Tile and Stonework - Page 7 of 36

Prepping the Jobsite for Tile Installation
Protect the area around your tile project to avoid damage and control dust as you get ready for tiling.
Backerboard and Other Substrates
Evaluate the different substrates available to support your tile job.
Antifracture Membranes
Apply a liquid, paste, or sheet covering on top of the substrate to prevent any cracks from radiating into the tile from below.
Hardware and Tape for Tile Installation
Miscellaneous items that you may need for a tile job include backerboard screws, joint tape, and painter's tape.
Sealing Terra-Cotta Pavers
Apply one of the many finishing systems available for sealing pavers and Saltillos.
Expansion Joints in Tile Floors
Caulk expansion joints between sections of a tile floor to allow it to expand and contract.
Applying Caulk
Learn how to achieve a good-looking caulking job between adjacent sections of tile or between tile and a different material.
Replacing Tile around a Shower Valve
Learn how to repair a tile wall after a plumbing-valve replacement.
Sealing Tile and Grout
Learn how to protect porous tile and grout with water-based sealers.
Grouting Terra-Cotta Pavers
These irregular pavers typically require larger grout joints and a special grout mix.

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