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Know Your Cement Based Tile Adhesives

The London Tile Co.

What Are The Differences Between Cement Based Tile Adhesives? There are many different types of tile adhesive available today, each for a different purpose and application. This help sheet only relates to cement based tile adhesives , excluding ready mixed and resin based options which have their own features and benefits.

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Adhesives: Proven solutions for indoor/outdoor applications

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The popularity of indoor/outdoor living has been on the rise in recent years as homeowners take greater advantage of their decks, porches and patios. Likewise, adhesives companies are looking to get in on the action by developing new formulations that work seamlessly with interior and exterior surfaces. cartridges. cartridges.

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Tips For Planning Outdoor Tiles

The London Tile Co.

The 20mm Outdoor Valverdi tiles have an enhanced slip-resistant surface, making them perfect for all weather types. Using adhesive is suitable for domestic installations, such as a driveway or your garden patio. Cementing porcelain tiles into place is not suitable, due to the low porosity of porcelain. Plan ahead for drainage.

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Tips for Laying External Porcelain Paving Tiles

The London Tile Co.

When choosing your tiles it is important to make sure they are suitable for use outdoors. Slip resistance is also important, so look out for an ‘R’ rating on outdoor tiles that is 10 or higher. PorcelPave is an outdoor only product that ranges from 18mm to 20mm in thickness and is available in many different styles.

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Why Choose Porcelain Paving?

The London Tile Co.

Porcelain has a range of benefits when used outdoors but as it’s a relatively new product we have answered some of the most important questions about porcelain paving, if you have any others please feel free to comment below or get in touch. Polished porcelain is not recommended for outdoor use as it can become slippery.

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Porcelain Paving Vs. Natural Stone

The London Tile Co.

Can be installed using a range of methods including adhesive, wet bed and pedestals. Laid onto a wet bed of sand and cement. Easy to clean and stain resistant. Porous materials stain easily and can be difficult to keep clean. Want to know more about porcelain paving? here or visit one of our showrooms.

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Installing External Porcelain Tiles With PorcelQuick Adpeds

The London Tile Co.

Secondly, the tiles cannot be installed in the same way as paving slabs – this is because porcelain is non-porous and does not adhere to a base of sand or cement. A number of pedestals are created using plastic rings called Adpeds, which are filled with a mix of sharp sand and cement. Benefits of the PorcelQuick System.

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