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07-06-23, 01:47 PM
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Posted By HeresJohnny

It has concrete floor, do I need to do any...

It has concrete floor, do I need to do any special prep to it? Level it or apply some kind of isolation membrane before tiling?
Depends on the condition of the slab. Is it in good shape? Are there...
05-21-21, 07:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 814
Posted By HeresJohnny

Clean the thinset out of the joint. Then grout...

Clean the thinset out of the joint. Then grout it. No caulk needed.
05-18-21, 09:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 814
Posted By HeresJohnny

Edging & Outside Wall Corners | For Walls |...

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Take a look at these...
04-02-21, 10:46 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 548
Posted By HeresJohnny

Is this a concrete slab or a wood framed floor. ...

Is this a concrete slab or a wood framed floor. I can't tell from the pictures.
03-10-21, 02:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 869
Posted By HeresJohnny

You should follow the manufacturers instructions...

You should follow the manufacturers instructions for installing the pan. There shouldn't be any moisture collecting there. When you use a surface applied membrane, any moisture that may make it's...
03-08-21, 02:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 429
Posted By HeresJohnny

Best to remove the base molding. Leave about a...

Best to remove the base molding. Leave about a 1/4 between the tile and the walls for movement (expansion/contraction). Reinstall the molding over the top of the tile. You can caulk the joint where...
03-08-21, 02:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,199
Posted By HeresJohnny

Clean the grout thoroughly, and let it dry. Then...

Clean the grout thoroughly, and let it dry. Then seal it as suggested above. Sealers will slow down water transmission but won't completely stop it.
03-08-21, 02:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 819
Posted By HeresJohnny

Since it's a closet I'm with Mark on this. No...

Since it's a closet I'm with Mark on this. No need to make more work than necessary for a closet.
03-06-21, 09:39 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 557
Posted By HeresJohnny

I would grout this with non sanded grout if...

I would grout this with non sanded grout if grouting the rest of the field tile with non sanded. You will see a difference in the finished texture of sanded grout vs non sanded grout.
Replies: 18
Views: 1,025
Posted By HeresJohnny

Why is HDCP 2.2 important to playing 4K Ultra HD...

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12-16-20, 10:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 947
Posted By HeresJohnny

Are you installing the ditra-heat over a concrete...

Are you installing the ditra-heat over a concrete slab or a framed wood floor? If installing over a concrete slab you need to use an unmodified thinset mortar. I'm not aware of any rapid setting...
12-01-20, 01:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,151
Posted By HeresJohnny

From the Natural Stone Institute: OIL-BASED...

From the Natural Stone Institute:

OIL-BASED STAINS
Poultice with baking soda and water OR one of the powdered poultice materials and mineral spirits.Applying the PoulticePrepare the poultice. If...
11-23-20, 11:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,227
Posted By HeresJohnny

Porcelain is a kind of ceramic tile (but not all...

Porcelain is a kind of ceramic tile (but not all ceramic tile is porcelain). Porcelain is fired at higher temperatures making it harder and more dense. To be classified as porcelain, tile must have a...
11-20-20, 11:52 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 998
Posted By HeresJohnny

I'm checking your math here. You say the tile is...

I'm checking your math here. You say the tile is 1/2" thick and you are using 1/4" cement board. That's 3/4" right there. If the flange is 1" off the subfloor you only have a 1/4" to make up. The...
10-29-20, 10:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 12,757
Posted By HeresJohnny

All surfaces that will be tiled including the top...

All surfaces that will be tiled including the top of your knee wall need to be covered in cement backerboard before the laticrete membrane is applied. Make sure that all horizontal surfaces like the...
09-07-20, 07:51 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,034
Posted By HeresJohnny

Tile work looks great. Is the bottom where it...

Tile work looks great. Is the bottom where it meets wood caulked? I can’t see an open joint there.
08-31-20, 01:18 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 543
Posted By HeresJohnny

I've never used or heard of it. I just googled...

I've never used or heard of it. I just googled prices on Amazon and Kerdi actually came up less expensive. I'm not sure what your project is or what the actual price difference may be. I do know...
08-27-20, 11:15 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,234
Posted By HeresJohnny

What are the floor joists, 2x8's, 2x10's? You...

What are the floor joists, 2x8's, 2x10's? You need minimum 5/8" exterior glue bc plugged or better grade plywood over your existing planks. If you already have that, make sure the ply is in good...
08-25-20, 11:49 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,234
Posted By HeresJohnny

That's not right. He can't go over 1/2" planks...

That's not right. He can't go over 1/2" planks without adding more plywood. 5/8" would be the minimum. Hardi isn't structural and will add no strength to the floor. 1/2" hardi is no better than...
08-14-20, 09:57 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,234
Posted By HeresJohnny

You don't need to remove the planks. You can go...

You don't need to remove the planks. You can go over the planks with 5/8" or thicker exterior grade plywood, bc or better. If height is a concern you don't need to use cement board over the...
05-13-20, 04:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,967
Posted By HeresJohnny

Yes, thanks, it should have said not.

Yes, thanks, it should have said not.
05-12-20, 11:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,967
Posted By HeresJohnny

Yes, as long as the concrete has been painted or...

Yes, as long as the concrete has been painted or has some other coating on it. It must be able to absorb water.
05-12-20, 08:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,967
Posted By HeresJohnny

The smallest roll of Ditra you can buy is 54 sq...

The smallest roll of Ditra you can buy is 54 sq feet. You can find it for about $80 to $90. Not terribly expensive. Why do you need a membrane? What is the condition of the concrete floor, cracks...
04-23-20, 07:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 774
Posted By HeresJohnny

Don't use mastic or any pre-mixed products to set...

Don't use mastic or any pre-mixed products to set glass tile. You need a powder thinset that is made specifically for glass.
04-23-20, 07:15 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,005
Posted By HeresJohnny

I'm seeing this late but cement based patching...

I'm seeing this late but cement based patching and leveling compounds go over the cement board, not under. Hopefully not too late.
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