4 more tiling mistakes to avoid to ensure a flawless floor

 

 

Tiles are the most convenient flooring choice out there. They are easy to install and even easier to maintain. But that doesn’t mean that you cannot make mistakes with tiles at all.

In our last article, we talked about 4 most common mistakes one can make while laying tiles. These tiling mistakes can wreak havoc and cause serious problems. To ensure that it doesn’t happen with you we have curated four more points that you must take care of while installing the tiles on your floor or the walls. It doesn’t matter whether you are laying living room floor tiles or tiles in the patio area, the installation process must be standard and error-free. So without any further delay, let us dive into the remaining tiling mistakes that you must be aware of.

 

1.  Underestimating the significance of battens and markers

If you want a professional end result with your tiles, make sure you work with professional tools. No tool is unnecessary when it comes to a precision-based process such as tiles installation.

For the starters, always use battens or markers to ensure that your tile are in a straight line. Walls and floors are not always as straight as they look, so don’t simply go with a hunch. Even a difference of a few centimeters can mess up with your layout plan.
This is why you must always use the recommended instruments. In the case of walls, use a thin timber strip as a batten and mark the centre. Treat this as your starting point and lay tiles out towards each edge. This way your tiles will be perfectly lined up both vertically and horizontally.

And when it comes to the floor tiles, you will need to find the center of the room by measuring the width and length of the room. Mark the point where the lines meet and treat it as your centre. Always start from the centre of the room and then move out to the corners. Make sure that you tile the doorway area in the last so that you don’t step on the un-set tiles while exiting the room.

 

2.   Picking the wrong size tiles

Tiles nowadays come in a variety of sizes. From 5cmx20cm normal tiles to 60cmx120cm large tiles, you will find a tile of every size. While it provides you the absolute freedom to give your space any look you can imagine, it also makes the choosing process a bit tricky. More often than not, homeowners choose a tile size that might fit the space but is not compatible with the functionality of the space. For instance, if you are tiling a smaller space and you choose smaller tiles thinking that it will make the installation easier, then you are making a mistake. Smaller tiles are no doubt easier to install but they also mean more grout lines. Smaller tiles with more grouting lines make a small room appear even smaller. Larger tiles, on the other hand, can make your small space appear bigger than its actual size. Therefore, the key is to choose the right size of tiles according to the dimensions and functionality of the space.

 

3.  Starting without the layout

 

If you start installing tiles without planning the layout first, then you are going to be disappointed with the end result. Charting out a layout may seem unnecessary but it is worth every bit. The layout answers a lot of important questions like whether the design you desire is possible at all or not. It tells you how many tiles and tile cuts will be needed for your project. And who knows while creating the layout you come with a design or pattern better and more cost-efficient than the one you had in mind?

4. Grouting too early and too quickly

Grouting is the most integral part of the tiling process. It seals the gaps between tiles and prevents moisture and dirt from getting in. While you want to get it over with as soon as possible, you must never make haste with grouting and give the tile adhesive time to set down. 

 

Now you have all the necessary information you need to lay tiles the right way. If you are looking for inspiration to decorate your home with beautiful tiles, check NEOM’s tiles collections on their website. They have an exquisite collection of designer tiles that look beautiful on every wall and floor. Head into their store today and get the latest designs and the best tiles rate in India.