How To Fit Slate Wall Tiles

You should decide if you are following a diagonal or a straight layout.

How to fit slate wall tiles.

Tile cutting jigs are inexpensive and are much easier to use than freehand tile cutters. On a vertical surface you generally won t want to go larger than 12 x 12 inch tiles. Determine the size and pattern of the layout. Cut tiles to fit around the edges of the room.

Make a horizontal line around the room. Slate wall tiles exist in different sizes so you need to determine what kind of layout would suit the type of slate tiles you have bought. For hard ceramic tiles the glazed surface must be scored and the tile broken along this line. Slate tiles are available in a variety of different sizes including 2 inch 4 inch 6 inch 12 inch 16 inch and 24 inch squares.

You can also combine the layout with a set diagonally and a set on straight lines. Measure the tile to account for a one eighth inch 0 3 cm grout space along the wall. Use the notches on the trowel to comb the mortar to an even depth then smooth out the ridges with the side of the. Mark a vertical line in the center of each wall extending to the top of the area to be tiled.

Mix the slate adhesive according to the packing instructions. Spread a small amount of mortar onto the wall where you want to install the tiles. This line should correspond to a grouting joint. Define the border line so that you do not have to cut any tiles to fit vertically.

Determining a plan or layout of the room is helpful. Step 2 installing the tiles. Tile can be laid out straight or set on a diagonal. Cut the tiles to fit into any gaps.

You can cut slate tile with a diamond blade wet saw grinder or hacksaw with an abrasive blade. Use a saw tile to cut a tile to fit around an awkward shape such as a pipe or architrave. Thoroughly define the tile layout before beginning.