Bathroom Tile Repair
Tiles are one of the favourite means by which people renovate their bathroom floors. They are easy to clean; functional and easily adaptable to help you create your own bathroom design.
Tiles laid out in geometric patterns are extremely stylish, while laid diagonally, with a splash of contrasting colour, makes for a striking and original look to any bathroom.
Tiles are also extremely durable. However, accidents do occur from time to time and the look of smashed tiles is not something that anybody would willingly put up with for long.
The average homeowner is generally helpless when confronted by the prospect of removing bathroom tiles, yet a few easy steps should put courage into even the faintest heart.
First up is to remove the grouting that surrounds the smashed tile. For this you will need a reasonably good quality utility knife and some grout remover. Be careful, if you drop any of the remover on surrounding tiles you may well have to remove and replace them.
The next step is one that involves a quick prayer. If the tile is old and has been stuck down with glue, it will be tricky to remove. If this is the case, hammer a hole in the tile and chisel around the offending object. Do not be too concerned at causing some damage to the underlay, as this will be covered by the new tile. With any luck you will be able to simply prise away the existing fragments.
Finally, be sure to thoroughly clean any detritus off the floor before slotting the new tile into place, making sure that it lies level with those surrounding it. Leave for a day before completing with a new layer of grouting.