Tiling Help Tips and Advice

Cutting ceramic tiles 2

A tile fixing guide showing how to make curved and odd shape cuts in tiles by scoring and using a tile nipper or with a tile cutting jigsaw.

Fixing ceramic tiles 1

A tile fixing guide showing how to spread the adhesive using a notched trowel or spreader and then lay the first tiles against battens and keeping the tiling flat.

Grouting ceramic tiles

A tile fixing guide showing how to grout tiles with a squeegee or grouting tool working and smoothing joints for professional results. With information on cleaning excess grout from tiles.

Setting out tiles 2

A tile fixing guide showing how to set out tiling round kitchens, window and door frames as well as baths and basins. Planning for tile cuts at window edges.

Top 10 Tiling Tips

Our top ten tiling tips offer advice on setting out tiles, mixing adhesive, blending tiles and dealing with wet areas as well as laying tiles, cutting out curved shapes and grouting.

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	Cutting ceramic tiles 1 A tile fixing guide showing how to cut tiles straight by scoring and snapping using a tile cutter and cutting with a tile cutting jig or using a diamond saw.
	Cutting ceramic tiles 2 A tile fixing guide showing how to make curved and odd shape cuts in tiles by scoring and using a tile nipper or with a tile cutting jigsaw.
	Cutting ceramic tiles 3 A tile fixing guide showing how to cut tiles round pipes using a paper template for accurate professional results.
	Fixing ceramic tiles 1 A tile fixing guide showing how to spread the adhesive using a notched trowel or spreader and then lay the first tiles against battens and keeping the tiling flat.
	Fixing ceramic tiles 2 A tile fixing guide showing how to lay tiles round window and door frames as well as a bath, basin or toilet.
	Grouting ceramic tiles A tile fixing guide showing how to grout tiles with a squeegee or grouting tool working and smoothing joints for professional results. With information on cleaning excess grout from tiles.
	Setting out tiles 1 A tile fixing guide showing how to set out tiling. Measuring with tile rod or gauge, fixing battens and marking vertical and horizontal levels.
	Setting out tiles 2 A tile fixing guide showing how to set out tiling round kitchens, window and door frames as well as baths and basins. Planning for tile cuts at window edges.
	Setting out tiles 3 A tile fixing guide showing how to set out tiling for a whole room. Working with levels and grids for perfect tiling round windows, doors and worktops.
	Top 10 Tiling Tips Our top ten tiling tips offer advice on setting out tiles, mixing adhesive, blending tiles and dealing with wet areas as well as laying tiles, cutting out curved shapes and grouting.