Ceramic and Porcelain Tile installation

Can ceramic tile be laid on an epoxy floor?

ANSWER - In theory a ceramic or stone tile could be installed over an epoxy floor, but it could be problematic depending on the conditions. The substrate must be suitable and sound for the application. …

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Grout sealers

Suggestions to darken grout?

ANSWER - There are grout colorants that allow you to change the color of your grout to almost any grout color. They are epoxy based, and it is a tedious process. First, you must make…

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Ceramic and Porcelain Tile cleaning Maintenance

Tile Edges Stained does glaze normally get darker from foot traffic?

ANSWER - I assume you have a glazed porcelain ceramic tile. It is true that tile surfaces with a texture or an undulating surface will tend to pick up or trap dirt in its crevices.…

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sealers stone

Can you recommend a "breathable sealer"?

ANSWER - The veneer stone is actually a cementitious product. Sometimes they come with a stain or finish that may or may not be compatible with certain sealers. I suggest you visit our at Read More

Ceramic and Porcelain Tile installation

Can you install tile over Wood?

ANSWER - Tile can be adhered to exterior glue plywood if it is for an interior application that will not be near moisture. Other types of plywood, OSB, Particle Board, and etc. are considered too…

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Grout installation stone

Is there a standard size for grout width for granite floors?

ANSWER - Grout joint width depends on how consistent is the size dimensions of the tile and how flat is the substrate it is being attached to. Should always have at least 1/8" wide grout…

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sealers stone

Is there a Sealer that won't Darken Stone?

ANSWER - There are sealers that do not significantly darken the stone.  Miracle Sealants has one called 511 Impregnator or one called Porous Plus for very porous stones.  Go to our website at www.CTaSC.com

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Ceramic and Porcelain Tile failures Lippage Standards

Any Lippage Standard on Ceramic Tile Floor in California?

ANSWER - There are industry standards (ANSI A108.02-4.3.7-2005) that state that for tiles that are consistently sized the grout joints ¼” wide or more can not have any lippage greater than 1/16 inch.  If the…

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failures Grout

What could cause grout chipping and powdering?

ANSWER - Normally when there is a problem it is the result of compounding factors that each contribute to the problem to some degree. The grout was likely over watered when mixed and during the…

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failures Moisture Problems Standards

Tile is coming up because of moisture problem

ANSWER - There is no simple answer to your question without thoroughly investigating your situation, but I will make some general comments to help you to decide how to proceed. There is an ASTM F-1869…

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