Every year, new and original ways of wall decoration appear inside the building materials market, both inside and outside. But for kitchen or bathroom (where the humidity level and the probability of contamination of walls are elevated), tiles are most often used. The technology of laying ceramic tiles is relatively simple, and it can be mastered by a person who has never before encountered finishing works.
How to lay ceramic tiles?
In this article we will consider the installation of ceramic tiles on the wall using the example of a kitchen apron.
- First of all, we prepare the working area. For this, we cover the table with newspapers, and we protect the corner with building scotch tape.
- Next, we apply glue for laying ceramic tiles . It is more convenient to apply it here with such a special spatula from the tile laying kit.
- We put the adhesive layer on the wall, the layer on the tile itself.
- Next, press the tile against the wall a little.
- In the technology of laying ceramic tiles are provided here are such spacers-crosses. Then the distance between all the elements of the masonry will be the same and the appearance of the wall will be more accurate.
- In our case, the laying of ceramic tiles on the wall by the appearance of a very approach to the brickwork. The only thing that can complicate the work is a couple of outlets on the wall. But with the help of a special cutter for tiles, this issue is solved without problems.
- When the tiling is completed, everything must be left to dry. The time when the glue completely sets, is usually indicated on the package.
- So, everything is frozen and you can start grouting the seams.
- Currently, there are so many so-called grouts with different shades. They are suitable for almost any tile design.
- In our case this is a grout of gray color.
- Apply it with a rubber spatula, after removing all spacers. Many argue that it is usually easier for beginners to apply it with their fingers, and simply flatten the layer with a spatula.
- Surplus wipe with a damp and very soft sponge.
- After a while (it will also be indicated on the packing with the grout), everything will dry up and it will be possible to clean the tile from the remnants of the mortar.
- As it turned out, laying ceramic tiles - the process is not so complicated and you can master it yourself. As a result, it turned out such a neat apron for the kitchen : quite laconic and stylish.
