

Please note that you need to prime the walls both before leveling and after. The primer will provide better adhesion to the plaster and reduce the cost of tile adhesive.

First you need to prepare the glue. Usually in stores they sell dry mixes that need to be diluted with water. Be sure to follow the instructions on the adhesive package.

Laying tiles in the bathroom is a responsible matter

Please note that some compounds must be used within a certain time. Therefore, it is better to prepare several portions of glue, do not stir the entire package at once.

So, if the walls are even, all the tools and materials are there, the glue is prepared, you can get to work.
Bathroom tiling:

When you finish finishing all surfaces, you can start finishing the seams.
Grouting tiles:

Grouting is the last and final stage in finishing the bathroom.
How to lay tiles in the bathroom - in theory, the answer is simple, but in practice it is painstaking work that requires certain skills and diligence.

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