Why Do You Need Expansion Joints When Installing Tiles?
If you’re wondering why you need to include expansion joints when installing tile, you’ve come to the right place. Let us explain why they are so important.
Tile Installation Expansion Joints Are Critical for Success!
Expansion joints are also known as Movement Joints or Movement Accommodation Joints. In ceramic, porcelain, glass and stone tile installations, they are critical to the success and longevity of the installation.
According to the NTCA (National Tile Contractors Association) Reference Manual, an expansion joint is,
“A joint through the tile, mortar, and reinforcing wire down to the substrate.” By integrating these “stress relievers” into the tile assembly, expansion and contraction takes place without compromising its integrity.”
Installing Large Format Tiles: What You Need to Know
Using large format tile has many advantages. Among the most common advantages are easier maintenance and room size perception. Generally speaking it is far easier to clean the face of a tile than it is to clean the grout and large tile tends to make the room in which it is installed appear larger. The use of large format patterns also creates dynamic looks; dramatically increasing the visual impact of a space.
Below are three tips to maximize the advantages of large format tile:
The 15 Golden Rules of Tiling
These top 15 golden rules for tiling will help you to successfully complete your project. Upgrade your tiling skills and follow these rules for better and faster tiling.
- The first and most important rule is that the tiles should be clean and dry when you start placing them.
- There should be no grease, curing compounds, wax or other substances on the surface of the tiles and all forms of contamination should be avoided.
- Use a notched trowel especially made for applying the adhesive on the surface of the tiles. The adhesive should be applied horizontally with a notched trowel. Using swirling motions is not recommended.
20 Vastu Tips To Bring Health And Wealth
The science of Vastu adds value to one’s life and brings in peace and prosperity. Behind every Vastu tip is a deep scientific reason and hence it becomes more plausible to follow. As we enter 2020, here are few tips from Vastu expert, you can follow for good luck to follow in the new year.
- Puja room is a must in every house. And we all know that North East is the most auspicious direction. But the constant confusion about whether you should face the divine direction or the idols should be facing towards it remain as it is. Here’s the solution – one must face towards the North-East direction while doing prayers.
- To attract good luck in 2020, you must light a lamp every day in the evening near the water pot in the house.
- Water fountain or paintings depicting water should be placed in the North or East direction. This will attract success, wealth and prosperity to your life.