Material in ceramic tile is rigid and relatively fragile, so a solid foundation is the most critical part of installing this type of race. Unless you want to see broken tiles, loose tiles or loose grout, you must select the right basis. Substrate is what the construction industry is the layer that goes between the wood subfloor and tile your call.

You have several alternative ways to base the force required for the installation of ceramic tile is complete.

Compensated networksA single layer of plywood is not rigid enough to stop the deformation plane. This should include an extra layer of exterior plywood degree to obtain a total thickness of at least 1 1 / 8 inches. You can (A) – Cover the plywood with a board of concrete Backer (more on this below), or (B) Cover the existing plywood with a second layer of plywood exterior degree. During one of these, a thin mortar set is used to remove air pockets. Moreover, in the bathrooms, it is recommended to establish a"shower pan" on your background wood. Refers to the thin rubber material to protect the tile expansion and contraction caused by moisture, temperature and humidity.

Cement Backer Board – it is prefabricated, lightweight concrete used to cover the background of wood. It has a dense core of Portland cement and fiberglass surfaces on both sides and is able to withstand prolonged exposure to moisture. Brands include DUROCK, UTILICRETE, and WONDER BOARD GLASCRETE. Collectionsde Backer board sheets should be distributed to not fall directly over the wood joints background.

Malta Bed-bed of mud, or mortar beds, run by professional tile contractors mostly. It consists of a layer of thick felt cover, then gauze, followed by a layer of mortar. The reason is mainly used by specialists, is that a high level of skill and practice to ensure that the bed of mortar provides an appropriate level of surface. The second reason is thatis the best basis for a ceramic tile floor. Okay, but why? Because the mortar bed has a fort built into the floor, bends in the form of mask. Provides less cracked tiles and loose grout, and the floor is more life.

Concrete Plate —
You can put ceramic tile directly on the plates, but all cracks and holes need to be renewed before the first installation of a tile when it is directly linked to the concrete. Some concrete slab iscoated by compound helps to put the plate without cracking. This material must be removed before tile installation to ensure that a lasting mortar bond, since the compound helps the concrete retain moisture and in some cases membership. It 'also important that the area is as clear as possible, especially with larger tiles in use today. The cleaning of the concrete completely from waste and dust, will also contribute to a superior quality of the plant. In short, the development ofsurface is the key.

Another possibility is that stone over the existing flooring. There are some things to consider. Is the existing floor, solid floor and in good shape? Just look at the floor beneath it for support? Good. Is the existing floor linoleum or vinyl? Not so good. You have to strip out or a good subflooring on it sticks. (And keep an eye on the big vinyl flooring that may contain asbestos fibers. You do not want to deprive theoutside of yourself. Instead, the covers with some background plywood, or a contractor to remove it. If you are not sure if your flooring has asbestos, call in a qualified asbestos inspector.) If you have ceramic tile on the floor that you can put newer tile on it until it is smooth and not too smooth. Maybe you should sand down to get a better chance of getting your bond.

Finally, a little planning and thought goes a long way to make your cardSetup project lasting addition to your home, so take your time to go with "two guns in flames."