Large format tile must be installed on a level substrate.
Install large format wall tile.
To avoid slippage your contractor or tile installer will be able to advise on an appropriate grout allowance due to the tile s larger size.
When installing large format tile there must be at least 90 mortar contact and a minimum grout joint of 3 16.
Tcna also recommends full coverage on the back of the tile.
Heavy large format tiles used on wall applications are best installed using non sag adhesives.
Handling lippage subfloor preparation mortar coverage and curing protection all require extra consideration during the installation process of large format tile.
For all of msi s rectangular tiles a minimum of a 1 3 or more off set with 1 8 grout joint size is recommended for rectified tiles and a 3 16 grout joint for non rectified.
Tcna recommends medium bed mortars for large format floor installs.
Designers like the aesthetically pleasing open look it gives floors and walls in residential and commercial applications.
Don t take any risks and always use the floating and buttering method when installing large format tiles.
The preparation of a substrate is important in any installation but with large format tile a flat surface is crucial.
A tile is considered large format when it is 16 x 16 or larger.
First apply the adhesive onto the back of the slab with a 3mm tile trowel.
The edges of the tile are often rectified.
Consumers like the natural beauty of a large stone expanse and appreciate the easier maintenance resulting from fewer grouted joints.
When installing large format tiles and planks it is vital to adhere to the recommended grout line widths recommended patterns and all installation guidelines.
Installation of large format ceramic tile recommends that the substrate have no more than a 1 8 in 10 variance.
Check the laying substrate has no cracks it is homogeneous and mature totally clean and flat.
Large format tiles like porcelain are machine made.
But large format tile also has its installation challenges.
With no more than 1 16 variation in 24.
The recommended adhesive is c2te s1 and it must be spread over in one direction only.
This means it has a factory made straight edge cut.