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Tiling
Lesson 1
Tiler's Tools
ASSOCIATED KNOWLEDGE S3.08 The tools of the building and their uses
OF THE HABITAT FIELD

Here is a list of the tiler's tools that you can find in the college workshop. You can fill in the empty boxes if you know of any.
material that is not on the list below.

NAME OF THE TOOL USE

Mix of adhesive or joint cement.

Transport of water.

Finishing the joints, cleaning the tiles.

Installation of the tiles.

Allows to level the tiled surface.

Allows you to spread joint cement.

Allows for the removal of excess joint cement.

Maintain the gap between the joints.

NAME OF THE TOOL USE

Cutting small tile pieces.

Partial or total cutting of the tiles.

Total cutting of the tiles.

Drilling ceramic tiles for to 15mm.

Allows spreading the tile adhesive.

Allows for spreading the leveling compound.

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TILING
Lesson 2
THE MATERIALS
ASSOCIATED KNOWLEDGE S3.06 Tiling works (Interior floors, Wall tiles, Exterior floors, Paving...)
THE HABITAT FIELD S3.08 The tools of the building and their uses

NAME OF THE MATERIAL DIMENSIONS/WEIGHT PACKAGING

SOL: 20x20cm, 30x30cm,
33x33cm, 40x40cm...
Sold per m² (Square meter).
MURAL: 10x10cm, 15x15cm,
20x20cm, 20x25cm, 20x30cm…

SOL: 5x20cm, 10x30cm,

8x33cm, 10x40cm...
Sold by the linear meter.
MURAL: 2x10cm, 5x15cm,
10x20cm, 8x25cm, 10x30cm…

SOL: 20x20cm, 20x40cm,

30x30cm, 40x40cm...
Sold per m² (Square meter).
They can be in shape
hexagonal...

In strips of 2m or 2.50m. Sold by the meter (Linear meter).

SAC DE: 2kg, 5kg, 10kg,

Sold by the bag.
25kg.

BAG OF: 2kg, 5kg, 10kg

Sold by bag.
25kg.

BAG OF: 25kg. Sold by the bag.

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TILING
Lesson 3
INSTALLATION OF WALL TILING
ASSOCIATED KNOWLEDGE S3.06 Tiling works (Interior floors, Wall tiles, Outdoor floors, Paving…)
THE HABITAT FIELD

Here are the different steps necessary for installing wall tiles.

1- CALCULATION OF NECESSARY QUANTITIES.

To know the quantities of tiles and tile adhesive required for the completion of a job, one needs to
calculate the total area to be tiled and add 10% for cuts, breakages... I therefore multiply the area by
Calculate by 1.1 to find the amount of tiling to buy.

Example:
Tiling wall
For the wall opposite, the surface to be tiled S is

S (in m²) = Length (m) x Width (m) 3.5m

S=

I therefore need to plan the amount of tiles of

2- INSTALLATION PRODUCTS.

Depending on the surface to be tiled, different types of glue and primer will be used (see the table below).

SUPPORT INSTALLATION PRODUCTS

Plaster tiles Tile adhesive
Plasterboard Glue in paste
Plaster Paste glue
Particle board Primary
Paste glue
Old tiling
Primary
High performance adhesive
Wet areas (showers...) Primary water repellent
+ Adjuvant to mix with the jointing product

Primary:It is applied with a roller or a brush before leveling or gluing.

Used on a porous surface or on wood and creates a film between the surface and the
Allows to improve the adhesion of tiles to the substrate.

AdjuvantMix with the glue to enhance its adhesion and flexibility. Allows
to absorb the dimensional variations of the support.

Waterproof: Resistant to moisture.

3- PREPARATION OF THE SUPPORT.

On a too porous surface, use a primer.

hanging. (fig. 1)

Fig. 1

If the support shows irregularities or

important holes, level the surface using a Fig. 2
wall coating. (fig. 2)

If the surface is too smooth (old

tiling or painting) proceed with a light
picketing or will roughen the grinder.
Then, apply a primer. (fig. 3)

Fig. 3

4- TRACING OF DEPARTURE AXES.

Fig. 1

Draw a horizontal line with a level

and a cord at the height of a tile from the ground
plus a layer of joint. (fig. 1)

Adjust the horizontal line accordingly.

that the last tiles at the top be
integers (Think about counting the thickness of the joints).
Also draw a vertical line using the thread.
lead.
Fig. 2
By measuring, proceed with a placement simulation
to optimize the cuts and choose the best solution
more aesthetic. (fig. 2)

If the ground is sloped, the tiles at the bottom will be Fig. 3

cut to follow the slope. (fig. 3)
 Fix a rule (or a batten) underneath the
horizontal feature. It will serve as support for the
first row of tiles laid. (fig. 4) Fig. 4

5- APPLICATION OF THE GLUE AND INSTALLATION OF THE TILING.

Fig. 1

Spread the glue on the wall in half-meter sections.

square meter at a time. (fig. 1)

Carefully position the first one.

tile along the batten. Continue the installation Fig. 2
from the first horizontal row and thus of
continue until the coated surface of
glue should be covered. (fig. 2)

Remember to place the spacers for Fig. 3

maintain a regular gap between the
tiles (joint).
Remove the excess glue between the tiles
it unfolds gradually. (fig. 3)

Check the flatness of the tiled surface.

Yes a tile sticks out, tap it
gently with a rubber mallet Fig. 4
and a wooden bat.
The bat must rest astride several
tiles.(fig. 4)

Continue the pose in checking

the horizontality and the verticality in each
row.
Tterminate by the bottom row after having
remove the rule or the bucket. (fig. 5)
Abefore the glue is completely dry,
remove the crosspieces .
Fig. 5
6- THE JOINING.
Fig. 3

24 hours after application, apply the product.

jointing. Spread it over the tiles and make
penetrate the gaps with a squeegee of
rubber. (fig. 1)

Clean every 2 square meters approximately For humid places, add a

with a damp sponge. Then wipe with a adjuvant in the jointing product
cloth to remove any possible traces. to strengthen the seal of the joint.

7- THE CUTS.
Fig. 1

For straight cuts: use a

little cart. (fig. 1)

Fig. 2
The cuts must be made on the
tiles from the bottom or those from the inward corners.

Always finish an outward angle with

whole tiles. (fig. 2)

The aesthetic is better.

Use finishing profiles for corners

outgoing. (fig. 3)
Fig. 3

For rounded cuts: apply an adhesive

on the tile to be drilled to prevent chipping
drill and make holes with a bit
adapted (tungsten carbide) on the periphery
of the rounding. (fig. 4)

Fig. 4
Then with the parrot beak or a clamp to
ceramic, gently notch.

For the finish: file the uneven edges.

Fig. 5
For the sealing between the wall and the bathtub:
use an appropriate profile. (fig. 5)
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TILING
Lesson 4
Laying tiles on the floor
Associated Knowledge S3.06 Tiling works (Interior floors, Wall tiles, Exterior floors, paving...)
THE HABITAT FIELD

Here are the different steps necessary for installing floor tiles.

1- THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF INSTALLATION.

A-SUR CONCRETE SHAPE

Clean the screed with a vacuum cleaner and wash with it.
an alkaline detergent (type St Marc). Apply a
primary if necessary. Perform a leveling in
cases of irregularities in the soil.

Use a tile adhesive and grout.

B- ON OLD TILING

Clean the tiles with a vacuum and mop.

with an alkaline detergent (type St Marc). Stab
the old tiling if it is very smooth. Apply a
primary if necessary. Carry out a leveling in
cases of irregularities in the soil.

Use a specific adhesive mortar and do not

align the joints of the new tiles and
those of the old one.

ON A PARTICLE BOARD FLOOR

Vacuum the floor and scrub with it

an alkaline detergent (St Marc type). Apply a
primary if necessary. Carry out a leveling in
cases of irregularities in the soil.

Use a specific adhesive mortar or a

glue with an additive and a special soft joint or a
joint with adjuvant.
2- INSTALLATION PRODUCTS.

Primary:Apply with a roller or a brush before leveling or bonding.

Is used on a porous substrate or on wood and creates a film between the substrate and the
Glue. Allows to improve the adhesion of tiles to the substrate.

Adjuvant:Mix with glue to enhance its adhesion and flexibility. Allows

to absorb the dimensional variations of the support.

Jointing product: Applied with a soft rubber squeegee for filling

the space between the tiles (joint).

Self-leveling screed: It is applied to the leveler to correct floor defects (maximum 5 mm) and
obtain a good flatness of the support.

Mortar adhesive: Powder adhesive that is mixed with water and applied with a spatula.

3- PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION.

Organize yourself to always finish with a row of whole tiles at the level of the entrance door of the room.
or the reference opening. The installation must always start according to two perfectly perpendicular axes.

Draw two perpendicular axes on the ground using the

cord, either in the middle of the room, or starting from the Fig. 1
main access center. (fig. 1)

Position the tiles without gluing them starting from Fig. 2

these axes up to the walls. Do not forget to hold
account for the thickness of the joints. (fig.2)

This glue-free installation, called 'dry fitting', is for you

allows you to choose the solution that will be the most
aesthetics, or that will optimize your cuts.
4- APPLICATION OF THE GLUE AND INSTALLATION OF THE TILING.

The installation begins with the gluing of the tiles from Fig. 1
on the wall opposite the entrance. (fig. 1)
Your first glued row will consist of
solid tiles, you will then lay the tiles
with cutting. You should not glue more than one
surface of 1m² (1m x 1m).

Fig. 2
Spread the glue on the floor with a trowel and the
comb with a notched spatula on small
surfaces 1m². Hold the spatula at about 60°.
for a good distribution. (fig. 2)

Lay the tile on the adhesive. For sizes 20 x

20 cm and more, plan for double bonding of the floor and
tile. (fig.3)
To glue the back of the tiles, just scrape.
Fig. 3
with a trowel apply a thin layer of glue.
The regular spacing between the tiles (the joint) is
made with the crossbars. (fig.4)
The width of the joint varies depending on the chosen tile.
and the desired aesthetics.

Fig. 4

Check the flatness of the tiled surface.

Gently tap with the rubber mallet or on
with the help of a wooden bat, the tiles that stick out.
The bat must rest on several tiles. (fig.5)
Don't forget to remove the crossbars before the
hardening of the glue.
Clean the excess glue.

Let dry for 24 hours before pouring the joints.

Make sure not to walk on the tiles Fig. 5
freshly laid.
5- THE CUTS.

Fig. 1

For straight cuts: use a

little square. (fig. 1)

For cutting the last tile along the wall:

superimpose a tile on the second to last one.
Place a tile above and slide it down until the Fig. 2
Wall. Draw a line taking into account the width of the
joint. Your tile is ready to be cut at the
good dimension. (fig.2)

For rounded cuts: apply an adhesive

on the tile to be drilled to avoid chipping
drilling and making holes with a bit
adapted (tungsten carbide) on the periphery
of the rounding. (fig. 3)
Fig. 3
Then with the parrot beak or a clamp
ceramic, to gently notch.

For the finishing: file the irregular edges.

6- THE JOINTING.

At this stage, the spacers must have been removed.

Before applying the grouting product, wipe the surface with a mop to facilitate the adhesion of the grouting product.

24 hours after installation, on a surface of

tile of approximately 1 m2, spread the product on
oblique with a soft rubber squeegee
up to the deep filling of the joint.
After a few minutes, clean the tiled surface.
Fig. 1
with the help of a wet sponge. (fig. 1)

ATTENTION! For humid places, add a

Do not apply jointing product on the adjuvant in the jointing product
periphery of the room. This expansion space will be in order to enhance the sealing of the joint.
masked by the baseboard along the wall.

7- THE INSTALLATION OF PLINTHS.

Once the tiling is laid and grouted, cover the

peripheral joint (expansion joint) by gluing a
baseboard along the walls. (fig.1)

Fig. 1
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EVALUATION
Eval 7
Tiling

1- Connect the tools to their name (use a ruler).

TREPAN

TILE CUTTER

RACLETTE

WHEELBARROW

Mosaic Pliers

Serrated spatula

2-Put the different steps of laying tiles in order.

1
A/ Gluing
B/ Tracing 2
Laying tiles
D/ Jointing 3

4
3–Using the documents from lesson 3 and the diagram below, answer the following questions:

Calculate in m² the area you need to tile.

2,50 m

Plate deBA13

What surface area (in m²) of tiles do you need to have in order to tile your slab?

3–Indicate the tools used according to the cutting to be performed: