Expert Answers in stone
What is the allowable Tile Lippage for an 18" x 18" tile?
ANSWER – Allowable tile lippage for ceramic tile, including porcelain tile, which is a type of ceramic tile, is based on the grout joint width and the amount of allowable warpage that the tile itself exhibits.…
Read MoreThe granite sample I approved does not match the granite countertop I received. What can I do about it?
ANSWER – Based on the few photos you provided, I don’t think the white background sample you approved is representative of the salmon background countertop that you got.
Are there standards for tile installation workmanship?
ANSWER – Yes there are industry standards for workmanship. ANSI A108 .08-2013 4.0 General requirements for tile installations provides many of the workmanship requirements for the installation of tiles.
Walls cannot be out of plumb,…
Read MoreHow to Achieve 95% Thin-set Mortar Contact when Installing Tile versus Spot Bonding?
ANSWER – Per ANSI A108 and per the TCNA Handbook for Ceramic, Glass, and Stone Tiles they say that the thin-set adhesive coverage under the tile should be 80% with full support along tile edges…
Read MoreWhat problems can occur if tile is subjected to a flood?
ANSWER – If the tile was installed correctly, it should not be damaged by being submerged in water. Although quite often tiles are not installed correctly, and there can be resultant damages from a flood.
Whether…
Read MoreWhy did my Indian Sandstone slabs turn yellow and what can we do about it?
ANSWER – Wow that looks pretty extreme.
Considering you could clean it off suggests that the staining is originating on the surface versus within.
Considering the covered based has not discolored further suggests that the staining…
Read MoreShould I use mechanical anchors to install my 2cm thick granite stone?
ANSWER – Mechanical anchoring of the stone is always considered the safest method of installation. If you do use mechanical anchors you need to be aware of the capacity of the particular stone you…
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