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Some Handy Tips
Whilst thinking about your own ceramic tiling project, consider the points below before you go and buy the ceramic tiles and other materials.
Don't cut corners
You've spent your hard-earned Euros on a new shower room or kitchen, so don't forget that the tiling gives the room that special finishing touch.
It doesn't matter how much money you spent on those worktops or units, if your eye is drawn to that badly cut tile in the corner; that tile will always be what catches your eye!
What tiles ?
Large tiles look stunning in the brochure or showroom - but these are fixed to a completely flat surface made for the purpose.
If you have uneven walls or floors (we are in France, after all), I can only do so much to flatten out that surface.
The tiling will only look as good as the surface underneath.
Smaller tiles 'roll' over the lumps and bumps better, so are good for uneven surfaces.
Large tiles work really well on large areas, making the space look even bigger, but they don't stand out in a small room.
Different layouts, for instance, diagonal or broken bond, can enhance the room - as long as the layout and tile you choose fit into that space.
Tile on Tile ?
Yes, you can! In fact, it's one of the best surfaces to tile on. Providing the existing tiled surface is solid (you can check this out by tapping with a coin, and listening for hollow sounds).
Tile on Wood ?
Yes, you can! Providing the floor is over-boarded, screwed down and a primer and flexible adhesive is used.
Layout is the key !
Inexperience may lead a 'handyman' or 'DIYer' to start tiling from one side, so that there is a cut only on one side.
As a craftsman, I will centre the tiles accordingly, so that the look is balanced.