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HOW TO INSTALL NATURAL STONES TILES - Coggle Diagram
HOW TO INSTALL NATURAL STONES TILES
1) PREPARATION
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Apply and spread it with a paint brush or a roller to avoid the formation of puddles
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To strengthen the surface and reduce the absorbency of the substrate apply a suitable primer for the walls
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Make sure that all substrates are level dry and free from dirt and dust
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When the substrate has dried you may start laying the tiles
2) TILING
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Place the tiles pressing them carefully into the mortar
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The mortar coverage in other words the contact area at the back of the tiles must be at least 65%
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Apply marble mortar on the wall using a suitable notched trowel
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This row will be done later after the tiles on the floor are fixed
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Always start from the bottom of your tiling are working your way up the wall an equal distance between tiles and make sure they are level
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Mark the area where the bottom row of your tiles will be installed
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For fixing natural stone tiles on your floor use mortar again although this time the mass does not need to be as dense as for the walls
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When preparing the mortar, leave it to mature for approximately 5 minutes and then stir again
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Apply the mortar with a suitable notched trowel
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Then place the tiles pressing them into the mortar
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With very delicate stones, do a trial application before to check the suitability of the products
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Check the tiles with a spirit level to make sure they are laid evenly
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For tiling natural stones use a mortar specifically designed for this purpose
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When the adhesive has dried and the tiled floor is ready to step on apply the missing tiles on the bottom row of the wall
3) GROUTING
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Completely fill the joints
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after the grout has started to set which can be tested with a finger emulsify the tiles and clean the area by wiping it witha sponge and little water in circular movements
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Use the correct mixing ratio with water as define on the packaging and observe a three minute maturing time during mixing
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After the second cleaning left the grout dry completely for aftercare cleaning recommended checmical agents can be used after seven days
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Choose the flexible and waterlight grout
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Then move to the floor
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when the tile adhesive is sufficiently set and the joints have been cleared of any remaining bits of mortar you may start grouting
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The second cleaning is best done with diagonal movements and clean water
