{"id":50926,"date":"2024-06-18T08:08:55","date_gmt":"2024-06-18T06:08:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/?p=50926"},"modified":"2023-04-21T08:45:10","modified_gmt":"2023-04-21T06:45:10","slug":"large-format-ceramic-tile","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/large-format-ceramic-tile\/","title":{"rendered":"Laying Large Format Ceramic Tile &#8211; 6 key tips for success"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Laying <strong>large format ceramic tile<\/strong> is currently a big trend in the construction sector. Knowing <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/how-to-tile\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">how to tile<\/a> <\/strong>this format is a <strong>big benefit. They are a solution that combines practicality with aesthetic<\/strong> or decorative objectives, <strong>both indoors and outdoors<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><span class=\"hs-cta-wrapper\" id=\"hs-cta-wrapper-a5e5f811-4255-4bd9-9f2b-614310bf8a21\"><span class=\"hs-cta-node hs-cta-a5e5f811-4255-4bd9-9f2b-614310bf8a21\" id=\"hs-cta-a5e5f811-4255-4bd9-9f2b-614310bf8a21\"><!--[if lte IE 8]><div id=\"hs-cta-ie-element\"><\/div><![endif]--><a href=\"https:\/\/cta-redirect.hubspot.com\/cta\/redirect\/6786297\/a5e5f811-4255-4bd9-9f2b-614310bf8a21\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"hs-cta-img\" id=\"hs-cta-img-a5e5f811-4255-4bd9-9f2b-614310bf8a21\" style=\"border-width:0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/6786297\/a5e5f811-4255-4bd9-9f2b-614310bf8a21.png\" alt=\"* Do you want to get the how to make Large Format cuts guide? Click here and  download it for free.\"><\/a><\/span><script charset=\"utf-8\" src=\"https:\/\/js.hscta.net\/cta\/current.js\"><\/script><script type=\"text\/javascript\"> hbspt.cta.load(6786297, 'a5e5f811-4255-4bd9-9f2b-614310bf8a21', {\"useNewLoader\":\"true\",\"region\":\"na1\"}); <\/script><\/span><!-- end HubSpot Call-to-Action Code -->\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"603\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/es\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Slab-Mini-Edited-1024x603.jpg\" alt=\"large format ceramic tile\" class=\"wp-image-50965\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Slab-Mini-Edited-1024x603.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Slab-Mini-Edited-300x177.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Slab-Mini-Edited-768x452.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Slab-Mini-Edited-1536x904.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Slab-Mini-Edited.jpg 1772w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">WHAT IS LARGE FORMAT CERAMICS?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We understand large format to be <strong>any tile that has one of its sides measuring more than 40 cm.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tiles of this format are used more and more frequently, <strong>both in new buildings and in renovations<\/strong>. The most common formats are currently 60\u00d760, 60\u00d7120, 30\u00d7120, 120\u00d7120, 75 x 150 cm, among others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ADVANTAGES OF LARGE FORMAT CERAMICS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Large format ceramic tile <strong>provide a greater sense of spaciousness<\/strong>, create a sense of continuity, and provide many varied applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, while laying each piece involves more time and effort, each piece covers more surface area. This means that the number of tiles installed is smaller. <strong>Large-format ceramic tiles optimise the time and resources used<\/strong>, one of the most important factors in any construction project. <a href=\"https:\/\/cta-redirect.hubspot.com\/cta\/redirect\/6786297\/f67f4587-6626-4984-8074-28ab82f0cf77\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">IS IT COMPLICATED TO LAY LARGE FORMAT CERAMIC TILES?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The laying of large format ceramic tile does <strong>require <\/strong>some <strong>adaptation to the laying techniques and tools used<\/strong>. In order to handle these larger pieces with ease, follow these tips to achieve fully satisfactory results:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><span class=\"hs-cta-wrapper\" id=\"hs-cta-wrapper-1ac34640-56fd-4230-89d8-679ac8bb5b7b\"><span class=\"hs-cta-node hs-cta-1ac34640-56fd-4230-89d8-679ac8bb5b7b\" id=\"hs-cta-1ac34640-56fd-4230-89d8-679ac8bb5b7b\"><!--[if lte IE 8]><div id=\"hs-cta-ie-element\"><\/div><![endif]--><a href=\"https:\/\/cta-redirect.hubspot.com\/cta\/redirect\/6786297\/1ac34640-56fd-4230-89d8-679ac8bb5b7b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"hs-cta-img\" id=\"hs-cta-img-1ac34640-56fd-4230-89d8-679ac8bb5b7b\" style=\"border-width:0px;\" height=\"191\" width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/6786297\/1ac34640-56fd-4230-89d8-679ac8bb5b7b.png\" alt=\"New call-to-action\"><\/a><\/span><script charset=\"utf-8\" src=\"https:\/\/js.hscta.net\/cta\/current.js\"><\/script><script type=\"text\/javascript\"> hbspt.cta.load(6786297, '1ac34640-56fd-4230-89d8-679ac8bb5b7b', {\"useNewLoader\":\"true\",\"region\":\"na1\"}); <\/script><\/span><!-- end HubSpot Call-to-Action Code -->\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Tip 1<\/strong>: It is very important that the <strong>substrate is a stable and perfectly flat surface<\/strong>. If the substrate isn&#8217;t meeting the requirements, it isn&#8217;t suitable for large format ceramic tiles. Make the changes necessary before proceeding. <br><\/li><li><strong>Tip 2<\/strong>: Back buttering is vital for large formats. This involves a thin layer of adhesive on the back of the tile and on the substrate. We recommend using a trowel with a tooth suitable for the format of the tile.<br><\/li><li><strong>Tip 3<\/strong>: <strong>The use of suction cups is highly recommended<\/strong>. Not only to be able to place the tiles much more comfortably,<strong> but to<\/strong> adjust <strong>their position and check the <\/strong>coverage of adhesive.<br><\/li><li><strong>Tip 4<\/strong>: To ensure a perfectly flat finish and to avoid any unevenness, we recommend<strong> using a levelling system<\/strong> to prevent them from moving during the setting process.<br><\/li><li><strong>Tip 5:<\/strong> In large format ceramics, <strong>the tile-to-tile joint is more important than ever<\/strong>. We should use crosspieces and &#8220;T &#8220;s, which make it possible to overcome the small dimensional variations in some tiles. In addition,<strong> this favours the setting through the joints<\/strong>. The use of levelling systems does not exempt the use of spacers and T-spacers.<br><\/li><li><strong>Tip 6<\/strong>: As far as cutting is concerned, <strong>large-format ceramic tiles can be cut with both <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/product\/tz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">manual<\/a> and electric cutters<\/strong>. But make sure that models suitable for large formats are available.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"727\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/es\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Heavy-Duty-Small-1024x727.jpg\" alt=\"large format ceramic tile\" class=\"wp-image-50956\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Heavy-Duty-Small-1024x727.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Heavy-Duty-Small-300x213.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Heavy-Duty-Small-768x545.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Heavy-Duty-Small-1536x1090.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Heavy-Duty-Small.jpg 1772w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>As mentioned above, the growing popularity of large-format ceramic tiles is mainly due to the fact that <strong>its significant advantages outweigh the disadvantages related to transport and handling<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Along these lines, <strong>large-format ceramics continue to evolve and the presence of porcelain tile or XXL ceramics on the market is increasing<\/strong>, but we will talk about this on another occasion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><span class=\"hs-cta-wrapper\" id=\"hs-cta-wrapper-f67f4587-6626-4984-8074-28ab82f0cf77\"><span class=\"hs-cta-node hs-cta-f67f4587-6626-4984-8074-28ab82f0cf77\" id=\"hs-cta-f67f4587-6626-4984-8074-28ab82f0cf77\"><!--[if lte IE 8]><div id=\"hs-cta-ie-element\"><\/div><![endif]--><a href=\"https:\/\/cta-redirect.hubspot.com\/cta\/redirect\/6786297\/f67f4587-6626-4984-8074-28ab82f0cf77\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"hs-cta-img\" id=\"hs-cta-img-f67f4587-6626-4984-8074-28ab82f0cf77\" style=\"border-width:0px;\" height=\"628\" width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/6786297\/f67f4587-6626-4984-8074-28ab82f0cf77.png\" alt=\"New call-to-action\"><\/a><\/span><script charset=\"utf-8\" src=\"https:\/\/js.hscta.net\/cta\/current.js\"><\/script><script type=\"text\/javascript\"> hbspt.cta.load(6786297, 'f67f4587-6626-4984-8074-28ab82f0cf77', {\"useNewLoader\":\"true\",\"region\":\"na1\"}); <\/script><\/span><!-- end HubSpot Call-to-Action Code -->\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Laying large format ceramic tile is currently a big trend in the construction sector. 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