Expert Answers in installation

ANSWER – Visit www.UofCTS.org and there is an online 4 hour course called “Tile Installer Thin-set Standards (ITS) Verification” course that teaches installers the industry standards for adhered methods.

It covers…

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ANSWER – There are pros and cons for installing ceramic tile over vinyl. This method is not uncommon, but it’s always best to bond (adhere) ceramic tile directly to a good concrete subfloor. The…

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ANSWER – There are lots of variables regarding how to attach your cabinets to ceramic tile. We don’t have any experience with the requirements and limitations of installing cabinets. Generally speaking, the type of…

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ANSWER – It is possible to adhere the travertine tiles directly to the steel. There is no need or value to use backer board in an application such as this. The steel has to be…

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ANSWER – We normally don’t recommend to bonding to exterior glued plywood (EGP), but it can be done in interior dry applications. Plywood will expand and deform if subjected to moisture or humidity. There are…

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ANSWER – I assume you have a porcelain wood looking tile that you want to use on the exterior deck of your home in MD. If so, yes, porcelain tiles can be used on exterior…

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ANSWER – There is a lot more to a proper configuration of a subfloor for tile than just the thickness of the subfloor. It is normally recommended to have at least 23/32″ thick tongue and…

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ANSWER – The reference standards for thin-set contact can be found as follows:

2013.1 ANSI A108.5-3.3.3 states …coverage with the corners and edges fully supported.

2014 TCNA Handbook – substrate requirements – Mortar and Mortar…

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ANSWER – Installing stone over pine isn’t recommended because it isn’t a good material for achieving a reliable bond, and might have too much deflection. It is possible to bond the slate to the risers…

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ANSWER – Not sure what your situation is based on your description, but here are some possible answers:

1.  If you have removed plastic tiles and its adhesive is still on the floor, there are…

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