Expert Answers in installation

ANSWER – There is much to consider in preparation when installing stone or ceramic tile, and during the installation process.  I will only respond to your specific question, so my answer in itself will not…

ANSWER – What you are suggesting doesn’t meet any industry standards, so if something goes wrong you buy it.   In theory the silicone will bond the glass…

ANSWER – First thing is to determine why the tile cracked, so you can make sure your new installation does not crack.

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ANSWER – You should always have at least a 1/4″ gap between the tile and the wall it abuts.  If you but a base on top of the tile it will cover the gap, so…

ANSWER – In theory you can stucco over ceramic tile, but the conditions have to be correct and you have to prepare the tile in a special…

ANSWER – What to use to remove a lot of ceramic tile depends on how well it is bonded to the substrate.  If it is bonded well…

Regarding your question about a travertine installation first let me qualify by saying:

1.  Marble Institute…

ANSWER – If I understand your question, you are saying that you are installing 18×18 ceramic tiles over 3 floor areas.  I assume one is a concrete slab, and…

ANSWER – I would have to write a book to answer all your questions.  So I will give you an abbreviated version.

1. Ask the larger ceramic tile supply companies in your area for names…

ANSWER – Laticrete 226/3701 and Mapei Mapicem are mortars the say they can achieve 5,000 psi compressive strength or greater.  Note that the reported values are based on laboratory results, not field testing.  Field testing…