Clinker tiles are a material for decoration of the facade made on the basis of burned clay, which has high strength, durability and frost resistance. Now quite often this type of material began to be used during finishing work.
Clinker tiles: Material, types
There are two types of clinker tiles: with a single and double firing.
Tiles with single firing have a strong surface, but at the same time low watering.
Double -firing tiles are distinguished by a more porous structure, which allows them to have a higher level of vapor permeability and waterwork.
They also distinguish between porcelain tiles, which is better to use for facades, and glazed tiles, more often used to decorate the basements, where more water accumulates.
On the back of the tiles there are recesses that are necessary for reliable attachment of tiles to the surface of the wall.
Installation of clinker tiles
The design of the facade using clinker tiles is carried out in several stages:
Surface preparation. It is necessary to level the sen, remove all the irregularities and bugrs. Only a flat surface will provide high -quality tile laying.
Surface marking. It is better to mark the marking with door or window openings
The masonry starts from the base, windows or doors. Masonry is made from top to bottom or bottom up so that cut tiles shift to the basement or cornice. When laying tiles, it is important to thoroughly apply the adhesive composition to the back of the tiles. Glue is applied with a gear spatula. It is also necessary to remember that the glue solution remains wet for 20-30 minutes. During this time, you need to use it.
Each row needs to be checked by level
Next is the grout of the seams. The tile itself does not pass moisture, and poorly wiped seams can skip it and thereby lead to destruction all structures. Therefore, the grout needs to be performed qualitatively
At the final stage, using the brush, you need to remove the dirt from the tiles and leave them to dry. It is important to prevent tiles with water during the first day of contact, as well as protect it for the next 5-7 days from the sun and frost
Despite the high price of tiles, this is a great option for decorating the facade of the house. Installation of clinker tiles is a simple process, but it should be treated with responsibility.
