How To Install Ceramic Tile On Concrete Basement Floor

Dry fit the tiles on floor.

How to install ceramic tile on concrete basement floor.

If you feel that despite all precautions the basement floor may get wet put down 2 by 4 inch sleepers cover with plastic and then install the plywood as the subfloor. Lay the tiles into the mortar and using the spacers make sure you are running even with the chalk line. Measure a 2 foot section of tile. Then prime the concrete see photo 2 with the recommended solution consult the membrane manufacturer s literature.

Lay several porcelain tiles in a row using spacers to simulate joints. For ceramic tile nail cement boards to the concrete floor with concrete nails so they won t move then apply mastic tile and grout. Tape a large piece of plastic over the concrete floor securing all edges with duct tape. When setting the tiles work in grids of 2 tiles by 2 tiles.

Place the tile firmly on the mortar moving it slightly back and forth so it attaches to the mortar properly. Once everything is ready start by applying a layer of mortar to the floor. Mortar is basically the adhesive that helps the tile stick to the concrete so choose the one that best suits your needs and your current situation. If you find moisture you will need to abandon the.

Wait 24 hours and check under the plastic for moisture. Skip this step and we guarantee your new tile will crack right over the cracks in the concrete. Use a level to ensure that it is correctly aligned with the surface. If you attach the tile to concrete you need to take special precautions by uncoupling the tile from the concrete.

Decide on the pattern to be installed and dry set it. As you move on to the subsequent rows use the spacers to keep your pattern square. Let the primer dry and then apply the membrane photos 3 and 4. It will be the guide to ensure that the tile application will fit the area of the flooring.

More than almost any other type of floor covering tile needs a rock solid base. Rather than using cement boards cbus the favored method is to use an uncoupling membrane. Use tile spacers for grout joints. Check the distance between tiles and note the location of the.