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Here a border or 'skirt' is being laid out. The wall is scored to allow for maximum adhesion. The skirt should ideally be done before the wall has been painted. (14-Jun-04)dozerSep 27, 2011
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Wall tile is laid much the same way. This example shows bathroom wall tile being set in place. The wall is scored and pure cement is for maximum adhesion. (03-Jun-04)dozerSep 27, 2011
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Some places require small tile fragments to be laid to complete the area.dozerSep 27, 2011
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After the cement is dry, tile grout is applied. The grouts come in various colors to match the shade of the tile. (24-May-04)dozerSep 27, 2011
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Here the next tile is set in place. dozerSep 27, 2011
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Each tile is carefully tapped into place. (14-May-04)dozerSep 27, 2011
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Here is the front bedroom partially tiled. dozerSep 27, 2011
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This shows a 'straight line' of clear nylon line which is used to make sure the rows are laid straight and also to make sure the tops of the tile are flat and at the proper level. dozerSep 27, 2011
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Here a tile is being set in place.dozerSep 27, 2011
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After the floor is poured a layer of cement is leveled in a row and tiles are placed on top of it and tapped into place. (13-May-04)dozerSep 27, 2011
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The traces of underlying blocks will show until the cement dries. Before painting is a good time to examine the surface for cracks. (25-Apr-04)dozerSep 27, 2011
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The foundation posts are finished off by having decorative corners added. (19-Apr-04)dozerSep 27, 2011
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