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Learn to tile DVD Series
Tile Doctor — TheTileDoctor.com "The Works", a SIX-SET DVD in tile installation and design, sold together and individually, is the most comprehensive and easy-to-view tile and stone instructional series ever available. Paul Wilson, "The Tile Doctor" ...More…
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White Grout Maintenance for Ceramic Tile
Tile Doctor — Tile maintenance should progress from the least invasive to the extreme. Never start off with the most drastic solution to solve a cleaning situation. Immediately wipe up spills and messes. Use pH balanced cleaners and soap less detergents for ...More…
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Tile Grout & Colored Grout Information
Tile Doctor — Dr's Tips: "ItâEURs an old tale about using vinegar and water to clean tile, even if this sometimes works, in many cases you can permanently damage grout color and possibly hurt your tiles. Additionally, tiles that are slip resistant can become . ...More…
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Stone Cleaning Information
Tile Doctor — Know hat the surface preparation (polished, honed, or natural) coupled with the density and porosity of the stone will determine the best type (petroleum or water based) of sealer to be used. The other consideration is that you use the best ...More…
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Marble Maintenance and care
Tile Doctor — Welcome to Marble Maintenance. Please visit the section on "cleaning stone." In cases where the marble surface is badly scratched, worn, or needs major work, professional refinishers may be the answer. In the following photos, the pros on this . ...More…
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Sealing Ceramic Tile
Tile Doctor — There are anti-slip coatings currently available designed to reduce slip and fall accident by enhancing the tiles slip resistance or coefficient of friction characteristics. These products must be used in strict compliance to their Manufacturers ...More…
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Tile Installation: >> Introduction (Tools)
Tile Doctor — Countertop Estimating Ceramic Tile Tools Setting & Grouting Substrate Support Surface Prep Deflection Existing Surface Expansion Joints Joint Types Constructing Layout Estimation Estimating Tools Floor Estimating Wall Estimating Tile Floors Wall ...More…
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Floor Grouting
Tile Doctor — Let's talk first about Portland cement based grout since this is the most commonly used material. Once the grout is mixed per the Manufacturers instructions, it needs to be installed. ANSI recommendations for Portland cement based grouts used in ...More…
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Tile Floor Setting
Tile Doctor — Setting Ceramic Floor Tile Once the bond coat or setting bed has been troweled, it is time to set the tile. Remember that it is a good idea to back butter tile larger than 8" or any tile where 100% coverage is desired. Set the tile in place and ...More…
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Mixing and Applying
Tile Doctor — As usual, follow the Manufacturers instructions for mixing the materials chosen for the project. In addition to the mixing instructions, Manufacturers will include instructions concerning application and estimated coverage. It is the selection of ...More…
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Ramps and Thresholds
Tile Doctor — During the process of selecting a method, you will encounter height differences between existing or non-involved floors and the new installation. If the new installation does not involve a height difference in excess of 3/4 and the adjacent areas ...More…
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Flooring Methods
Tile Doctor — Let's start out by choosing a method. The method includes how the substrate will be prepared to receive the tile, the necessary materials, and can include the type of tile used. This will depend on the area in which you wish to tile and the level ...More…