DIY Tiler - Wood effect porcelain tiles, large format

[Mambo]

Hi there..new to forum so not sure what to expect..

We are in the middle of completing an extension and I am going to complete the tiling myself. It an open plan area circa. 65m2. I have done some smaller tiling projects in the past but not with large format tiles. We are using 1200 x 200mm wood effect tiles. Floor screed was liquid cemfloor screed so appears pretty good.

Any advise or tips before I start.

 

[Flintstone]

Many many things to think about and question, tell us what you know and where your knowledge ends...

 

[Time's Ran Out]

You should see if there is a forum member near you in Republic of Ireland, and contact them.

 

[Mambo]

I have tiles a few bathroom using 300 x 300m tile and 5mm grout line. However looming to use a 1mm grout line to enhance the timber effect. I am told lipping is a major issue with these longer tiles but I have inspected the time and they don't appeared to be bowed as I was warned about. I have done a lot of external paving so setting out and levelling etc is not foreign to me. However, I appreciate the accuracy for 1mm joint will be far greater. I was going for a random pattern with no more than 1/3 lap on tiles. I have never used the leveling clips but these seem a bit of a gimic to me. Nothing you shouldn't be able to do with a good long level and some patience.

I was thinking of investing in laser but again would like any advice

 

[Italy]

In fact, the leveling clips, with that tile size,
It is useless ...

 

[Italy]

In fact, the leveling clips, with that tile size,
It is useless ...

sorry, is sarcasm.

 

[Flintstone]

You cannot have 1mm spacers on that floor. How flat is the floor? When was the screed poured? How thick is the screed? Is it heated? What adhesive will you use ? What trowel will you use ? How will you cut the 1200 tile ? What will you prime the floor with?

 

[Mambo]

So local tiler..starting from the top..

I have seen numerous 1mm grout line sample in time shop and looked very well
Surveyed floor and it +/- 3mm
Screed poured 6 weeks again. Moisture content average 2.3%
Screed 65mm think on UFH which is fully commissioned.
Bal adhevise large format adhesive
10mm toothed trowel for 6mm bed.
I have a Flexovit 200 wet saw which is fine for 100mm porcelain tiles.
Wasnt planing on using a primer. What would this achieve?

 

[Time's Ran Out]

65mts for a DIY job!
Or are you completing an extension for a client and your going to do the floor finish.

 

[Mambo]

No for myself...to be honest I have done most of the work myself..wouldnt make a living out of it but patience is a virtue..It has taken a lot longer than planned but very rewarding..