Kitchen Ceramic Tile

Posted By admin on June 8, 2010

Kitchen Ceramic Tile

Kitchen Ceramic Tile

Just got new ceramic tile in my kitchen. Should the grout feel smooth like the tile?


When I walk across the floor barefoot, it does not feel smooth like linoleum. Should it?

I feel sorry for you. the grout should be lower than the tile, you should not feel it. But that can be corrected when you re-grout every year.

How difficult would it be for me to lay ceramic tile in the kitchen and bath?


I have never done this before. Is it something I should even attempt?

You should learn how to do it right. Contray to what others say it is not real easy for a first timer without the right tools and knowledge, but the experience can be rewarding if you do it right.

A good place to start your education:

http://www.johnbridge.com/vbulletin/forumdisplay.php?f=1

DO NOT use mastic, or premixed thinset or the cheapo dry thinset!!! Use good quaility thinset. There are several CBU boards and a few membranes you can use for your tile base.

Good Luck

Place Tile Set of 6 Beaded Rectangular Erasable Ceramic Place Card with Vase
Place Tile Set of 6 Beaded Rectangular Erasable Ceramic Place Card with Vase
Sale Price: $35.99
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Description

This items is a must have. Delicate beads are channel set and leave more than enough writing space on this erasable ceramic. Use the bud style vase on the backside when you want to dress it up by adding a flower, feather or greenery. Beaded Rectangle Place Tiles arrive in a beautiful blue gift box for easy gift giving. Dry-erase marker is included to make it easy to write and erase. Size: 2-1/4-inch h by 3-3/4 w. Set of 6. Color: White.

Features

  • Wipe clean/
Place Tile Design Bliss Place Tile, Set of 6 with Pen, White
Place Tile Design Bliss Place Tile, Set of 6 with Pen, White
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Description

Made of erasable ceramic, this 12th century inspired design can be used as name plates or to identify items on your buffet. PlaceTiles arrive in a beautiful blue gift box for easy gift giving and storage. Dry-erase marker is included making it easy to write and erase. Set of 6. Color: White. Size of Each PlaceTile:2-1/4-inch h by 3-3/4-inch w.

Features

  • Set of 6 bliss white place tiles with dry erase pen
  • Ceramic
  • white detail
  • Wipe Clean
Place Tile Design Scroll Menu Tile with Pen, Antique White
Place Tile Design Scroll Menu Tile with Pen, Antique White
List Price: $26.99
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Description

This 6-inch w by 8-inch h erasable ceramic board with antique scroll motif works great for messages, menus, table numbers or guest lists! In an Antique White color, each piece is hand painted and kiln-fired. If you are seeking an Italian or French Country feel, then this is the product for you! Comes in our signature blue gift box with a dry-erase marker. Self-supporting and will stand on its own.

Features

  • Antique white scroll menu tile with dry erase pen
  • Ceramic
  • antique white scroll detail
  • Wipe Clean

Reviews

Just what I wanted

by E. Borden from Paso Robles, CA on 2010-05-12
I purchased this tile menu to replace one that broke. I get a lot of nice comments when I have friends and family over and have the menu written on the tile. I even use it for special diners for my someone special.


Yellow Butterfly Fantasy by Melinda Bradshaw - 12.75
Yellow Butterfly Fantasy by Melinda Bradshaw - 12.75" x 17" Ceramic Tile Mural Kitchen Shower Backsplash
Sale Price: $89.95

Description

This beautiful butterfly tile mural will surely create a stunning focal point in any room of your home! Each of our murals is individually handcrafted and made to order. Shipment is typically within 5 business days from receipt of order. In the event of breakage during shipment, replacement tiles will be promptly shipped at no cost. Any commercially available adhesive for ceramic tile can be used. An un-sanded grout is required. Tiles can be cleaned with any household non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth or sponge. Our murals may also be mounted on a backer board (like Gatorboard) using a high quality silicon caulk, framed, and hung on the wall as other artwork.

Features

  • 12.75" tall x 17" wide Ceramic Tile Mural on 4.25" Architectural Grade Ceramic Tile w/Satin Finish
  • Perfectly suitable for kitchen backsplash, behind a stove, in shower or spa, or other interior space
  • Individually handcrafted and made with highest quality materials and workmanship
  • Fusion Imaging Process imbeds artwork deep into tile surface; waterproof, fade resistant
  • Wide Selection of Artwork - 100% Quality and Satisfaction Guarantee
Mexican Tile - 4x4 San Angel Ceramic Talavera
Mexican Tile - 4x4 San Angel Ceramic Talavera
Sale Price: $1.85
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Description

The San Angel talavera tile can be a perfect complement to decorate a bathroom shower wall, a kitchen backsplash, a fireplace, a stairway, or any other project you have in mind. Each of our Mexican talavera tile is unique and handcrafted. The hand made nature gives it a warm and rustic finish. The tiles are made from clay dug out of the ground and fired to a temperature at which the clay undergoes chemical changes and becomes permanently hard. Then the tile is glazed and decorated by hand, and fired once again to give it its final and lively finish. Its physical characteristics make Mexican tiles particularly attractive and distinctive. Characteristics of Mexican Talavera Tile: 1) All sizes are nominal. Due to the handcrafted nature heir ACTUAL SIZE is approximately 4 1/8 x 4 1/8 in. 2) Handcrafted talavera tiles are not perfectly square. 3) The height and length of a tile may not be the same. 4) Measurements within a tile may vary by as much as 1/8 in. 5) All of our standard Mexican tiles have a 1/4 in. thickness. 6) The tiles are slippery when wet if used as floors. 7) Industry standard recommends to add on 5-10% additional to the tile needed to account for waste, special cuts, or other unforeseen problems. This is particularly important in complex installations. 8) Lot variation in size and color may be present. 9) There is no guarantee that tiles ordered as add-ons will match those from the original orders. This is an inherent characteristic in all ceramic tiles, and particularly in all handcrafted tiles. 10) Talavera tiles are NOT frost proof. SUITABLE TILE USAGE FOR MEXICAN TALAVERA TILE: All residential and commercial wall applications, bathroom walls, light-use countertop, showers, back splashes, fireplaces, counters, and light-use flooring; as accents flooring, or as a border to define an area. Pool chemicals may negatively impact glazes. Not slip resistant. Outdoor use is subject to climate.

Features

  • All our talavera tiles have a red body bisque.
  • Color variation within individual tiles. Crazing effect may be appear before or after installation.
  • Variations in thickness, flatness, size, colors, design, and squareness.
  • Characterized as unique, irregular, functional, and expressive.
  • Our talavera tiles have a 1/4 in. thickness.
Mexican Talavera Tile Ceramic - 4x4 Madrid
Mexican Talavera Tile Ceramic - 4x4 Madrid
Sale Price: $1.85
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Description

The Madrid talavera tile can be a perfect complement to decorate a bathroom shower wall, a kitchen backsplash, a fireplace, a stairway, or any other project you have in mind. Each of our Mexican talavera tile is unique and handcrafted. The hand made nature gives it a warm and rustic finish. The tiles are made from clay dug out of the ground and fired to a temperature at which the clay undergoes chemical changes and becomes permanently hard. Then the tile is glazed and decorated by hand, and fired once again to give it its final and lively finish. Its physical characteristics make Mexican tiles particularly attractive and distinctive. Characteristics of Mexican Talavera Tile: 1) All sizes are nominal. Due to the handcrafted nature heir ACTUAL SIZE is approximately 4 1/8 x 4 1/8 in. 2) Handcrafted talavera tiles are not perfectly square. 3) The height and length of a tile may not be the same. 4) Measurements within a tile may vary by as much as 1/8 in. 5) All of our standard Mexican tiles have a 1/4 in. thickness. 6) The tiles are slippery when wet if used as floors. 7) Industry standard recommends to add on 5-10% additional to the tile needed to account for waste, special cuts, or other unforeseen problems. This is particularly important in complex installations. 8) Lot variation in size and color may be present. 9) There is no guarantee that tiles ordered as add-ons will match those from the original orders. This is an inherent characteristic in all ceramic tiles, and particularly in all handcrafted tiles. 10) Talavera tiles are NOT frost proof. SUITABLE TILE USAGE FOR MEXICAN TALAVERA TILE: All residential and commercial wall applications, bathroom walls, light-use countertop, showers, back splashes, fireplaces, counters, and light-use flooring; as accents flooring, or as a border to define an area. Pool chemicals may negatively impact glazes. Not slip resistant. Outdoor use is subject to climate.

Features

  • All our talavera tiles have a red body bisque.
  • Color variation within individual tiles. Crazing effect may be appear before or after installation.
  • Variations in thickness, flatness, size, colors, design, and squareness.
  • Characterized as unique, irregular, functional, and expressive.
  • Our talavera tiles have a 1/4 in. thickness.
Place Tile Design Fleur de Lis Cheese Tile, Set of 4 with Pen, White
Place Tile Design Fleur de Lis Cheese Tile, Set of 4 with Pen, White
Sale Price: $26.99
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Description

These all white erasable ceramic cheese or food markers with an embossed fleur de lis allow you to describe the food you are serving during cocktail hour or on a buffet. These come as a set of 4 in a lovely blue gift box with a dry-erase marker making them a perfect hostess gift. Each piece is sized 2-3/4-inch h by 1-3/4-inch w. Food and dishwasher safe.

Features

  • Set of 4 white fleur de lis cheese tiles with dry erase pen
  • Ceramic
  • white fleur di lis detail
  • Wipe Clean
Purple - 12 Inch Ceramic Tile
Purple - 12 Inch Ceramic Tile
List Price: $26.99
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Description

Purple Tile is commercial quality. Construction grade, glossy finish tiles are produced from material clays and minerals into exceptionally reliable finished products that can also be used as a decorative pieces also.

Hand Painted Mexican Talavera Ceramic Tile - 4x4 Universe
Hand Painted Mexican Talavera Ceramic Tile - 4x4 Universe
Sale Price: $1.85
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Description

The Universe talavera tile can be a perfect complement to decorate a bathroom shower wall, a kitchen backsplash, a fireplace, a stairway, or any other project you have in mind. Each of our Mexican talavera tile is unique and handcrafted. The hand made nature gives it a warm and rustic finish. The tiles are made from clay dug out of the ground and fired to a temperature at which the clay undergoes chemical changes and becomes permanently hard. Then the tile is glazed and decorated by hand, and fired once again to give it its final and lively finish. Its physical characteristics make Mexican tiles particularly attractive and distinctive. Characteristics of Mexican Talavera Tile: 1) All sizes are nominal. Due to the handcrafted nature heir ACTUAL SIZE is approximately 4 1/8 x 4 1/8 in. 2) Handcrafted talavera tiles are not perfectly square. 3) The height and length of a tile may not be the same. 4) Measurements within a tile may vary by as much as 1/8 in. 5) All of our standard Mexican tiles have a 1/4 in. thickness. 6) The tiles are slippery when wet if used as floors. 7) Industry standard recommends to add on 5-10% additional to the tile needed to account for waste, special cuts, or other unforeseen problems. This is particularly important in complex installations. 8) Lot variation in size and color may be present. 9) There is no guarantee that tiles ordered as add-ons will match those from the original orders. This is an inherent characteristic in all ceramic tiles, and particularly in all handcrafted tiles. 10) Talavera tiles are NOT frost proof. SUITABLE TILE USAGE FOR MEXICAN TALAVERA TILE: All residential and commercial wall applications, bathroom walls, light-use countertop, showers, back splashes, fireplaces, counters, and light-use flooring; as accents flooring, or as a border to define an area. Pool chemicals may negatively impact glazes. Not slip resistant. Outdoor use is subject to climate.

Features

  • All our talavera tiles have a red body bisque.
  • Color variation within individual tiles. Crazing effect may be appear before or after installation.
  • Variations in thickness, flatness, size, colors, design, and squareness.
  • Characterized as unique, irregular, functional, and expressive.
  • Our talavera tiles have a 1/4 in. thickness.
SCUBA Surprise - diver points out star fish and buddy points out the shark! - 6 Inch Ceramic Tile
SCUBA Surprise - diver points out star fish and buddy points out the shark! - 6 Inch Ceramic Tile
List Price: $16.99
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You save: $2.00 (12%)
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Description

SCUBA Surprise - diver points out star fish and buddy points out the shark! Tile is commercial quality. Construction grade, glossy finish tiles are produced from material clays and minerals into exceptionally reliable finished products that can also be used as a decorative pieces also.

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