How Do You Replace And Repair Pool Tiles?
This article will describe how to replace and repair pool tile above the water line and also below the water line. Yes, it is possible to stick tiles back on even underwater. Step 1 Hopefully you have saved the tiles that came off or you have enough new ones on hand. Clean them as best you can without breaking them. Get as much of the old cement off the back of the tile as is possible. They can be placed in the dishwasher if you have one. Squirt cigarette lighter fluid (naphtha)on the back to clean any suntan oils off and let them dry without wiping. Step 2 Lay out your tiles close to where they will be installed so you can grasp them quickly. Do not touch the back of the tiles so as to not get finger print oils on them. Once you start applying the 3M 5200 adhesive caulk the task will move along quickly so be prepared. The caulk dries very quickly. Step 3 Follow the directions on the caulk tube to get the flow started. Once you have the material coming out of the nozzle, place a bead a
