Tiling Step-by-Step

Name: Tiling Step-by-Step
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ISBN: 9780696221095

ISBN-10: 0696221098

ISBN-13: 9780696221095

Edition: 2nd 2004

Authors: Better Homes and Gardens Books Staff, Ken Sidey, Better Homes & Gardens

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Clear, step-by-step instructions and photos that illustrate techniques to select, install, maintain, and repair tile. Dozens of stunning photos and projects for floors, walls, countertops, showers, backsplashes, and fireplaces. Practical advice and tips help DIYers choose colors, patterns, add decorative tiles, apply grout, and more. Materials, time, skills, and tools needed are listed for each project. An essential book for do-it-yourselfers who seek the elegance and durability of tile for kitchens, bathrooms, hallways and patios.

Book details

List price: $14.95
Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 2004
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company
Publication date: 8/1/2004
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 160
Size: 8.13" wide x 10.88" long x 0.38" tall
Weight: 1.144
Language: English



Introduction


Safety


Permits and Codes


Planning Your Tiling Project


Using Tile Today


Combining Style and Durability


Using Decorative Tile


Using Tile Outside


Planning Your Tiling Project


Selecting the Right Tile for the Job


Planning Your Floor Tiling Project


Planning Your Wall Tiling Project


Tile Projects


Designing a Tile Floor


Tiling Floors


Tiling a Kitchen Floor


Tiling Bathroom Floors


Tiling an Entryway Floor


Tiling Stairs


Tiling Indoor Stair Risers


Tiling an Entryway Area Pattern


Using Tile on Walls


Tiling Walls


Coping with Obstructions


Tiling a Window Recess


Tiling Countertops


Laying Out Countertops


Setting Tile Countertops


Tiling a Mural Backsplash


Tiling with Mosaic Glass


Tiling a Bathroom


Tiling a Bathroom Sinktop


Building a Mirror Tile Frame


Tiling Showers and Tubs


Tiling a Tub Surround


Tiling a Shower Stall


Renewing a Fireplace with Tile


Tiling a Fireplace


Planning a Woodstove Surround


Taking Tile Outdoors


Laying a Concrete Patio Substrate


Preparing a Concrete Surface


Laying Patio Tile


Tiling Outdoor Steps


Tiling a Garden Bench


Tiling an Outdoor Countertop


Tiling a Bistro Table


Setting Broken Tiles


Tools and Materials


Selecting Layout Tools


Choosing Cutting Tools


Selecting Installation Tools


Choosing Grouting Tools


Using Tile Spacers


Selecting Adhesives


Choosing Setting Beds


Selecting Grout


Selecting Membranes


Choosing Caulk and Sealers


Assessing Substrates


Calculating Materials


Preparing the Site


Laying Out the Job


Cutting with a Circular Saw


Drilling


Tiling Techniques


Cutting Backerboard


Installing Backerboard


Mixing Thinset Mortar


Spreading Thinset Mortar


Cutting Tile


Setting Tile


Setting Mosaic Tile


Working with Irregularly Shaped Tile


Working with Stone Tile


Setting Granite and Marble Tile


Grouting Tile


Installing Transitions


Maintenance and Repair


Caulking and Sealing


Cleaning Tile


Removing Stains


Repairing an Expansion Joint


Replacing Grout


Removing Tile


Replacing Tile


Glossary


Index


Metric Conversions