{"id":859,"date":"2023-08-23T11:48:38","date_gmt":"2023-08-23T09:48:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/?p=859"},"modified":"2023-08-23T11:48:45","modified_gmt":"2023-08-23T09:48:45","slug":"how-to-tile","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/how-to-tile\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Tile: Steps, Materials, and Methods According to Room"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Tiling is&nbsp;a skilled&nbsp;job&nbsp;that requires a good amount of planning, but <strong>we are here to help you get the best finish<\/strong>.&nbsp;Whether&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;tiling&nbsp;a full bathroom, a kitchen splash back, the shower floor&nbsp;or any small areas that require more skill such as a fireplace, <strong>we\u2019re here to give you the best advice &amp; information&nbsp;on&nbsp;how to tile<\/strong>&nbsp;that will help you achieve a great result.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this blog, we\u2019ll take you through<strong> all&nbsp;the important things to consider&nbsp;when planning your tiling and how to tile. <\/strong>All from prepping the surface, to the types of tools you\u2019ll need and the different methods for tiling the floor, walls and other areas of a project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><span class=\"hs-cta-wrapper\" id=\"hs-cta-wrapper-ac856b89-827d-432d-b336-ba4038342d32\"><span class=\"hs-cta-node hs-cta-ac856b89-827d-432d-b336-ba4038342d32\" id=\"hs-cta-ac856b89-827d-432d-b336-ba4038342d32\"><!--[if lte IE 8]><div id=\"hs-cta-ie-element\"><\/div><![endif]--><a href=\"https:\/\/cta-redirect.hubspot.com\/cta\/redirect\/6786297\/ac856b89-827d-432d-b336-ba4038342d32\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"hs-cta-img\" id=\"hs-cta-img-ac856b89-827d-432d-b336-ba4038342d32\" style=\"border-width:0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/6786297\/ac856b89-827d-432d-b336-ba4038342d32.png\"  alt=\"* Do you want to get the definitive guide to cutting and laying tiles? 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, 'ac856b89-827d-432d-b336-ba4038342d32', {\"useNewLoader\":\"true\",\"region\":\"na1\"}); <\/script><\/span><!-- end HubSpot Call-to-Action Code -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">INDEX<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>1.<a style=\"color: #242424;\" href=\"#how-to-tile\"> How to tile<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2.<a style=\"color: #242424;\" href=\"#tools-needed\"> Tools Needed for Tiling<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.<a style=\"color: #242424;\" href=\"#according-room\"> How to Tile According to the Room <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4.<a style=\"color: #242424;\" href=\"#specialised-tiles\"> How to lay specialised tiles <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5.<a style=\"color: #242424;\" href=\"#tile-patterns\"> What are the different tile patterns? <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-tile\">How to tile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Choosing the material<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tile is one of the most popular materials<\/strong> used in both kitchen renovation and bathroom renovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In recent years,<strong> its popularity has in fact continued to grow<\/strong>, becoming a frequently sort after material in all areas of the house. Due to its cost-saving potential and ability to rejuvenate a room with its beautiful colours, patterns or textures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to deciding on the type&nbsp;of tile you want, it can often be a&nbsp;difficult decision, with an array of&nbsp;different&nbsp;materials, each with their own benefits &amp; disadvantages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s also important to think about <strong>where you plan to place your tiles<\/strong>.&nbsp;If you are&nbsp;planning on tiling your hallway or kitchen,&nbsp;these are&nbsp;areas with a lot of&nbsp;footfall and therefore require a&nbsp;material that is durable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Cutting Ceramic Tiles<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When cutting your tiles, depending on the material you need to cut&nbsp;you\u2019ll need&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/how-to-use-a-tile-cutter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">to use a tile cutter<\/a><\/strong> either a manual cutter or an electric cutter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Typically,&nbsp;<strong>manual cutters<\/strong> are used for&nbsp;cutting standard ceramic and porcelain tiles. With <strong>electric cutters<\/strong> used for natural stone and more extreme tiles such as 20mm porcelain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/manual-electric-cutter-1.jpg\" alt=\"how-to-tile-manual-electric-cutter\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Preparing the surface<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you start, it\u2019s&nbsp;important to make sure the surfaces <strong>you\u2019ll be working on a<\/strong><strong>re<\/strong><strong>&nbsp;clean, dry and most importantly flat<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;replacing wallpaper for tile,&nbsp;first,&nbsp;strip back the&nbsp;wallpaper to the plaster. Remembering to fill in any holes or cracks that you find with&nbsp;a suitable filler, then coating with&nbsp;primer.&nbsp;Once this is completely dry, <strong>you are ready&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>to start tiling<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4: Mix the adhesive<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the <strong>most important parts of&nbsp;learning&nbsp;how to tile&nbsp;successfully<\/strong>, is in getting the adhesive mix right. It\u2019s&nbsp;important to know <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/mortar-mix\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">how to mix adhesive correctly<\/a><\/strong> in order to achieve the strongest bond possible and&nbsp;a long-standing installation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An improper mix of adhesive <strong>may cause issues to your installation<\/strong> or can even&nbsp;halt the entire project, causing tiles to become dislodged or&nbsp;uneven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"RUBIMIX ENERGY Cordless Adhesive Mixer\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/JUNAGBSrmM4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to mixing your adhesive, <strong>the best advice is to read the instructions&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>the&nbsp;manufacturers put&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>on the bag<\/strong>. There are many different types and brands of adhesive, which all have&nbsp;varied&nbsp;instructions and measurements to achieve the perfect consistency&nbsp;for their adhesive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When mixing, <strong>c<\/strong><strong>ontinue to mix&nbsp;your&nbsp;adhesive to reach a thick consistency<\/strong>,&nbsp;similar to&nbsp;peanut butter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You want the mix to be thick enough to apply to the wall without dropping too much. While still being workable enough that you can manipulate the tiles a little after applying them to the wall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 5: Apply the&nbsp;adhesive<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile.jpg\" alt=\"how-to-tile\" width=\"262\" height=\"262\"><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When applying&nbsp;the adhesive, <strong>it is essential&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>for there to be minimum 85% total coverage beneath a tile for dry area placement<\/strong>&nbsp;(such as dry&nbsp;<i>f<\/i><i>loors, fireplace etc<\/i><i>.<\/i>)&nbsp;<strong>and 95% coverage in&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>exterior and&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>wet areas<\/strong> (<i>such as showers, bath<\/i><i>&nbsp;surrounds etc.<\/i>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is also important to&nbsp;remember&nbsp;when learning&nbsp;how to tile,&nbsp;when applying&nbsp;the&nbsp;adhesive,&nbsp;<strong>to&nbsp;comb&nbsp;it&nbsp;in straight lines&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/trowel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">using a tile trowel<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Applying the ridges in straight lines not only&nbsp;allow the&nbsp;adhesive to collapse more easily when laying your tile. This also helps to remove more air from the&nbsp;adhesive, thus ensuring a stronger bond&nbsp;between&nbsp;the tile and adhesive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 6: Laying the ceramic&nbsp;tile<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to finally laying your tile down, make sure that you \u2018back-butter\u2019 your tile with adhesive. <strong>Back buttering&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>is extremely effective in increasing the bond of the mortar&nbsp;on the floor to the mortar on your tile.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Particularly when working with <strong><a style=\"color: #ff0000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/large-format-tiles-accessories\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">large format tiles<\/a><\/strong>,&nbsp;this also ensures&nbsp;a stronger bond to the tile &amp;&nbsp;substrate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tools-needed\"><b>Tools Needed for Tiling<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important to choose the right <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/tile-tools\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tiling tools<\/a><\/strong> for the construction work, depending on the use and the phase of the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By choosing the correct tiling tools <strong>we\u2019ll decrease the amount of time needed<\/strong> to complete a project. The tools won\u2019t be damaged by the materials, neither would we.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Adhesive<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/adhesive-blog.jpg\" alt=\"adhesive\" width=\"256\" height=\"256\"><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In our guide&nbsp;how to tile, creating a&nbsp;strong bond between the tile and the flooring or wall is the <strong>next step&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>in&nbsp;achieving a durable, lasting, successful<\/strong><strong> tile installation.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is&nbsp;important to choose&nbsp;the <strong>appropriate&nbsp;adhesive<\/strong>&nbsp;for the tile&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;using for your project.&nbsp;<strong>The size and type of the tile&nbsp;are important&nbsp;<\/strong>in helping to&nbsp;determine&nbsp;which&nbsp;adhesive&nbsp;is&nbsp;best&nbsp;as well as the type of substrate&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;tiling onto.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should also take&nbsp;into&nbsp;consideration&nbsp;<strong>the&nbsp;colour<\/strong><strong>&nbsp;of the adhesive<\/strong> and&nbsp;<strong><a style=\"color: #ff0000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/sanded-vs-unsanded-grout-the-4-biggest-differences-that-matter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">grout<\/a>&nbsp;<\/strong>you\u2019re&nbsp;choosing, using <strong>similar colours<\/strong>. If the joints aren\u2019t kept extremely clean, this can marble the grout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Types of adhesives: what to consider<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Selecting the wrong adhesive for&nbsp;your project, can lead to&nbsp;a number of&nbsp;issues&nbsp;such as&nbsp;de-bonding of your tiles or cracking,&nbsp;which will cause&nbsp;financial pain both in recompense &amp; repair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When choosing your adhesive, <strong>t<\/strong><strong>here are two different types of tile adhesive<\/strong>&nbsp;to choose from, ready mixed pastes &amp; powdered adhesives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ready mixed <\/strong><strong>adhesives<\/strong> can be used&nbsp;straight out of the tub&nbsp;and&nbsp;in fact dries&nbsp;at a slower rate than powder adhesives.&nbsp;It is&nbsp;most suitable&nbsp;for&nbsp;tiles no larger than 60x30cm&nbsp;or&nbsp;areas such as kitchen&nbsp;splash backs&nbsp;where the&nbsp;levels of moisture are lower.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>P<\/strong><strong>owdered adhesives<\/strong>&nbsp;on the other hand,&nbsp;need to be mixed with water, achieving the right consistency which takes a little more time and effort. However,&nbsp;unlike ready mixed, powdered tile adhesive&nbsp;can be used for tiling&nbsp;in&nbsp;all&nbsp;sizes and&nbsp;areas&nbsp;including&nbsp;floors,&nbsp;wet rooms,&nbsp;bathrooms&nbsp;and are even suitable to use outdoors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Electric mixer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting the right adhesive mix of one of the key aspects of a successful tile installation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mixing your adhesive correctly and to a good consistency&nbsp;will enable you to achieve a&nbsp;strong bond and overall a long-lasting installation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A mixing drill and paddle are fundamental&nbsp;to achieving&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>a good consistency<\/strong> every time with minimal&nbsp;time and&nbsp;effort. Electric mixers&nbsp;not only&nbsp;significantly reduce the effort&nbsp;of&nbsp;mixing adhesives, grouts &amp; levelling compounds. But their variable speeds can help with mixing larger quantities of product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s&nbsp;important to note when using an electric mixer, <strong>when pausing to add more adhesive or water<\/strong> or once you\u2019ve&nbsp;got your adhesive to the right consistency. Make sure to transfer the paddle to a second bucket of clean water and mix to clean the paddle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This will save time&nbsp;when cleaning your mixer&nbsp;later, and&nbsp;will prevent the adhesive drying and sticking to your paddle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"RUBIMIX E-10 Energy\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/toLXLHMWiJ0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Leveling systems<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Levelling systems are devices used&nbsp;when&nbsp;installing&nbsp;tiles, to help remove the differences in level &amp;&nbsp;tile&nbsp;lippage that can arise between two or more tiles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>These systems will help&nbsp;promote a better bond with&nbsp;the&nbsp;tile and adhesive<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;ensure a&nbsp;flat surface.&nbsp;This will prevent tile&nbsp;lippage and&nbsp;removing the added&nbsp;time,&nbsp;effort&nbsp;and overall cost on a project&nbsp;to fix&nbsp;these problems if they arise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Levelling systems<\/strong>&nbsp;are usually made up of two to three components:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>A clip<\/b>&nbsp;which is embedded into the tile adhesive, between your tiles to create your grout joint between tiles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>A&nbsp;<\/b><b>wedge<\/b>&nbsp;which is&nbsp;used to apply sufficient pressure between tiles, preventing any from being higher than the other.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>A <\/b><b>levelling tool<\/b>&nbsp;allowing you to&nbsp;apply the correct pressure to&nbsp;the clip&nbsp;and&nbsp;wedge to achieve&nbsp;a flat surface with minimal effort.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"RUBI DELTA LEVEL SYSTEM for Eliminating Lippage in Tile Installation\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6Lf6SG-90rg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SPATULA AND TROWEL<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you begin&nbsp;applying your adhesive and laying your tiles, you must decide which<strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/trowel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tile trower size<\/a>&nbsp;<\/strong>you will use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When considering the trowel size to use, you&nbsp;must make the decision based on the size and type of tile&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;laying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Each type of&nbsp;tile&nbsp;may require a&nbsp;different&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>sized trowel<\/strong>.&nbsp;It\u2019s&nbsp;important, no matter the size&nbsp;of you tile to get the right amount of adhesive on the back of the tile to ensure the tiles stick to the wall or floor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a general rule,<strong>&nbsp;the larger the tile, the larger&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>the&nbsp;notched trowel you should use<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When making this decision, there are two key trowels to choose&nbsp;between: a u-notched&nbsp;trowel or a&nbsp;square-notched&nbsp;trowel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SUCTION CUPS FOR TILE INSTALLATION<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Suction cups are an essential piece of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/tiling-equipment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>equipment for tiling work<\/strong><\/a>. Particularly with the evolution and increasing demand for large-format tiles,&nbsp;<strong>the use of suctions cups&nbsp;has become&nbsp;increasingly necessary<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They are specifically&nbsp;designed for the&nbsp;handling&nbsp;and loading of materials,&nbsp;allowing you to&nbsp;lift and place&nbsp;heavy&nbsp;tiles with a smooth or rough&nbsp;finish&nbsp;with greater ease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/cups-blog.jpg\" alt=\"suction-cups\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Imagen33.jpg\" alt=\"how-to-tile\" class=\"wp-image-13075\" width=\"259\" height=\"258\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Imagen33.jpg 483w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Imagen33-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Imagen33-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 259px) 100vw, 259px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CROSSPIECES, JOINTS, T\u2019S<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Floor tile spacers should be used between each tile&nbsp;when laying&nbsp;to ensure regular spacing and an even finish when it comes to grouting your tiles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/tile-spacers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RUBI tile spacers<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;come in different widths&nbsp;ranging from&nbsp;1mm \u2013&nbsp;10mm&nbsp;based on the size of tile you are laying&nbsp;and effect you are looking for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve applied your adhesive to the floor and placed the tiles on top of it,&nbsp;<strong>simply place spacers at each corner of your tiles<\/strong>. Do it pushing the tiles together until the spacer is fully pressed up against each corner of&nbsp;each tile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When estimating&nbsp;the number of&nbsp;tile&nbsp;spacers you\u2019ll need&nbsp;for your project,&nbsp;you will need one spacer per tile&nbsp;including the&nbsp;<strong>10% extra in case of damages<\/strong>.&nbsp;It\u2019s&nbsp;worth noting however, to always getting a little bit extra, to account for any breakages&nbsp;or spacers that go missing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">PROTECTION ELEMENTS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/protection-blog.jpg\" alt=\"protection-elements\" class=\"wp-image-12817\" width=\"262\" height=\"262\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/protection-blog.jpg 448w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/protection-blog-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/protection-blog-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 262px) 100vw, 262px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Learning&nbsp;how to tile&nbsp;without proper protection,&nbsp;<strong>can leave yourself open to acute injury or long-term health effects.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Wearing protective gloves<\/strong>&nbsp;can provide barrier protection against abrasions&nbsp;and cuts. As well as providing&nbsp;<strong>extra grip when handling tiles<\/strong>, further preventing any accidents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Your eyes are extremely sensitive<\/strong>&nbsp;and vulnerable&nbsp;to&nbsp;a number of&nbsp;simple&nbsp;hazards when tiling&nbsp;such&nbsp;as&nbsp;dust or&nbsp;chipping when cutting tiles. Using eye protection such as safety glasses&nbsp;will ensure&nbsp;you protect your eyes from potential injury.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tiling is a trade that requires&nbsp;precision and&nbsp;years of&nbsp;experience to master<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s&nbsp;also a trade that requires you to&nbsp;<strong>spend&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>long periods of&nbsp;time&nbsp;kneeling on the floor<\/strong>, constantly bearing loads and repetitive movements. Investing in protective knee pads is essential&nbsp;to the job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may also consider an ergonomic seat&nbsp;if you work on a lot of flooring&nbsp;for better&nbsp;positioning and comfort when tiling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><span class=\"hs-cta-wrapper\" id=\"hs-cta-wrapper-068b8418-9813-4016-a3ab-03d8c9d2771b\"><span class=\"hs-cta-node hs-cta-068b8418-9813-4016-a3ab-03d8c9d2771b\" id=\"hs-cta-068b8418-9813-4016-a3ab-03d8c9d2771b\"><!--[if lte IE 8]><div id=\"hs-cta-ie-element\"><\/div><![endif]--><a href=\"https:\/\/cta-redirect.hubspot.com\/cta\/redirect\/6786297\/068b8418-9813-4016-a3ab-03d8c9d2771b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"hs-cta-img\" id=\"hs-cta-img-068b8418-9813-4016-a3ab-03d8c9d2771b\" style=\"border-width:0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/6786297\/068b8418-9813-4016-a3ab-03d8c9d2771b.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, '068b8418-9813-4016-a3ab-03d8c9d2771b', {\"useNewLoader\":\"true\",\"region\":\"na1\"}); <\/script><\/span><!-- end HubSpot Call-to-Action Code -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"according-room\"><strong>HOW TO TILE ACCORDING TO THE ROOM<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">HOW TO TILE A FLOOR<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Banner-colocacion-madera.jpg\" alt=\"how-to-tile\" class=\"wp-image-22011\" width=\"278\" height=\"269\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Banner-colocacion-madera.jpg 546w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Banner-colocacion-madera-300x291.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 278px) 100vw, 278px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When laying floor tiles, the two most important things to consider&nbsp;<strong>is making sure your surface<\/strong><strong>is correctly&nbsp;prepared&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>to tile on<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;finding your&nbsp;midpoint.<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/10-most-common-mistakes-when-laying-tiles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">A common mistake when laying tiles<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>is the selection of the wrong adhesive<\/strong>&nbsp;or bond type for your material.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using the incorrect adhesive&nbsp;with your tile will stop it bonding&nbsp;well,&nbsp;impacting the longevity&nbsp;of your installation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When tiling the room,&nbsp;<strong>you&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>should&nbsp;typically&nbsp;start from&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>a central point in the room<\/strong>&nbsp;and work your way out to each corner.&nbsp;As most rooms&nbsp;aren\u2019t&nbsp;perfectly square,&nbsp;if you start from the edge of the room, you could end up with a real&nbsp;mess.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This&nbsp;also&nbsp;allows you&nbsp;<strong>to&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>not only<\/strong><strong>&nbsp;tile more effectively<\/strong>, tiling out of the room so that you finish by the door. But by starting in the middle of the room, the tiles are&nbsp;laid to best suit someone\u2019s line of sight when walking&nbsp;into the room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&nbsp;is&nbsp;however,&nbsp;useful to dry lay&nbsp;a row of&nbsp;tiles (placing your tiles on the ground without adhesive)&nbsp;to make sure your last tile doesn\u2019t need to be cut&nbsp;by more&nbsp;than half&nbsp;or require a very thin cut to finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If this is the case,&nbsp;<strong>we recommend&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>shifting&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>your layout<\/strong>&nbsp;so your&nbsp;new&nbsp;starting point&nbsp;ends with&nbsp;even cut tiles. This will leave you with a cleaner finish and a better aesthetic on completion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">TILING ON PAINTED WALL<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/RUBI_Alicatado_de_cocina_0-768x512-3.jpg\" alt=\"how-to-tile-wall\" width=\"300\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/preparing-a-wall-for-tiling\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Preparing a wall for tiling<\/a>&nbsp;<\/strong>is the first step we should take in account. Painted surfaces are generally unsuitable for tiling.&nbsp;<strong>Commonly used paints such as emulsion painted surfaces m<\/strong><strong>us<\/strong><strong>t be removed<\/strong>&nbsp;before tiling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is&nbsp;due to&nbsp;emulsion paint being water based, meaning&nbsp;when adhesive is added on top. It will reactivate it causing&nbsp;a&nbsp;very weak bond which could have a disastrous effect on your installation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once&nbsp;you\u2019ve&nbsp;removed the&nbsp;paint&nbsp;and cleaned the&nbsp;wall,&nbsp;you will need to score the surface with a scraper&nbsp;or sanding&nbsp;the surface.&nbsp; This is done to&nbsp;create small, rough grooves that&nbsp;help your adhesive grip to the wall when applying it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>rougher you make the surface, the stronger the tile adhesion will be<\/strong>.&nbsp;Once&nbsp;you\u2019ve&nbsp;prepared the wall as so,&nbsp;you are ready to begin tiling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">HOW TO TILE A KITCHEN FLOOR<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Porcelain or ceramic tile are the popular choices when deciding on how to tile a kitchen flooring. Due to kitchens being a high-traffic area,&nbsp;<strong>porcelain<\/strong><strong>&nbsp;is the better choice<\/strong>. It is a lot more durable than&nbsp;ceramic tiles&nbsp;and are both easy to clean and are low maintenance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Similarly&nbsp;when&nbsp;looking at how to tile a floor,&nbsp;<strong>it\u2019s important to start with measuring&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>and finding the centre<\/strong>&nbsp;of your room.&nbsp;When tiling your kitchen,&nbsp;<strong>it\u2019s&nbsp;often useful to pull your&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>cabinets and appliances out<\/strong>&nbsp;before tiling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This will remove added work of having to cut your tiles around cabinets and leave you with a cleaner finish with much less effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/shutterstock_583625905-scaled-e1613489768791-768x508-1.jpg\" alt=\"how-to-tile\" class=\"wp-image-13087\" width=\"288\" height=\"297\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/shutterstock_583625905-scaled-e1613489768791-768x508-1.jpg 492w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/shutterstock_583625905-scaled-e1613489768791-768x508-1-291x300.jpg 291w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 288px) 100vw, 288px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">HOW TO LAY BATHROOM TILE<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/how-to-tile-a-bathroom\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">laying bathroom tiles<\/a><\/strong>,<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>it\u2019s&nbsp;important to<\/strong><strong>&nbsp;prepare the substrates properly<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The current British standards state that you need to fully tank wet rooms and the wet areas of bathrooms to ensure that the walls and floor are completely waterproof, as tile adhesive is only water-resistant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/floor-tile-adhesive\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Choosing&nbsp;a tile adhesive<\/a> that&nbsp;won\u2019t&nbsp;be affected by&nbsp;added moisture&nbsp;is also very&nbsp;important<\/strong>. Therefore&nbsp;flexible&nbsp;or&nbsp;epoxy&nbsp;adhesive&nbsp;are the best options when tiling your bathroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Flexible&nbsp;adhesive<\/strong>&nbsp;provides a very strong bond and is resistant to moisture and mold growth, making it the best option for tiling&nbsp;bathroom floors and any tile in wet areas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Epoxy&nbsp;tile&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>adhesive<\/strong>&nbsp;comes in&nbsp;three-components that are&nbsp;mixed together&nbsp;right before use. Relative to&nbsp;flexible, epoxy&nbsp;provides a highly durable bond strength and is&nbsp;resistant to water.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s&nbsp;also important to&nbsp;<strong>use an anti-<\/strong><strong>fungal&nbsp;grout<\/strong>&nbsp;to protect your grout lines from&nbsp;the added moisture that builds in bathrooms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/RUBI_Alicatado_de_cocina_0-768x512-2.jpg\" alt=\"how to tile\" class=\"wp-image-18607\" width=\"225\" height=\"227\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/RUBI_Alicatado_de_cocina_0-768x512-2.jpg 462w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/RUBI_Alicatado_de_cocina_0-768x512-2-297x300.jpg 297w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/RUBI_Alicatado_de_cocina_0-768x512-2-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">HOW TO LAY PORCELAIN TILE OUTSIDE<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>External&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/porcelain-tile-cutter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">porcelain tile<\/a>&nbsp;has become a lot more commonly known<\/strong>&nbsp;and prevalent in the past couple of years. There are&nbsp;<strong>many&nbsp;benefits<\/strong>&nbsp;to choosing porcelain for tiling outside over&nbsp;more traditional materials such as cement,&nbsp;stone&nbsp;and wood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For one,<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>external&nbsp;porcelain<\/strong><strong>&nbsp;is very strong and hard-wearing<\/strong>, often being double the thickness of standard indoor porcelain.&nbsp;Due to its strength, it also&nbsp;<strong>offers a lot of additional benefits<\/strong>&nbsp;like being frost proof, scratch resistant and load bearing. It can also be cut, allowing them to be fit for steps,&nbsp;upstands&nbsp;or different shaped patios.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"specialised-tiles\"><strong>HOW TO LAY&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>SPECIALI<\/strong><strong>S<\/strong><strong>ED<\/strong><strong>TILES<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">HOW TO LAY FLOOR TILES ON CONCRETE<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If properly planned,&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/how-to-lay-floor-tiles-on-concrete\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">concrete&nbsp;can be a great base&nbsp;for a tiled&nbsp;floor<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Floors can often become uneven over time due to moisture and cracking. So before laying your tile&nbsp;it\u2019s important to&nbsp;<strong>make sure that your floor is clean<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>dry, any small cracks or holes have been patched up<\/strong>. Also most importantly, making sure the concrete is&nbsp;<strong>level<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once&nbsp;you\u2019ve&nbsp;confirmed these,&nbsp;apply a primer to the entire surface of the floor, making sure to&nbsp;work it into the pores of the concrete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will then mix and prepare&nbsp;a floor levelling compound&nbsp;to help waterproof&nbsp;the surface,&nbsp;smooth&nbsp;and&nbsp;strengthen the concrete&nbsp;and make sure the surface is fully level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once this has dried,&nbsp;<strong>you are ready to&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>mix your adhesive and begin tiling<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>WOOD EFFECT TILES<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wood-look-tile-flooring\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Wood-effect tiles<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;are a very durable and easy to maintain, making them a great alternative to traditional hardwood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They&nbsp;are however not completely flat, with wood-effect tiles having a slightly higher centre. You&nbsp;must&nbsp;prepare the floor&nbsp;properly&nbsp;and lay the tiles in quarter or third bond&nbsp;to reduce lippage&nbsp;and&nbsp;achieve&nbsp;a great&nbsp;finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure to&nbsp;remove any deviation in the floor,&nbsp;outlining any variations in the floor\u2019s height to account for this when you begin tiling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lastly,&nbsp;<strong>the secret to a successful tile installation<\/strong>&nbsp;is the importance of getting the right&nbsp;adhesive&nbsp;consistency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Taking the time to achieve a&nbsp;perfect blended mix will help you to achieve a strong bond between your floor and tile, leaving you with a long-lasting&nbsp;installation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">TILING OVER UNDERFLOOR HEATING<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Underfloor heating<strong>&nbsp;can cause&nbsp;a number of issues for you<\/strong>, if not tiled onto correctly. From damaging the wires when troweling, to tiles cracking due to heat expansion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When&nbsp;adding your adhesives,&nbsp;it\u2019s&nbsp;best&nbsp;to use a flexible adhesive, as this will cope with the regular changes in temperature and&nbsp;sub-floor movements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using a self-levelling compound over the wires will protect them when troweling the adhesive and avoid any potential damage caused to the wires when troweling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>This also mitigates future risks of damaging the wire<\/strong>. If in the future a tile needs to come up or you want to replace your tiles, you have a much lower chance of damaging the system as it\u2019s&nbsp;separately enclosed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to tiling, make&nbsp;sure&nbsp;to&nbsp;trowel your adhesive properly&nbsp;to&nbsp;<strong>avoid pockets of&nbsp;air<\/strong>, as this can&nbsp;cause the tile to crack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tile-patterns\"><strong>WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT TILE PATTERNS?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-Brick-Bond.jpg\" alt=\"how to tile\" class=\"wp-image-22017\" width=\"136\" height=\"137\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-Brick-Bond.jpg 462w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-Brick-Bond-297x300.jpg 297w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-Brick-Bond-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 136px) 100vw, 136px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>BRICK BOND<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The most traditional tile laying pattern<\/strong>, typically seen with brick and mortar, laid to create a patterned effect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is often designed&nbsp;<strong>as 50:50 brick bond or 70:30<\/strong>, which is known as a&nbsp;<em>staggered<\/em>&nbsp;brick bond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-Stepladder.jpg\" alt=\"how to tile\" class=\"wp-image-13117\" width=\"139\" height=\"140\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-Stepladder.jpg 462w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-Stepladder-297x300.jpg 297w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-Stepladder-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 139px) 100vw, 139px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>STEPLADDER<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is a<strong>&nbsp;vertical brick bond<\/strong>, used to help create an illusion of height in a room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This design has grown in popularity when laying large format tile, however it is still used for small format tiles as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-herringbone-e1618398040627.jpg\" alt=\"how to tile\" class=\"wp-image-13123\" width=\"149\" height=\"146\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-herringbone-e1618398040627.jpg 462w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-herringbone-e1618398040627-300x294.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 149px) 100vw, 149px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>HERRINGBONE<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Herringbone is quickly becoming a pattern that everyone demands in their new renovations. This classy pattern is an arrangement of rectangles, one cut tile laid facing one direction and the second tile laid pointing in the opposite direction in a&nbsp;<strong>45-degree angled V shape<\/strong>. This is a particularly tricky pattern to accomplish, so it\u2019s&nbsp;good to get a professional in if needed, to get this installed to look the best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-diamond.jpg\" alt=\"how to tile\" class=\"wp-image-13135\" width=\"142\" height=\"142\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-diamond.jpg 462w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-diamond-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-diamond-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 142px) 100vw, 142px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>LINEAR<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is a simple design, creating a modern grid pattern by&nbsp;<strong>laying square or rectangular tiles<\/strong>&nbsp;in a straight line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Often the colour of the tile is contrasted to the colour of grout in order to&nbsp;help make the pattern stand out and catch the eye.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-Hexagon.jpg\" alt=\"how to tile\" class=\"wp-image-13165\" width=\"140\" height=\"140\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-Hexagon.jpg 462w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-Hexagon-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-Hexagon-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 140px) 100vw, 140px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>HEXAGON<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Tile patterns give an unusual yet stylish backdrop to the rest of your room decor. This style of pattern is used both for small and large format tiles. With small format tiles,&nbsp;<strong>you could use a hexagonal mosaic sheet<\/strong>, rather than laying them individually. This will both keep the aesthetic of your design, while saving you a lot of time to setup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-Modular.jpg\" alt=\"how to tile\" class=\"wp-image-13159\" width=\"149\" height=\"149\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-Modular.jpg 462w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-Modular-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-Modular-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 149px) 100vw, 149px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>MODULAR<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Patterns are great for creating a unique and interesting design on your walls or floors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using&nbsp;<strong>several different tile sizes<\/strong>, they are slotted together over a repeated pattern to give your design structure, while catching the eye with it\u2019s&nbsp;unique pattern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-Fan.jpg\" alt=\"how to tile\" class=\"wp-image-13153\" width=\"138\" height=\"138\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-Fan.jpg 462w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-Fan-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-Fan-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 138px) 100vw, 138px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>FAN<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Fan or sometimes referred to as&nbsp;<strong>fish scale&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>tiles<\/strong>, are slowly making their way into more modern interiors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The design has a Moroccan feel when laid upside down. They\u2019re&nbsp;an extremely eye-catching design that\u2019ll make your bathroom or kitchen splashback stand out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-Windmill.jpg\" alt=\"how to tile\" class=\"wp-image-13147\" width=\"152\" height=\"152\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-Windmill.jpg 462w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-Windmill-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-Windmill-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 152px) 100vw, 152px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>WINDMILL<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Windmill with the right tile is a great way to make your wall or flooring a focal point of the space. The design is quite simplistic,&nbsp;<strong>using four rectangular tiles to create a square<\/strong>&nbsp;shape with a smaller tile (usually a different colour) placed in the middle. This can be done either using two different tile shapes or worked by cutting down a tile to fit between the rectangular tiles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-Basket-Weave.jpg\" alt=\"how to tile\" class=\"wp-image-13141\" width=\"153\" height=\"153\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-Basket-Weave.jpg 462w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-Basket-Weave-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-Basket-Weave-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 153px) 100vw, 153px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>BASKET WEAVE<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is an incredibly simple laying style but appealing both on the eye and on the tiled room itself. This pattern is achieved by simply&nbsp;<strong>laying three tiles vertically, then three tiles horizontally<\/strong>, then three vertically, then three horizontally and so on. On your next line of tiles, the vertical and horizontal order are switched up to add variation and create this striking pattern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-diamond.jpg\" alt=\"how to tile\" class=\"wp-image-13135\" width=\"157\" height=\"157\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-diamond.jpg 462w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-diamond-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/how-to-tile-diamond-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 157px) 100vw, 157px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>SQUARE &amp; DIAMOND<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For a more rustic and traditional look, stack your square tiles in a grid pattern. 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