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    Residual moisture in new build floor

    1579117426 Hi Julian, I’m using rapid set (Topp’s tiles own brand). Yes it’s between the tiles and mat where I’ve noticed the moisture. That being said I’ve not yet lifted the durabase to have a look. I’m a bit stuck with how to proceed as my gut feeling is the floor hasn’t had enough time to...
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    Residual moisture in new build floor

    Hello guys, I am in need of some advice. I’ve started tiling the entire downstairs of a new build property (Bovis). I’ve used Dural durabase as a decoupler and started tiling. I noticed the next day that the adhesive wasn’t drying fully and looked damp in places. I lifted a tile and the addy...
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    Outdoor tiling

    Yes it’s porcelain paving from Pavestone. The exterior floor is tiled with them and the customer wanted the planter beds dressed with the same stuff. The walls are no more than a 12 inches tall. It’s hard to know if it’s even suitable for that type of application. Thanks for your help
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    Outdoor tiling

    Evening all, I’ve been asked to tile some exterior walls. When I say walls, they are planter beds made of breeze blocks. I’m not sure what the tiles are made of as customer was unsure but they are about an inch thick. Would a rapid setting flexible adhesive be suitable to stick the tiles to the...
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    Tiling Rates Per Square Meter - How much does tiling cost?

    £40 per m2 on floors. Day rate @ £165 8 hours
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    Salum gold opus limestone

    Exactly Andy! That’s what I’m finding. I’ve been dry laying batch first to see how they sit together then trying to apply the same look with adhesive! It’s a real pain staking process but I think they will look fine once grouted in. Thanks for your reply, you’ve made me feel a lot better!
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    Salum gold opus limestone

    Thank you for your reply. I’m finding the small square tiles are the ones that throw it all out! Top advice, many thanks
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    Salum gold opus limestone

    Afternoon gents. I’m laying a limestone opus floor, it’s Salum gold opus. Is there a specific technique when spacing them? It seems almost impossible to get an even grout joint consistently. Any help appreciated!
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    Cathedral opus setting out

    morning all, I’m laying my first opus floor and was wondering what’s the best way to set out? I’m sure there’s a method that’s simple but I’m scratching my head a bit! Any help gratefully received!
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    Concrete floor to floorboards

    Thanks guys, all good advice!
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    Concrete floor to floorboards

    The floor looks pretty good and there is no UFH. I’ve been round to see the customer this evening as the existing floor has now been removed. It’s a bit of a tricky one as only part of the entrance hall is floor boards and the concrete floor is exactly the same height as the wooden section. If I...
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    Concrete floor to floorboards

    Thanks Adey, appreciate the help. Would it be advisable to use decoupling membrane on the concrete floor?
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    Concrete floor to floorboards

    Evening all, I’ve recently looked at a job where there are wooden floor boards in an entrance hall that lead into a kitchen that has a concrete floor. Customer wants both kitchen and entrance hall tiled. I’m going to cement board the hall way to reinforce the floor before tiling. Would I need...
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    Waterproofing plaster walls

    Any recommendations for tanking systems gratefully received, even if it does make you sound like a sales rep!
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    Waterproofing plaster walls

    good morning all, I’ve got a customer who’s had a shower installed in their bathroom when there was only a bath before. The plumber has chased the pipe work for the shower into the walls. It’s an old property and the walls aren’t the best! My question is can you still use a waterproofing kit on...
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