Although you don’t need to install an underlayment between the concrete and the tile, you need to prepare the surface before placing the tile. After all, cracks and uneven areas in the concrete can cause damage to the tile above, and uncontrolled moisture in the concrete can destroy the mortarRead More →
Travertine tile is a porous stone and can be etched by acidic substances. If it is used in a shower, it needs to be sealed after installation. Is travertine tile waterproof? Travertine is a type of limestone, and while it is not waterproof, it is a durable stone often usedRead More →
Which Tiles To Use. When breathability is an installation concern, the best tiling option is natural limestone floor tiles as they absorb, disperse, and enable damp to evaporate. How long does quarry tile last? Ceramic and quarry tile can last indefinitely if properly maintained. If green friendly products (neutral detergentsRead More →
Leaks and water damage – Once a tile slips, a weak spot is unearthed and a bit of bad weather can make one small problem into a massive one. … Mold can spreading across damp walls inside the home where a leak from a slipped roof tile has dripped downRead More →
Waterline tiles provide the final finishing touch for your pool. Aesthetically, they allow you to match or contrast your pool colour and/or pool’s surroundings. Tiles can also help to make the pool bluer by using a dark blue waterline tile with a light coloured interior. What is waterline tile? TheRead More →
Latex, acrylic latex and enamel paints will all perform well on the ceramic tile if you have used a quality high-adhesion primer to prepare the surface. Apply two to three even coats, as needed, until you achieve full coverage. Does painting tile really last? So, technically, you can paint floorRead More →
Asbestos popcorn ceilings were popular between 1945 and the 1990s. Asbestos was officially banned from ceiling coverings in 1973. However, previously manufactured asbestos-containing products may have been installed in homes into the 1990s. What are drop ceiling tiles made of? These ceiling tiles are made from recycled newspaper, perlite, fiberglass,Read More →
A missing ceiling tile can easily allow hot products of combustion from a fire to rise through the ceiling opening and collect in the space above the ceiling. This effect can severely delay the activation time of automatic fire sprinklers that have been installed at the ceiling level. How canRead More →
7 budget-friendly floor tiles for your home Porcelain and Ceramic Tiles. … Vitrified Tiles. … Laminated Wooden Flooring. … Luxury Vinyl Plank and Tile Flooring. … Sheet Vinyl Flooring. … Terracotta Tiles. … Natural Stone Tiles. What is special in Kajaria tiles? Kajaria offers a wide range of ceramic floorRead More →