Step 1

It is recommended that floor tiling is set out from the middle of the floor so that any cuts are to the outside of the layout. Spread an area of adhesive with a solid bed notched floor trowel and fairmly press the first tile into the adhesive.

Step 2

When starting a new area of tiling it is important to check that the tile is correctly bedded into the adhesive wihout any voids. Use a trowel to lift the tile to check coverage.

Step 3

The adhesive must be evently applied and in contact with the tile and base to assure longterm adhesion and perfromance. If necessary re trowel the adhesive and replace the tile firmly info the adhesive bed.

Step 4

At the edge of the tiled area check the mesurement to assess any irrgularity in the wall and the cut required.

Step 5

Set the edge tile upside down and mark the cut on the reverse.This should then be transferred to the face before cutting. The Cut edge is set to the room edge.

Step 6

Floor tiles shoud be cut using a tile cutter. After Narking the mesurement, scribe and break using the cutter.

Step 7

Awakward shapes to fit tiles around pipes and other room fittings should be cut using the nippers. Irregularties in the cut can be smoothed off with a tile file. Protective googgles should worn during cutting.

Step 8

When the adhesive is dry, usually within 24 hours, the floor can be grouted. Spread grout over the area working it well into the joints with spreading tool. Clean off excess grout in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.