Published Thu, 2016/03/24 - 09:27 by user Petyaev Vasily
The technology for making ceramic tiles is discussed (and continues to be discussed) in detail on this site. Information on this topic is combined under the tag Production technology . Video material on the production of ceramic tiles is on the forum in the topic Tile production technology . This entire amount of information will be useful both during the first and subsequent reading.
Criteria for choosing ceramic tiles - frost resistance
Frost resistance is the ability of ceramic tiles to withstand freezing repeatedly in a humid environment at temperatures below zero degrees Celsius. Freezing of non-frost-resistant ceramic tiles can cause cracks and tiles to break off. When using ceramic tiles, the following pattern has been observed: the lower the water absorption, the greater the likelihood that the material is frost-resistant. However, there are highly porous ceramic materials characterized by a high degree of frost resistance. For example, bricks, the water absorption of which is 10-15%. Frost-resistant tiles are necessary for covering surfaces that are exposed to a humid environment and low temperatures.
More detailed material on this topic is presented in the article Frost resistance .
Actually, the essence of the question is, is it possible to learn how to lay tiles yourself, or is it better to take specialized courses? Well, just glue the tiles professionally, and not anyhow...
The main catch in the phrase is to glue tiles professionally . The fact is that there are no criteria for professionalism in laying tiles, or rather, I have not met them. In most cases, the Customer expects to receive a beautiful appearance of the lined surface without defects for 10-15 years. Both a master with and without a diploma can perform such work.
I learned how to lay tiles myself. And now I understand that a master tiler needs:
Correctly evaluate the basis;
Carefully lay out the covering and lay out the tiles;
It is reasonable to choose materials and tools for laying tiles;
In general, understand the technology of facing work;
Understand the care of cladding.
The material on the listed points is presented in the section stages of arranging ceramic cladding . This is where you should start. Next, you will need practice and study of standards and technological maps. Well, write your questions to the forum, we will answer. And they will definitely arise if you start taking action.
Criteria for choosing ceramic tiles - water absorption
To do this, you need to carefully study the material itself. For example, when choosing a tile, it is necessary to take into account its technical characteristics, but also not to forget about the aesthetic and decorative selection criteria.
The beetle is truly a skilled politician, giving a general answer or pointing in the direction. To use such information you will have to “carefully study the material itself.” I'll try to take on some of the work myself. So, one of the important parameters is water absorption .
A high degree of water absorption means that the structure is porous, and a low one (the value approaches zero) indicates the density of the structure. As a rule, the lowest water absorption values correspond to higher tile characteristics such as mechanical strength, hardness, abrasion and chemical resistance (implies unglazed tiles) and frost resistance. At the same time, it is necessary to remember that the structural density is obtained through the use of appropriate raw materials and high firing temperatures, with the formation of a significant part of the liquid phase in the tile mass. This requires significant control over the dimensional characteristics, because There is a risk of varying not the flatness of the surface, but the size of the working size of the tile. For porous tiles this poses virtually no threat.
I need to clad the facade of a two-story building with heavy slabs of light marble. Since the project is “serious” and the budget for construction chemicals allows the use of professional materials, I would like to use the Keracoll product line. I’m familiar with some products (I’ve used them at work), but H40 Eco Marmorex glue remains a mystery. I couldn’t find the video on the Internet; the technical information is presented scatteredly and contradictory. Maybe someone has a selection of information on this product, please share, I’ll remember with a kind word.
Who knows the prices for construction chemicals, please tell me approximately how much the cost of the required materials for Timofey’s ? The messages contain a list of materials and the required quantity. I would like to understand the expected costs.
Preparation of the mixture by an experienced master
I saw how experienced layers mixed tile adhesive. First, add approximately 80% of the total amount of water to the container, then pour out the dry mixture (the entire bag). Next, begin to mix the mixture with a mixer, gradually adding the remaining amount of water. No more dry mixture is added. If the solution requires a technological pause, then wait for it and mix again.
From the conversation I realized that an experienced master determines the exact amount of water during the mixing process “by eye,” so sometimes not all the water is poured out or, on the contrary, excess is added. The guideline for the required amount of water is taken from the technical data sheets for the product.
If you are working with tile adhesive for the first time, i.e. have not used it before, then strictly follow the requirements set out in the technical data sheet.
Kerakoll H40 Eco Marmorex what determines the price?
I saw an adhesive based on white cement Kerakoll H40 Eco Marmorex in the display case of shopping mall KVADRAT. What explains its “high” price: several times more than other manufacturers and 2 times more than other “white” adhesives in the Kerakoll line?
Published Mon, 2014/09/15 - 16:49 by user Petyaev Vasily
Anyone who has worked with this product, please clarify whether it is possible to compact the mass using a manual tamper? To carry out work at home, you don’t want to spend money on electrical equipment, which is shown in the video.
Tile production technology
The technology for making ceramic tiles is discussed (and continues to be discussed) in detail on this site. Information on this topic is combined under the tag Production technology . Video material on the production of ceramic tiles is on the forum in the topic Tile production technology . This entire amount of information will be useful both during the first and subsequent reading.
Well, foam is all right, but cardboard?! Guys, it seems to me that you can just as well leave this gap unfilled (or fill it with air).
Frost resistance is the ability of ceramic tiles to withstand freezing repeatedly in a humid environment at temperatures below zero degrees Celsius. Freezing of non-frost-resistant ceramic tiles can cause cracks and tiles to break off. When using ceramic tiles, the following pattern has been observed: the lower the water absorption, the greater the likelihood that the material is frost-resistant. However, there are highly porous ceramic materials characterized by a high degree of frost resistance. For example, bricks, the water absorption of which is 10-15%. Frost-resistant tiles are necessary for covering surfaces that are exposed to a humid environment and low temperatures.
More detailed material on this topic is presented in the article Frost resistance .
The main catch in the phrase is to glue tiles professionally . The fact is that there are no criteria for professionalism in laying tiles, or rather, I have not met them. In most cases, the Customer expects to receive a beautiful appearance of the lined surface without defects for 10-15 years. Both a master with and without a diploma can perform such work.
I learned how to lay tiles myself. And now I understand that a master tiler needs:
The material on the listed points is presented in the section stages of arranging ceramic cladding . This is where you should start. Next, you will need practice and study of standards and technological maps. Well, write your questions to the forum, we will answer. And they will definitely arise if you start taking action.
The beetle is truly a skilled politician, giving a general answer or pointing in the direction. To use such information you will have to “carefully study the material itself.” I'll try to take on some of the work myself. So, one of the important parameters is water absorption .
A high degree of water absorption means that the structure is porous, and a low one (the value approaches zero) indicates the density of the structure. As a rule, the lowest water absorption values correspond to higher tile characteristics such as mechanical strength, hardness, abrasion and chemical resistance (implies unglazed tiles) and frost resistance. At the same time, it is necessary to remember that the structural density is obtained through the use of appropriate raw materials and high firing temperatures, with the formation of a significant part of the liquid phase in the tile mass. This requires significant control over the dimensional characteristics, because There is a risk of varying not the flatness of the surface, but the size of the working size of the tile. For porous tiles this poses virtually no threat.
I need to clad the facade of a two-story building with heavy slabs of light marble. Since the project is “serious” and the budget for construction chemicals allows the use of professional materials, I would like to use the Keracoll product line. I’m familiar with some products (I’ve used them at work), but H40 Eco Marmorex glue remains a mystery. I couldn’t find the video on the Internet; the technical information is presented scatteredly and contradictory. Maybe someone has a selection of information on this product, please share, I’ll remember with a kind word.
Who knows the prices for construction chemicals, please tell me approximately how much the cost of the required materials for Timofey’s ? The messages contain a list of materials and the required quantity. I would like to understand the expected costs.
I saw how experienced layers mixed tile adhesive. First, add approximately 80% of the total amount of water to the container, then pour out the dry mixture (the entire bag). Next, begin to mix the mixture with a mixer, gradually adding the remaining amount of water. No more dry mixture is added. If the solution requires a technological pause, then wait for it and mix again.
From the conversation I realized that an experienced master determines the exact amount of water during the mixing process “by eye,” so sometimes not all the water is poured out or, on the contrary, excess is added. The guideline for the required amount of water is taken from the technical data sheets for the product.
If you are working with tile adhesive for the first time, i.e. have not used it before, then strictly follow the requirements set out in the technical data sheet.
Ceramic tiles can be classified according to the firing method :
Information about the firing stage of ceramic tiles .
I saw an adhesive based on white cement Kerakoll H40 Eco Marmorex in the display case of shopping mall KVADRAT. What explains its “high” price: several times more than other manufacturers and 2 times more than other “white” adhesives in the Kerakoll line?
Who worked with the data
Anyone who has worked with this product, please clarify whether it is possible to compact the mass using a manual tamper? To carry out work at home, you don’t want to spend money on electrical equipment, which is shown in the video.