How Do You Replace Pool Tiles With Thin Set?
The constantly wet environment of a pool has a detrimental effect on the tiles used to line the pool’s surface. Moisture can penetrate beneath the tiles, weakening the bond of the mortar that holds the tiles in place. This can cause the tiles to loosen or fall out entirely. Replacing the tiles can be done effectively though. You can reset the tiles in a new layer of mortar and replace the grout between the old tiles and the replacements. After a few weeks drying time, you can refill the pool and swim with confidence in the quality of the fully repaired tile surface. Empty the pool completely and allow the surface of the tiles to be replaced to dry. Remove the tiles being replaced using a pry bar, or clean the vacant area being tiled. Use a six inch floor scraper to clear the space where the old tiles rested of any mortar residue. Scrape the residue away to the subsurface, removing any remnants of grout as well. Clear away any mortar dust and debris created during the removal process. M
