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7 mistakes to avoid when installing tiles

7 Mistakes to Avoid When Installing Tiles

When starting a new DIY floor project, you need to take a lot of small details into consideration. In the process of planning out the perfect layout, you might miss something and then have to go back and reconstruct an already finished project. So you might as well be prepared with learning all the common mistakes that people make before, during and after installation. We have selected the key aspects to keep in mind while getting ready for this important project. 
bathroom renovation cost

Cost Of Installing A New Bathroom in 2024

How much does a new bathroom cost to install in 2024? Could this be the time to think about re-modelling your bathroom ? As trends change and new p...
slurry primer

What is a Slurry Primer and why it needs to be used with our Outdoor Slabs

UltraScape pro-prime slurry primer is used to provide an exceptional bond between your paving element and UltraScape bedding mortar, and can also ...
How to Install Wall Tiles?

How to Install Wall Tiles?

Coming Soon ! Watch out for our video showing how to create fantastic spaces using our fabulous range of wall and floor tiles. 
differences between ceramic and porcelain tiles

The differences between Ceramic Tiles and Porcelain Tiles

  Although broadly speaking porcelain and ceramic tiles are very similar, it is important that when picking your tile you consider the fundamental ...
What you should know about Large Format tiles?

What you should know about Large Format tiles?

We already talked about how to install standard size floor and wall tiles, but there is another type of tiles you can consider for your renovation and they are large-scale format ones. Otherwise called panels, these tiles come in a size bigger than 40cm on any of their sides. There are some differences in installation of these larger format panels that you should consider when selecting them. We will go through them and give you some practical advice, as well as directions on how to pick the best material large tiles for your project.
How To Install Ceramic Floor Tiles

How To Install Ceramic Floor Tiles

This is the next installment in our tile application series with an accent on floor tiles. Ceramic floor tiles are a more fragile material that requests special attention for a proper installation that lasts a long time. A lot of these techniques can be also used with the installation of porcelain tiles, but it focuses on delicate materials. Before you get into the steps, make sure to prepare and gather everything needed for the basic installation. 
How to Lay Outdoor Tiles on Flat Concrete Surface

How to Lay Outdoor Tiles on Flat Concrete Surface

If you are planning to install your new outdoor tiles yourself, thebigtileco is your perfect partner. A properly thought out installation can last a lifetime, however, it's easy to waste time and money by not preparing and planning your project accordingly. Get yourself ready by investing in the right tools and fixing products and educating yourself about every part of the process. This article will hopefully help guide you through the project step by step and, at the end, you can sit back,enjoy your results and take pride in the finished result.

How to Install Floor Tiles?

How to Install Floor Tiles?

This series of articles will give you the basics on how to prepare for a general floor tile installation. Once you get the steps and know what you need to invest in, you can follow our other specific articles on different types of installations. Creating a solid base for your floors is essential in a successful DIY project. For durable results, you need to plan your steps and follow a verified method, confirmed by many professionals. Consider the following advice and select the right kind of materials for your specific project to get the best results.