• MORE STUFFBRADS OTHER GUIDESHow to lay those TILES!!!How To Lay Tiles Over A Kitcen SplashbackMy experience laying tiles covers more than two decades.The proceedure described below has always given great results.PLAN YOUR JOB, Measure the total length of  area to be tiled.
• Find centre of measured area and draw a plumb(vertical)line top to bottom.
• Measure the total height and draw a level(horizontal)line through the centre,edge to edge.
• Place the tile to be used against the vertical line,draw a line down the opposite edge of tile on the wall.
• Continue marking the position of each tile until you reach the end of the tiled area.
• At this stage you will know what size your cut will be.
• If you have a small cut,place your tile exactly half way over your centre line and remark tile position until you reach the end of the tiled area.
• Remember to allow for tile joint in your setout(2 to 3mm)
• Repeat the same process for the total height to avoid small cuts under the overhead cupboards
• If the cut is half a tile or bigger,no need to cut the first row of tiles over the bench.
• Use a 6mm notched trowel for smooth surface and apply to back of tile,covering at least 90%.
• Position your first tile,lightly pushing into place.
• Lay the first row,allowing for your joint
• If minor adjustments need to be made,use cardboard ripped into small,flat pieces to support tiles until set.
• Make sure your first row is level before proceeding with the next.
• "T" spacers and "+" spacers are available from tile outlets and are recommended to keep a uniform tile joint,both horizontal and vertical.
• After 8 to 24 hours (depending on the weather),tiles may be grouted.
• You will need 2 clean buckets,sponge,rubber gloves and squee-gee.
• Place about a cup of water in one bucket and add powder to water until "toothpaste" consistancy is achieved.Always add powder to water,not the other way round.
• Fill the other bucket with clean water,your ready to grout!
• Place a small amount of grout on the wall and work well into all joints.
• Only grout as much as you can comfortably wash off before grout sets.
• Allow grout to become firm(not dry), before attempting to wash it off.
• Concentrate on "shaping" the tile joint,rather than cleaning the surface of the tile.Any residue on the surface of the tile can be buffed off with a dry rag when completely dry(old towels are good).
• Stand back and admire your handy work!!!!!

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