Creative Homeowner Ultimate Guide to Ceramic & Stone Tile

by Creative Homeowner Press

• ISBN13: 9781580112970
• ISBN10: 1580112978
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-06-01
• Publisher: Creative Homeowner Pr

Summary

More than 630 color photos and illustrations detail projects ranging from tiling floors, walls, counters, and patios to repairs and maintenance.

Table of Contents

Introduction	p. 8
Tile Basics	p. 10
A Short History of Tile	p. 12
Firing Tile
Glazing Tile
Modern Tile
Tile Characteristics	p. 14
Firing & Glazes
Water Absorption
Tile Selection
Tile Sizes & Shapes	p. 16
Single Tiles
Sheet-Mounted Tiles
Pregrouted Tile Panels
Trim & Specialty Tile	p. 17
Ceramic Tile	p. 18
Porcelain Tile	p. 20
Stone Tile	p. 22
Glass Tile	p. 24
Terra-Cotta Tile	p. 26
Decorative Tile Borders	p. 28
Painted Tile	p. 30
Mosaic Tile	p. 32
Room Prep: Structure	p. 34
Stripping Drywall
Removing a Wall Stud
Adding Studs & Braces
Room Prep: Baths	p. 36
Removing a Sink
Removing a Toilet
Sanitary Sills
Room Prep: Kitchens	p. 38
Installing Lights & Switches
Removing Old Vinyl
Tiling to Wood Trim
Patterns & Working Lines	p. 40
Basic Tile Patterns
Establishing Working Lines
Tools & Materials	p. 42
Layout & Prep Tools	p. 44
Cutting Tools	p. 45
Cutting Irregular Shapes
Setting Tools & Materials	p. 48
Mixing & Spreading Adhesive
Tile Spacers
Embedding & Leveling Tiles
Finishing Tools	p. 50
Grout Tools
Striking & Jointing Tools
Basic Materials	p. 51
Cement Backer Board
Waterproof & Isolation Membranes
Mortar & Adhesives	p. 53
Thickset
Thinset
Portland Cement Mortars
Dry-Set Mortars
Latex-Portland Cement Mortars
Organic Mastic Adhesives
Epoxy-Based Mortars
Grouts & Sealers	p. 54
Grouts
Sealers
Tiling Floors	p. 56
Design Basics	p. 58
Size
Shape
Color
Texture
Pattern
Finish
Planning the Layout	p. 62
Preparing the Floor	p. 66
New Construction
Reinforcing the Subfloor
Underlayment
Tiling over Concrete
Installing Floor Tiles	p. 72
Cutting Partial Tiles
Applying the Grout
Tooling & Sealing Joints
Installing Slate Tile	p. 78
Preparing the Floor
Install Underlayment
Laying Out the Tile
Laying Slate Tile	p. 80
Grouting
Sealing
Design Ideas: Floors	p. 82
Tiling Walls	p. 86
Design & Layout	p. 88
Patterns & Unique Designs
Cutting Tiles
Planning for Materials
Preparing Walls for Tile	p. 91
Wall Strength
Existing Wall Surfaces
Walls in Wet Areas
Patching Drywall
Preparing & Repairing Plaster
Repairing Outside Corners
Installing New Drywall	p. 98
Installing Wall Tile	p. 100
Establishing Working Lines
A Tiling Sequence
Cutting Tiles
Applying Adhesive
Laying the Tile
Finishing
Design Ideas: Walls	p. 104
Tiling Countertops	p. 108
Planning the Layout	p. 110
Preparing Countertops	p. 112
Strengthening Cabinets
Strengthening Counters
Counter Options
Making a Sink Cutout	p. 114
Laying the Field Tiles	p. 116
Establishing Working Lines
Laying the First Course
Finishing the Field
Partial Tile & Edging	p. 118
Overlap Measurements
Cutting Around a Sink
Installing Edge Tiles
Installing a Backsplash	p. 120
Installing Backer Board
Installing Plywood
Installing Plywood & Backer Board
Planning Backsplash Tile
Backsplash Design Options	p. 122
One Tile & Cap
Multiple Rows & Cap
Multiple Trim Strips
Finishing a Backsplash	p. 124
Applying the Grout
Installing a Mosaic Tile Vanity Top	p. 126
Mosaic Tile Layout
Design Ideas: Countertops	p. 128
Tiling Tubs & Showers	p. 132
Preparing the Site	p. 134
Removing Old Tile
Fixtures
Planning the Job	p. 136
Tiling a Shower Pan
Closing off the Shower
Designing the Enclosure
Installing Prefab Pans	p. 138
Framing Support
Installing a Mortar-Bed Floor	p. 140
Framing Details
Flexible Membranes
Drain Fixtures
Setting Tub & Shower Tile	p. 142
Greenboard & Backer Board
Working Lines
Applying Adhesive
Installing Tile Supports
Tiling Sequence
Installing Accessories	p. 146
Soap Dishes & Grab Bars
Shower Seats
Framing & Tiling Tubs	p. 150
Floor Framing Support
Platform Framing
Tiling the Platform
Forming Custom Tubs
Design Ideas: Tubs & Showers	p. 152
Indoor Projects	p. 156
Fireplaces	p. 158
Selecting Materials
Hearth Design
Face-Wall Design
Setting the Tiles
Tiling a Face Wall
Woodstoves	p. 162
Basic Safety Considerations
Reducing Clearances to Tile
Range Hoods	p. 164
Range-Hood Materials
Hood Tile
Hood Dimensions
Tiling a Hood
Stairs	p. 166
Design Considerations
Design Ideas: Indoor Projects	p. 168
Outdoor Projects	p. 172
Tiling Existing Concrete	p. 174
Testing the Surface
Preparing the Surface
Building a New Concrete Base	p. 176
Basic Slab Design
Excavating the Site
Forming the Slab
Estimating Concrete Orders
Finishing a Slab
Laying the Tile
Tiling Entry Steps	p. 182
Tile the Steps
Tiling a Pool Deck	p. 183
Design Ideas: Outdoor Projects	p. 184
Repairs & Maintenance	p. 188
Routine Cleaning	p. 190
Removing Common Stains
Hard-Water Problems
Routine Maintenance	p. 192
Sealing Grout & Unglazed Tile
Optional Waxing Maintaining Tub Surrounds
Fixing Broken Tiles	p. 196
Dislodging Tiles
Setting Replacement Tile
Fixing Trapped Tiles	p. 198
Tile Installation Specs	p. 200
Tile Floors over Concrete Slabs
Tile Floors over Wood Subfloors
Tile Floors over Radiant Heat
Tile Walls
Tile Ceilings, Tub & Shower Walls, Countertops, and Tile-over-Tile Renovations
Resource Guide	p. 212
Glossary	p. 216
Index	p. 218
Photo Credits	p. 223
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