quick question about taping hardi seams
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07-09-10, 09:37 AM
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quick question about taping hardi seams
Do I do that right before tile install so mortar in seams is still wet or can i do it right after hardi install and let dry before I tile?
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07-09-10, 04:29 PM
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Not sure if I would agree with Mitch, but it's acceptable either way.
If you thinset the seams and let it set, you have a higher chance of there being a "high" spot on those seams and you will spend alot of time making it flat.
I always tape and thinset the seams as I tile.
Your choice.
If you thinset the seams and let it set, you have a higher chance of there being a "high" spot on those seams and you will spend alot of time making it flat.
I always tape and thinset the seams as I tile.
Your choice.
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07-09-10, 09:01 PM
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Either way is fine, it'll dry. I used to tape when I installed the board time permitting. I've seen some people use a 3" putty knife to apply thin set for the tape and make a mess of a simple procedure. I use a 6" flexible blade and apply a fair amount of pressure. I've never created a speed bump.
The only problem with taping as you set tiles is that the trowel can disturb the freshly laid tape or cause wrinkles. But it's fairly easy corrected.
Jaz
The only problem with taping as you set tiles is that the trowel can disturb the freshly laid tape or cause wrinkles. But it's fairly easy corrected.
Jaz
