How To Finish Tile Floor

Unlike other kinds of flooring material ceramic tile floors are less resilient especially under heavy traffic this is why regular maintenance is necessary for keeping your tile floors on their top condition.

How to finish tile floor.

Finishing your tile edges will make them look more professional and blend your tiles into the rest of the walls. Those specifically made for this purpose have a coved foot at the base. You ll be able to use your new tile floor 24 to 36 hours after the refinishing is completed. Bullnose floor tiles are sometimes available.

Allow 72 hours for the surface to dry and harden. If base tiles are not available in the same style as your field tile you may be able to cut field tile to use as trim. For the best protection finish and seal your ceramic floor tiles using the steps below. Center the tile so it lines up with the last full tile on the floor then press it down.

If you have natural stone or porcelain tiles consider grinding the edges into bullnoses to save you buying trims. The natural accents stone finish will give your tile floor the look of expensive granite or marble at a fraction of the cost of real stone. For a seamless look use bullnose tiles of the same color as the other tiles. Tile is a nice addition to any basement.

The end result will be a bathroom tile floor makeover that you and your friends will rave about. Replace all door edging plates and trim then recaulk the floor edges. Use your trowel to spread thinset mortar on the back of the tile. It protects against moisture and provides a visual contrast to the rest of the house.

Spray the finish surface coat on the tiles in three thin layers. Hold the trowel at a 45 degree angle to the floor and spread the thinset evenly in broad curved strokes then finish with a straight pass which ensures the best adhesion.