Whether you’ve been installing porcelain floor tiles for years or you’re just learning how to tile, you can’t deny that this material can add a certain charm to any room. From the kitchen to the bathroom to the living room, even outside, they can be used anywhere. Porcelain tiles are attractive, durable, and require...

Thanks to ever popular DIY shows and COVID, the construction and home improvement industry has been booming. And in the last few years more courses to learn how to tile have launched. This is because, of all the home improvement projects, bathroom and kitchen floor renovations are the most popular. For many people, ...

If you want to build a retaining wall in the UK, especially if it's a larger and more complex project, it's generally best left to professionals. However, if you have experience in construction and want to attempt it yourself, it's essential learn how to tile it and to follow proper guidelines to ensure safety and l...

Laying a concrete base in the UK follows a standard process that involves preparing the site, creating formwork/shuttering, mixing, and pouring the concrete, and finishing the surface. It’s key to know how to tile and install a concrete base, and in this blog, we will outline a step-by-step guide to ensure success w...

You have probably heard the phrase rectified tile before, but you might not know exactly what it is. In this blog we will discuss what a rectified tile is, its characteristics and how to tile it. WHAT IS RECTIFIED TILE? The term rectified tile simply refers to a tile whose edges have been ground or sa...

So, you think you know everything about how to tile kitchens, bathrooms, utility rooms, even outdoor patios. But do you know how to cut porcelain tile correctly? If you’re into DIY home improvement, you don’t want to find cracked or failed tile further down the line and end up having to pay more money to have it ...

If you’re beginning work on a new tiling project and it’s your first time working with tiles, you may be a bit unsure of how to proceed. There is a lot to know about laying and placing tiles, from mixing tile adhesive and grout, learning how to tile with the RUBI manual or electric tile cutter, and grouting the fina...

When you learn how to tile, keeping up with the changes in the industry is vital. Throughout these changes, the tools used when tiling can also change. One of the most commonly used tools for laying ceramic tiles nowadays is the notched trowel. Changes are common to keep up with the advancements in the i...

Knowing how to mix mortar and adhesive is one of the key elements in every tiling job. Whether it's tiling a bathroom, kitchen, or outdoor paving slabs, knowing how to tile with the right adhesive and mortar mix is crucial to a successful installation. That's why we've put together some essential tips and tricks ...

What type of drill bit do I need for porcelain tile? When we install porcelain tiles for flooring and wall coverings we will often need to drill holes. These can be for junction boxes, sockets, lights, drains or pipes. There can be many questions about how to tile porcelain and the correct tile drill bits to use....