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  1. Chris_32

    Hole saw bits Which is best?

    What are people’s opinions on different brands of hole saw, specifically the M14 ones that can go on the grinder. I have started using Marcrist dry cut ones and they’re brilliant but expensive. Just wondered if there are any others out there that last as long and cut as well for a slightly...
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    Grout Kerakoll fugabella colour. Anyone have experience with long term performance?

    Does anyone have experience of this grout in the long term? I have used it a couple of times and for usability it is very good. Just wondering how close the stain resistance of this is compared to actual epoxy? I Have a customer who wants epoxy to prevent discolouring in the long term but I may...
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    Limestone floor haze

    Hi, I did a limestone floor for a customer which I washed and sealed, then grouted 24 hours later. A week later I went back to apply another coat of sealer. The floor was mostly clean but had a few dried up droplets of grout water. I made the mistake of using an acid cleaner to wash the tiles...
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    C W Ceramics

    Experienced in many different domestic and commercial tiling situations All areas of tiling covered, based in north west Kent but willing to travel. Preparation works can be quoted for. All quotes free with no obligation. Contact Chris using details below for more info.
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    Sigma repairs south east

    Hi, I have a sigma and the bar that the wheel runs along has been caught and it is stopping the handle for the cutting wheel from running at all along the bar. Does anyone know of a place in the south east, preferably near Maidstone, that could maybe repair something like this? Failing that, a...
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    • cutter east repairs sigma sigma cutter south east tile cutter
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    • Forum: Tiling Tools
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    Adhesive for fire surround

    Hi, Just wondering if I should use a heat resistant adhesive for tiling a fire place feature wall. It isn't an open fire, just a fitted gas fire that doesn't make the surround too hot. If I do use a heat resistant adhesive just as a belt and braces solution, which ones are the best for fixing...
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    Grout Best Grout sealer to prevent staining/discolouration

    Hi, I am putting wood effect tiles down which are porcelain (porcelanosa Chelsea bone to be specific) which are quite light in colour and will probably have a relatively light beige colour grout to match. Was looking for some advice on which sealer was best to prevent staining of grout and to...
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    Finishing Split face slate mosaic to external corners

    Hi, was just looking for some tips on how to get the best finish on an external corner using the split face mosaic slate. I have used it on a single wall but never had to return it around an external corner. It will be tricky due to the varying thickness of the slate and was just wondering if...
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    Underfloor Running Costs

    Hi, I was just wondering if anyone knew roughly the cost of running electric underfloor heating? I am aware that different systems will be slightly different but just a general estimate from peoples experience. I am asking as was building an extension in our house and weighing up the cost of...
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    Decoupling/Anti Cracking Systems

    Just wondering what peoples preferences on these were. I have used Ditra, Durabase and Bal matting and just wondered what everyone else prefers/thinks is best.
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    • bal canada crack cracking debonding decoupling ditra durabase systems
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    • Forum: Canada Tile Advice
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    Ardex Where Can I Get An Ardex Grout Sampler From?

    Hi, I am a tiler in kent and just wondered if anyone knew where I could get hold of an Ardex grout colour sample tray. The one with all the little sticks with the different colours. I will try and post a picture here if that helps.
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    Montolit MasterPiuma P3 Series Comments Please

    Hi everyone, thinking of getting myself a Montolit 75P3 and just wondered what peoples experiences with this cutter series have been. Been working with some troublesome tiles that the TS-60 just can't handle and a friend has recommended the montolit to me in the past. Any Input on this would be...

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