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I have two patios where I am planning to lay tiles. I have been following many youtube videos and instructions on internet and it seems like it is doable by myself ( little help from my wife). I would really like to try myself and give it a go. Any suggestion would be nice before starting. I have attached images of my two patios. And also if you can suggest me what type of tiles are best suitable for such case. I believe timber decking is going to be expensive in this case.
I'd recommend laying the vertical tiles after you've done the floor @Sugar. That way, you can place a tile spacer on top of the floor tiles to get the gap correct and hold the tile up until the glue has dried. If you do the verticle tiles first, it will be hard to get the gap at the bottom consistent, and they'll fall off the wall if not supported whilst the glue dries.
The tile spacers will gap the tiles correctly at the corners. You'll then come back and add grout or silicone to the gap.
Mitchell
Thank you for your reply. So many things going around and have not got a chance to do tiling. I am hoping next weekend I will be able to do it.
I have added another area (my front area). Please have a look at the picture.
I am going to do tiling in the area indicated by the Red dotted lines. I am a little worried about finishing off the tile here, where two pillars ends ( the dotted line away from the main door). Later I googled and found this:
I would like to create a smooth transition between the tile and the pebblecrete surface so that nobody trips. What is the name of the item we call in Bunnings Store and how to use that during the tiling process where the last tiles end?
Besides the above, I have a few questions:
1.) How many hours after we can take out the spacing between tiles?
2.) How many hours after we can apply grout in between tiles? I believe we have to let the adhesive dry first.
3.) I am planning to apply vertical tiles on the areas indicated by the green lines (probably I had already asked this before). Is that a good idea or are there any other alternatives for the vertical section of wall just above the floor ?
Thanks guys for your experts advice.
Hi @Sugar,
The diminishing tiling trim you're after is manufactured by one of our suppliers, Roberts design. If you speak with one of our helpful team members at your nearest store's Special Orders desk, then we'll be able to order the trim for you.
Here's a helpful step-by-step guide that you should find useful: How to lay floor tiles. I'm sure it will answer many of your questions and give you the confidence needed to start this project.
You'll need to wait for the adhesive to dry before removing the tile spacers. Drying times are dependent on the tile adhesive you choose. Typically, a 24-hour drying time is fairly common. Once the adhesive is dry, you can grout your tiles.
Tiling the verticle sections is certainly an option. An alternative could be to use 42 x 18mm 2.7m FJ Pre Oiled Merbau Screening which might make a nice natural wood highlight to your tiling job.
Please let me know if you have further questions.
Mitchell
Hi @Sugar,
My idea was to use the timber as a trim above the tiles, something like the below image. It's certainly not necessary, but it is an option that could add some interest. The timber could also be added to either side of your pathway.
Mitchell
Hello @Sugar
I suggest using Selleys 325g Liquid Nails Rapid Cure Strong Waterproof Adhesive to join them together. Bolting the timber to any concrete or tile surface will require that you drill carefully to avoid cracking the tile. If the concrete surface is not deep enough it might not be suitable to bolt the timber onto the surface.
Eric
That's great to hear, @Sugar. Keep us updated on your progress, and reach out if you have further questions.
Mitchell
