How Do You Install Ceramic Tile On Sub Floor?
Ceramic tile is a durable flooring choice that gives you numerous design options. Manufacturers offer so many finishes, colors and shapes, that choosing an attractive ceramic tile floor will not only enhance the room, but make it easy to clean and long-lasting. If you will tile over a sub floor, read on for instructions that will ensure your ceramic tile lasts as long as you need it. Measure the area where you plan to lay ceramic tile, then buy enough cement backer board to cover the area. Backer board is usually sold in 3 by 5 foot sheets at your local home improvement store. Also buy backer board (sometimes called hardy board) screws, which are usually sold beside the backer board. If necessary, cut down any backer board that doesn’t fit by using a jig saw with a carbide blade. Simply draw a line where it needs to be trimmed, and cut it off. Make sure you wear a dust mask and safety glasses, however, before cutting the cement board. Once you have the cement board in place, use the sp
