{"id":894,"date":"2024-06-05T14:13:00","date_gmt":"2024-06-05T12:13:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/?p=894"},"modified":"2024-06-13T12:37:30","modified_gmt":"2024-06-13T10:37:30","slug":"preparing-a-wall-for-tiling","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/preparing-a-wall-for-tiling\/","title":{"rendered":"Preparing A Wall For Tiling: Steps and Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Preparing a wall for tiling<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">&nbsp;<\/span>can seem like a very difficult process that&#8217;s almost impossible for someone with little experience. At first glance,<strong> it may look like a meticulous and complicated job<\/strong>. However, knowing the steps that a professional tiler takes will greatly improve your work. <\/span>It will show you how to proceed when figuring out<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW242816663 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW242816663 BCX0\">&nbsp;<span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/how-to-tile\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">how to tile<\/a><\/strong><\/span> a wall<\/span><\/span>.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In this article, we will go over&nbsp;the steps and tips on how to prepare a wall for tiling&nbsp;to make this job much easier.&nbsp;In addition, thanks for <strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><a style=\"color: #ff0000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/catalogue\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">our comprehensive catalogue<\/a><\/span><\/strong>&nbsp;of professional tools, we will provide you with the necessary tools to achieve perfect results.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span id=\"hs-cta-wrapper-76380e76-f381-4fec-819d-7175325ec8ed\" class=\"hs-cta-wrapper\"><span id=\"hs-cta-76380e76-f381-4fec-819d-7175325ec8ed\" class=\"hs-cta-node hs-cta-76380e76-f381-4fec-819d-7175325ec8ed\"><!-- [if lte IE 8]><div id=\"hs-cta-ie-element\"><\/div><![endif]--><a href=\"https:\/\/cta-redirect.hubspot.com\/cta\/redirect\/6786297\/76380e76-f381-4fec-819d-7175325ec8ed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"hs-cta-img-76380e76-f381-4fec-819d-7175325ec8ed\" class=\"hs-cta-img\" style=\"border-width: 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/6786297\/76380e76-f381-4fec-819d-7175325ec8ed.png\" alt=\"* Do you want to get the Leveling Systems 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, '76380e76-f381-4fec-819d-7175325ec8ed', {\"region\":\"na1\"}); <\/script><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/alicatar-una-pared.jpg\" alt=\"preparing a wall for tiling\" class=\"wp-image-900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/alicatar-una-pared.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/alicatar-una-pared-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">6 Steps for preparing a wall for tiling<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Before you start,&nbsp;it\u2019s&nbsp;important to know that, in order to successfully tile a wall, there are some specific steps&nbsp;you need to take in order to achieve the best result. Following our guide will ensure&nbsp;you will easily achieve a professional finish.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW265342251 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW265342251 BCX0\">Here are the steps to follow for preparing a wall for tiling<\/span><\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1. Prepare the surface for <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">tiling<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>T<span data-contrast=\"auto\">he preparation of the wall should be considered as one of,&nbsp;if not the most important, parts. Before&nbsp;you&nbsp;think about&nbsp;the&nbsp;next steps,&nbsp;<\/span><strong>you&nbsp;must first make sure&nbsp;that&nbsp;you&nbsp;have a completely&nbsp;level<\/strong><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>&nbsp;surface<\/strong><\/span>  because tiling an uneven wall can result in complete disaster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To do this, we recommend running a long spirit level along&nbsp;the&nbsp;wall. This is to check that the wall is&nbsp;level. This tool will help you spot irregularities or bumps should any exist. It should be long enough to cover the entire wall&nbsp;you&nbsp;want to tile&nbsp;and ensure that any&nbsp;irregularities are clear to see.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You&nbsp;never&nbsp;want to&nbsp;begin tiling a wall at ground level,&nbsp;as it&#8217;s normal for it to have a little unevenness. <strong>I<\/strong><\/span><strong>t\u2019s&nbsp;always best to start tiling in the centre of the wall,&nbsp;<\/strong><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>adjusting as necessary<\/strong> to avoid needing very&nbsp;thin&nbsp;cuts&nbsp;at the edges. This will make it easier to keep your tile pattern&nbsp;symmetrical.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2. Preparing the adhesive <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It\u2019s&nbsp;worth noting&nbsp;how important it is to choose and apply the right adhesive for the&nbsp;type of tile&nbsp;you&nbsp;are using,<strong> as <\/strong><\/span><strong>different&nbsp;materials&nbsp;will&nbsp;have&nbsp;varying<\/strong><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>&nbsp;absorption, hardness, and size and will require different adhesives<\/strong>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In addition,&nbsp;when&nbsp;it comes to mixing your adhesive,&nbsp;<\/span><strong>it\u2019s&nbsp;very important&nbsp;to read the instructions&nbsp;on the adhesive&nbsp;bags<\/strong><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.&nbsp;There are many different types and brands of adhesive, which all have varied instructions and measurements to achieve the perfect consistency. It\u2019s&nbsp;important to&nbsp;make sure you don\u2019t&nbsp;add too much or too little water to your mix.&nbsp;To easily facilitate&nbsp;the preparation of the adhesive mix, use&nbsp;our&nbsp;<\/span><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #ff0000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/categories\/electric-mixers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">RUBIMIX mixers<\/a><\/strong><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;and&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/sections\/rubber-and-plastic-products\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>buckets<\/b><\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span id=\"hs-cta-wrapper-cb70da46-ecc6-487f-99e0-1a9d87d8bf7c\" class=\"hs-cta-wrapper\"><span id=\"hs-cta-cb70da46-ecc6-487f-99e0-1a9d87d8bf7c\" class=\"hs-cta-node hs-cta-cb70da46-ecc6-487f-99e0-1a9d87d8bf7c\"><!-- [if lte IE 8]><div id=\"hs-cta-ie-element\"><\/div><![endif]--><a href=\"https:\/\/cta-redirect.hubspot.com\/cta\/redirect\/6786297\/cb70da46-ecc6-487f-99e0-1a9d87d8bf7c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"hs-cta-img-cb70da46-ecc6-487f-99e0-1a9d87d8bf7c\" class=\"hs-cta-img alignnone\" style=\"border-width: 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/6786297\/cb70da46-ecc6-487f-99e0-1a9d87d8bf7c.png\" alt=\"preparing a wall for tiling\" width=\"1200\" height=\"191\"><\/a><\/span><script charset=\"utf-8\" src=\"https:\/\/js.hscta.net\/cta\/current.js\"><\/script><script type=\"text\/javascript\"> hbspt.cta.load(6786297, 'cb70da46-ecc6-487f-99e0-1a9d87d8bf7c', {\"region\":\"na1\"}); <\/script><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;3. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Comb the&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">wall<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Once&nbsp;you&nbsp;have prepared&nbsp;the&nbsp;adhesive,&nbsp;spread approximately one square meter on the wall that&#8217;s to be tiled.&nbsp;<\/span><strong>This will&nbsp;help you to confirm the consistency is right and that the adhesive is bonding&nbsp;<\/strong><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>well<\/strong> with the wall&nbsp;before&nbsp;it\u2019s&nbsp;applied further.&nbsp;It is also important to&nbsp;check the brand and type of adhesive&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;using to confirm&nbsp;the&nbsp;<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">pot life<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;of your adhesive mix&nbsp;and how much time you have for optimum performance&nbsp;as this&nbsp;may&nbsp;vary.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Spread the adhesive mix using a notched trowel. <strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/trowel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The size of the notched trowel you choose<\/a><\/span><\/strong> depends on the tile size, the surface being tiled, and the profile on the back of the tile.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Remember that&nbsp;when choosing your trowel,&nbsp;comfort is very important. That is why <strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><a style=\"color: #ff0000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/product\/45o-notched-trowel-rubiflex-open-handle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">we have our RUBIFLEX handles<\/a><\/span><\/strong> with two textures.&nbsp;These are&nbsp;highly ergonomic&nbsp;handle with increased grip.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"418\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/alicatar-pared.png\" alt=\"preparing a wall for tiling\" class=\"wp-image-901\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/alicatar-pared.png 700w, https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/alicatar-pared-300x179.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">4. Lay the first tile&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Once you have&nbsp;<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">combed<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;the area of the wall that&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;going to tile,&nbsp;place the tile on the adhesive.&nbsp;It\u2019s&nbsp;important (particularly with large format tiles) to \u2018back-butter\u2019 your tiles.&nbsp;This means that <strong>you will need to spread a<\/strong><\/span><strong>&nbsp;thin layer of adhesive on the back of the tile&nbsp;<\/strong><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>for better adhesion<\/strong>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">5. Position your levelling system&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At RUBI, we have&nbsp;a number of&nbsp;different levelling systems, such as the&nbsp;<\/span><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><a style=\"color: #ff0000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/product\/delta-level-system\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Delta Level System<\/b><\/a><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, the<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;<span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><a style=\"color: #ff0000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/us\/product\/kit-tile-level-quick\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tile Level Quick<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,&nbsp;and the new&nbsp;<\/span><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><a style=\"color: #ff0000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/product\/cyclone-flat-base\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Cyclone Level System<\/b><\/a><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> that avoid lippage&nbsp;during tile installation.&nbsp;Once&nbsp;you\u2019ve&nbsp;laid your first tile, place&nbsp;the levelling system on each side of the tile that another tile touches.&nbsp;This will ensure that you obtain a completely smooth surface. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As a quick tip, you can confirm this by running a wedge across your tiles.&nbsp;If your wedge&nbsp;doesn\u2019t&nbsp;meet any friction, your tiles are level.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In addition,&nbsp;<\/span><strong>place a cross-spacer&nbsp;<strong>in each corner<\/strong><\/strong> <span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>to make sure you have a perfectly aligned joint<\/strong>.&nbsp;It\u2019s&nbsp;important to do this to ensure you have an even grout line that is both aesthetically pleasing and adheres to British standards.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">6. Remove the air&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Finally, once&nbsp;you\u2019ve&nbsp;placed the first tile&nbsp;and added your levelling systems and spacers, you will have to make sure to remove the air between the wall and the tile. This will ensure a stronger bond and help avoid breakages in the future.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For this part, <strong>we recommend using<\/strong> <span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #ff0000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/product\/tile-beating-block\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">the RUBI tile beating block<\/a><\/strong><\/span>. It has a large surface area, which allows you to remove more&nbsp;air&nbsp;efficiently.&nbsp;Alternatively,&nbsp;you could use our&nbsp;RUBI rubber mallet.&nbsp;However, as this targets more concentrated areas, be careful using it on&nbsp;materials&nbsp;such as porcelain, which could crack.&nbsp;In the event that&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;installing large-format tiles, we have our&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><a style=\"color: #ff0000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rubi.com\/en\/product\/rubi-triller-electric-tamping-system\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">RUBI Triller vibrator<\/a><\/span><\/strong><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. <strong>This tool will ensure that no air remains between the wall and the&nbsp;<\/strong><\/span><strong>tile with very little effort.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Safety precautions and best practices<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Personal protective equipment (PPE)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Wearing the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is important for ensuring safety during tiling projects. Essential PPE includes <strong>safety goggles to protect your eyes from dust and debris, gloves to prevent cuts and irritation from sharp tiles and chemicals, and knee pads to safeguard your knees during prolonged periods of kneeling<\/strong>. Additionally, a dust mask or respirator is useful when cutting tiles or mixing powdered adhesive and grout, as inhaling these particles can cause respiratory issues. Making sure that you are properly equipped with PPE not only protects your health but also allows you to work more efficiently and confidently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Safe handling of tools<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Proper handling of tools is vital to prevent accidents and injuries. Always use tools according to the manufacturer&#8217;s instructions and <strong>be sure they are in good working condition<\/strong>. Regularly check your tools for any signs of wear or damage, <strong>such as frayed electrical cords or dull blades<\/strong>, and replace them as necessary. When using power tools, <strong>make sure to unplug them when they are not in use<\/strong> and store them safely. Keeping your work area organised and free of clutter reduces the risk of trips and falls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Working with hazardous materials<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Tiling often involves working with hazardous materials such as adhesives, grouts, and sealants, which can contain harmful chemicals. Always read the safety data sheets (SDS) provided by manufacturers to understand the risks associated with these products and the recommended safety measures. <strong>Use these materials in well-ventilated areas to avoid inhaling fumes, and wear appropriate PPE such as gloves and masks to protect your skin and respiratory system<\/strong>. In case of spills, clean them up immediately according to the manufacturer&#8217;s guidelines to prevent accidents. 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