Soak the tiles in water before cutting. Having kept it there for 40-60 minutes, you can cut it with a roller glass cutter. Then, aligning the notch line with the edge of the table, break the tile, it will disintegrate exactly
When choosing ceramic tiles, do not rely solely on their beauty. Ceramics is a complex material, the slightest non-compliance with the production technology of which leads to the appearance of a marriage, often hidden
Natural stone has a limited range of colors, which significantly reduces the possibility of original color and design solutions. When working with an artificial stone, such problems do not arise: outwardly indistinguishable
The basis for high-quality laying of any paving slabs is a carefully prepared base. In most cases, the base is a gravel-sand cushion. For difficult conditions more
Special types of such tiles are pressed-enamel - tiles obtained by applying powder enamel at the time of pressing, and tiles with enamel on a hot body - tiles obtained
For routine cleaning of ceramic tiles, use appropriate detergents. Strong and aggressive acid-based detergents should be avoided - they destroy not so much ceramic tiles
Glass mosaic is a heat-resistant material, that is, it perfectly withstands temperatures up to + 150 ° C. That is why they can be used for facing fireplaces and stoves. By the way, it is the facing of fireplaces with mosaic "bizazza"
When leveling floors, you may need to lower their level or, conversely, raise them. The first is performed by dismantling part or all of the layers available on the base. The second is realized by the production of screeds. When
Today, it is not difficult to purchase elegant tiles, there are tilers ready to lay them out without difficulty. It would seem that the dream of a beautiful interior becomes a reality by magic. But neat
Work should begin with compaction of the roadbed to a stable state. In this case, special attention should be paid to the organization of its drainage. In case the subsoil is wet with a low bearing
"Gres" (aka porcelain stoneware) is the newest type of ceramic tile, which itself is a little over 30 years old. It is used for cladding all types of surfaces, both indoors and on
Today we will describe an important step in creating a high-quality ceramic coating - the laying process. After all, it is obvious to an amateur that even the most expensive tile carelessly laid on the walls or floor will look more
The adhesive for laying ceramic tiles guarantees adhesion between the laying surface and the material to be laid. The different characteristics of the offered adhesives are caused by the different needs of the substrate surfaces
Today, almost all European factories complete their floor tile collections with ceramic skirting boards. Therefore, when buying a tile, immediately ask the seller if there are skirting boards for it, so that later
Since not just tiles were purchased for the floor, but a panel (4 tiles with a pattern that form the center of the panel, terracotta and coffee-colored tiles, as well as border tiles), the first task was to determine
Ceramic tiles serve as a full-fledged interior decoration today. Therefore, referring to it, one should know not only about its operational characteristics, but also about its decorative capabilities. Since the walls
How to choose the right tiles for interior wall cladding? No one argues that beauty is the main criterion, and here you need to trust your own taste. But you should be guided not only by appearance
Among the variety of facing materials, the most common is tiles, and in any of its variants. Perhaps the main advantage of the tile is that it is not afraid of moisture and drop
The tiles can be laid on concrete, brick, blocks, plaster base, painted surface. If the walls are flat and plastered, it is sufficient to prime the surface. It is better to knock down the old tiles, and then level them
Based on the operating conditions, all the variety of adhesives on sale today are usually divided into two groups: adhesives for indoor spaces with gentle and constant operating conditions and adhesives for
Smalta is a colored opaque glass in the form of cubes or plates, used for making mosaics. In Russia, the name of this decorative technique was transferred to the material itself, although this is not true. Smalt
The relief of a tile is something secondary; it can be present as an additional element, enriching its color variety. However, a new trend is volumetric tiles, for which texture is no less important than
The very name of the marble speaks for itself (marmaros, Greek - a shiny stone). For more than one millennium, it retains the right to be considered a finishing material, brilliant in all respects
The choice of ceramic tiles is made according to 3 criteria: the purpose of the tile, its operational data and compliance with the design solution. For facing the facades of houses, balconies and terraces, tiles are used
The photographic image on the tile began to be applied not recently. But this was done before, most often by direct photo printing or by offset method
Glass mosaic tiles are quite a beautiful and durable material. The use of glass mosaic in interior decoration allows you to create a completely original and unusual interior
If you add sand to the cement, you will get a cement-sand grout. And the greater the thickness of the joint, the larger the grains must be used for this grout
Natural stone has long become the personification of strength and durability for us. This natural material has been used in construction for thousands of years, and we still have the opportunity to touch
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The bathroom is one of the most visited places in the apartment; every working day begins and ends with it. The mood for the whole working day sometimes depends on the comfort and atmosphere of the bathroom. This particular
Arches and curly niches, beautiful semicircular steps and many other decorative or directly functional interior elements made of tiles amaze the imagination
Before proceeding with the choice of adhesive for the tile, you need to decide where it will be glued: indoors or outdoors. You should also take into account what surface the tiles will be laid on: on concrete
In this Article: The History of Ceramic Cladding why the best tiles are made in Spain and Italy; selection of ceramic tiles according to their external characteristics; the meaning of the marking of tiles certified according to UNI EN
In this article, we will consider in detail all the nuances associated with the choice of seamless tiles, the work of gluing and caring for it. In the first part, you will learn how to choose the right seamless floor tiles
In the first part of our article, we examined how the tiles are selected, how and where it is better to buy them, and what needs to be done to prepare the premises for work. Next, we will take a closer look at the technology
A kitchen apron is one of those interior elements that are subjected to extreme stress. Therefore, most often it is made from ceramic tiles. How to choose it, how to calculate the quantity
In this article, we will tell you about the features of using decorative stone when decorating the interiors of various premises of a house or apartment, and we will also try to figure out how to use this finishing
In this article, we will offer options for using decorative stone in a classic interior. Let's talk about how you can fit into a historical design that has “survived” centuries and epochs, this modern finishing
In this article, we will tell you how harmonious and natural decorative stone can look in ethnic styles such as African, Japanese and Arabic. We will offer several ideas that will allow
Wall tiles have become the de facto standard in places subject to increased moisture and requiring easy cleaning. Toilet, bathroom and kitchen & nbsp; - rooms where the apron is made of wall tiles