Tiling Complete, 2nd Edition

If you're looking to enhance your home with the unique texture and beauty of tile, Tiling Complete: 2nd Edition is the ultimate guide you need to achieve stunning results.

Crafted by two tiling experts, each with over 20 years of experience, this comprehensive manual covers everything from the basics to advanced techniques, ensuring you can tackle any tiling job with confidence.

Whether you're a novice or an experienced DIY enthusiast, Tiling Complete is packed with color photographs and actionable advice, making it easy to get the job done right. If you're ready to tackle the unique challenges of a home tiling project, this book provides the breadth and depth of information you need to succeed.

Key Features:

  • Comprehensive Coverage: This all-encompassing resource provides in-depth guidance on a wide variety of tile types, including standard ceramic, porcelain, terra-cotta pavers, natural stone, glass, specialty, and trim tiles.
  • Material Insights: Learn about the natural characteristics of each tile type—such as hardness, softness, and durability—and discover which materials are best suited for specific applications.
  • Design Options: Explore various design elements including color, décor, style, tile size, shape, and orientation, along with creative ways to combine tile with other materials for a truly unique look.
  • Expert Techniques: Get detailed advice on essential tools and techniques for preparation, demolition, cutting, drilling, installing, grouting, and caulking tile, presented in clear, precise language.
  • Installation Know-How: Gain a solid understanding of installation materials, membranes, substrates, adhesives, grout sealants, and caulks, helping you make informed choices for your project.
  • Step-by-Step Guidance: With clear instructions for tiling floors, countertops, walls, and backsplashes, you'll be equipped to create a beautiful finished product that transforms your home.
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Tiling Complete, 2nd Edition

If you're looking to enhance your home with the unique texture and beauty of tile, Tiling Complete: 2nd Edition is the ultimate guide you need to achieve stunning results.

Crafted by two tiling experts, each with over 20 years of experience, this comprehensive manual covers everything from the basics to advanced techniques, ensuring you can tackle any tiling job with confidence.

Whether you're a novice or an experienced DIY enthusiast, Tiling Complete is packed with color photographs and actionable advice, making it easy to get the job done right. If you're ready to tackle the unique challenges of a home tiling project, this book provides the breadth and depth of information you need to succeed.

Key Features:

  • Comprehensive Coverage: This all-encompassing resource provides in-depth guidance on a wide variety of tile types, including standard ceramic, porcelain, terra-cotta pavers, natural stone, glass, specialty, and trim tiles.
  • Material Insights: Learn about the natural characteristics of each tile type—such as hardness, softness, and durability—and discover which materials are best suited for specific applications.
  • Design Options: Explore various design elements including color, décor, style, tile size, shape, and orientation, along with creative ways to combine tile with other materials for a truly unique look.
  • Expert Techniques: Get detailed advice on essential tools and techniques for preparation, demolition, cutting, drilling, installing, grouting, and caulking tile, presented in clear, precise language.
  • Installation Know-How: Gain a solid understanding of installation materials, membranes, substrates, adhesives, grout sealants, and caulks, helping you make informed choices for your project.
  • Step-by-Step Guidance: With clear instructions for tiling floors, countertops, walls, and backsplashes, you'll be equipped to create a beautiful finished product that transforms your home.
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Tiling Complete, 2nd Edition

Tiling Complete, 2nd Edition

by Michael Schweit
Tiling Complete, 2nd Edition

Tiling Complete, 2nd Edition

by Michael Schweit

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Overview

If you're looking to enhance your home with the unique texture and beauty of tile, Tiling Complete: 2nd Edition is the ultimate guide you need to achieve stunning results.

Crafted by two tiling experts, each with over 20 years of experience, this comprehensive manual covers everything from the basics to advanced techniques, ensuring you can tackle any tiling job with confidence.

Whether you're a novice or an experienced DIY enthusiast, Tiling Complete is packed with color photographs and actionable advice, making it easy to get the job done right. If you're ready to tackle the unique challenges of a home tiling project, this book provides the breadth and depth of information you need to succeed.

Key Features:

  • Comprehensive Coverage: This all-encompassing resource provides in-depth guidance on a wide variety of tile types, including standard ceramic, porcelain, terra-cotta pavers, natural stone, glass, specialty, and trim tiles.
  • Material Insights: Learn about the natural characteristics of each tile type—such as hardness, softness, and durability—and discover which materials are best suited for specific applications.
  • Design Options: Explore various design elements including color, décor, style, tile size, shape, and orientation, along with creative ways to combine tile with other materials for a truly unique look.
  • Expert Techniques: Get detailed advice on essential tools and techniques for preparation, demolition, cutting, drilling, installing, grouting, and caulking tile, presented in clear, precise language.
  • Installation Know-How: Gain a solid understanding of installation materials, membranes, substrates, adhesives, grout sealants, and caulks, helping you make informed choices for your project.
  • Step-by-Step Guidance: With clear instructions for tiling floors, countertops, walls, and backsplashes, you'll be equipped to create a beautiful finished product that transforms your home.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781641551984
Publisher: The Taunton Press
Publication date: 10/25/2022
Edition description: First Edition
Pages: 276
Product dimensions: 9.19(w) x 10.88(h) x 0.75(d)

About the Author

Redwood Kardon, who devised and wrote the first Code Check, is a former electrician and building inspector for the city of Oakland, CA. Coauthor Douglas Hansen is a general contractor and certified combination inspector with over 25 years of field experience. Skip Walker is a certified residential combination inspector, with a particular interest in smoke alarm performance issues and deck safety. The authors present seminars and classes nationwide on a wide variety of building topics. Paddy Morrissey, former senior illustrator of CornerHardware.com, has been the sole illustrator for the Code Check series since its inception.

Table of Contents

1.  Selecting Tile
2.  Tools & Techniques
3.  Installation Materials
4.  Project Preparation
5.  Planning & Layout
6.  Tiling Floors
7.  Tiling Countertops
8.  Tiling Backsplashes & Walls
9.   Grouting, Caulking & Sealing
10. Tile Maintenance & Repair

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