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BEDDING METHODS

Some important tips regarding the application of tiles.

Once the surface has been prepared, it is important to follow the correct bedding methods of the tiles in wet adhesive:

• Spread adhesive with the correct notched Pro Max Trowel* to a minimum bedded thickness of 3mm on walls and 5mm on floors.
• Press tiles firmly into wet adhesive with a twisting action. Use a Pro Max Mallet* for large or heavy tiles.
• Occasionally lift a tile to check that full contact is being made between the tile and the adhesive.
• Remove excess adhesive from joints before drying has occurred. Always check on the tile box for minimum grouting joint size, or check with one of our sales assistants.
• "Butt" joins should only be used if tiles have been rectified.
• Please check the Pro Grip* bag for when traffic may be allowed over the application.
  Only tile with tiles if they are dry. (Never soak tiles.)
• Heavier tiles must be bedded in a thicker layer of wet adhesive. For extremely heavy duty or high traffic floor areas, it is recommended to apply a 10mm adhesive bed.
• Never use spot or blob methods.
• Use the Pro Max Wall Trowel* (6mm x 6mm notches at 6mm intervals) for walls.
• Use the Pro Max Floor Trowel* (10mm x 10mm at 6mm intervals) for floors.