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Plywood has many benefits. It is a cost-effective solution. It’s available in many finishes and is suitable for use in cold and hot climates. However, plywood also has some drawbacks. For instance, you can’t tile directly over plywood. The movements experienced in the plywood will be transferred to the tiles causing them to crack or … Read more
OSB boards have been used since 1963. Therefore, do not be surprised when you find this material used as the subfloor of your home. OSB, known as Oriented Strand Board, is made of several layers of wood strands bonded using adhesives. On the surface, OSB may look fragile. But it’s pretty strong, which is why … Read more
If the tiles in your home were installed in the 1980s or 70s, there is a good chance they contain asbestos. A few years ago, asbestos was the go-to material for construction projects. However, it was banned worldwide in the 90s when scientists discovered its health risks. For most homeowners, the thought of living with … Read more
Before any tile installation project, you must gather the tools and products needed. Mastic is one of the products that come in handy in tile installation. It is a ceramic, glass, and porcelain tile adhesive often used alongside thinset mortar to stick tiles to floors and walls. On the other hand, cement board is considered the … Read more
It’s understandable why you would want to lay DITRA over linoleum flooring. DITRA is one of the most effective uncoupling membranes that come in handy during tile installation. If you have decided to install tile over linoleum, you may have some second thoughts because of how picky tiles are about the substrates they should be … Read more
Diagonal plank subfloors were the real deal a few decades ago. Therefore, if your home has such a floor, it’s probably vintage. If you plan on tiling over a diagonal plank subfloor, there are a couple of things that you have to know. First, Is It Advisable to Tile Directly Over Diagonal Plank Subfloor? It’s … Read more
Tyvek has many uses. In the construction industry, Tyvek is used as a house wrap. Features such as being water-repellent, durable, tear-resistant, and breathable make Tyvek one of the best house wraps on the market. For construction purposes, you will often see Tyvek used on the exterior of a building. But can it still offer … Read more
A home’s siding has two jobs. First, it makes your home’s exterior look neat and aesthetically pleasant. Secondly, it protects your home and everything on the inside from the elements. While performing the latter task, your home’s siding takes a beating daily. That’s why when shopping for home sidings. You need to invest in a … Read more
Drywall is highly vulnerable to water damage. It’s why you may be considering using a waterproofing product such as AquaDefense. This product falls in the same category as RedGard. It serves as a waterproofing crack isolation barrier. And, you can apply AquaDefense on drywall. But, is it advisable? Keep on reading to find out. Will … Read more
Tiles offer property owners several benefits. They are aesthetically pleasing, easy to clean, and more durable than certain types of floors such as wood. Generally, tiles are very picky about the substrates they should be installed on. It’s probably why you are researching whether it’s possible to tile over expanding foam. Expanding foam has many … Read more
An uncoupling membrane is a useful material for any tile installation job. It creates an ideal surface for laying tiles. And provided it’s installed correctly, an uncoupling membrane does an excellent job of reducing lateral stress, which can be transferred to the tiles. There are several uncoupling membranes on the market. They aren’t all built … Read more
Constructors used mortar beds before concrete boards became popular. Mortar beds comprise thin concrete mortar areas that are often created on top of wooden subfloors. The purpose of a mortar bed is mainly to give tiles a suitable surface to bond to. On the other hand, RedGard is a liquid waterproofing membrane that is highly … Read more