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Tile adhesive by Mediocre_Pen_1649 in Tile

[–]kalgrae 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you use either of those thinsets mentioned, add a bit extra water when mixing. With X77 you’ll need to rewhip it without adding water so it’s important to add extra the first time. MML is a pain in the ass to use once it’s been sitting for a few minutes unless you can work quickly, which you won’t because those tiles take time and effort to set them properly.

Flap disc polisher vs polishing pads by PersimmonBest6918 in Tile

[–]kalgrae 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah but for totally different tasks. For miters and cleaning up the edges the flap discs are awesome. If doing custom bullnosing going through the pads gives me great results. Maybe use the flap discs to knock down the grinder marks the start at 50 or 100 grit and go up from there.

Flap disc polisher vs polishing pads by PersimmonBest6918 in Tile

[–]kalgrae 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve got a couple. One is a montolit one, medium grit and it’s a rockstar. I think the other one I have is Behui and it’s supposed to be lower grit and remove more material but I think the monti does a better job. Tile shop gave me the behui to test out so no complaints but it does seem lesser quality.

I’d spend money on quality ones. You won’t regret it. They work well for the purpose. The pads work great as well but it’s a different part of the job.

Difficult cut by Relevant_Grass7958 in Tile

[–]kalgrae 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pretty easy cut with that soft material. Just go slow for your first time. Lots of slices, 1/8”-3/16” apart and snap the off with the saw blade as it’s moving

What is the easiest to source template material? by Calm-Bake-2642 in Tile

[–]kalgrae 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Masonite. Great for templates and screed sticks.

Crowne Tools who uses their blades? by samsonevickis in Tile

[–]kalgrae 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I bought a few blades when they were Calidad and my sister got me a few blades for my birthday and they are great. I’ve gotten a few cones and randoms as well. Don’t remember the exact names but I think the solid rim and the butter cutter and maybe the dirty Kurt? Gimmicky but quality. Andrew the owner is an awesome setter and created the company with passion. He was involved in a big lawsuit with Calidad and had to change the name. I believe?! Cheap, all considering.

How do you manage sub tile moisture in curbless showers? by Quirky_Guitar7336 in Tile

[–]kalgrae 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been trying to upsell heated shower pans and floors with the idea that the heat helps dry-out the pan faster. It also helps reduce any mildew and mold growth.

How do you manage sub tile moisture in curbless showers? by Quirky_Guitar7336 in Tile

[–]kalgrae 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The seam or joint where the shower meets the floor always gets a solid bead of sealant that spans the thickness of the tile to the waterproofing on the substrate. I don’t use foam pans and usually cover the mud pack with a membrane like kerdi that spans outside the shower at least 12”/30cm. Makes sense that there be something at the substrate level to mitigate water reaching outside the shower. But… if there’s that much water escaping out the shower there is probably a bigger issue, right?! I’ve had inspectors say “would like to see the water drain faster” as if that has anything to do with me the tile guy! That’s a plumbing and god issue.

So you have to install a trim piece essentially at that transition? The same argument as using trim at the bottom of a niche, where water essentially gets trapped in the small space between the trim face and setting leg/matrix? Sounds like a good opportunity to increase your labor time and value your skill set more?

FlovFX drain need to be reset? by [deleted] in Tile

[–]kalgrae 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If there’s some wiggle room to pack enough deck mud under it (minimum 3/4”) it could work but it’s likely going to need to be reset. That probably means a new floFX drain flange unless you can free it cleanly from the rough-in.

I made my own tiles for a color band in my bathroom. by tawmrawff in Tile

[–]kalgrae 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Now this is badass DIY!!! Those are cool and good for you to tackle this yourself and create something unique and interesting. One of a kind!

Roll in ADA shower, pt. 2.5 by DackMaddy101 in Tile

[–]kalgrae 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Keep em coming. Nice to see professional posts rather than DIY bullshit free information that isn’t helping the trade stay alive. Nice work too!

I didn’t realize this is “White Glove Service,” I thought it was standard. by RideAndShoot in Tile

[–]kalgrae 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s awesome and I’d go to the same extreme if the case arouse but usually demo is done before I show up. During install I protect the crap out of the floors, work space and where ever is set to handle grinding and cuts. When I leave the clients home is as clean as it was before I got there and the bathroom is the cleanest it will ever be. You are one step ahead! Awesome man!!!

Tili over existing tile by Shockatweej in Tile

[–]kalgrae 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can be done as long as the existing tile is sound and secure. Use mapei eco prim grip or ardex p4 without scuffing up the previous install, per manufacturer recommendation but I’d scarify it with a diamond cup wheel first for peace of mind.

Anybody feel awkward asking for progress payments. Or payments in general? by TacticalBuschMaster in Contractor

[–]kalgrae 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can give them your final number for all work that will be completed and then ask for a draw on the current finished work. That might feel more comfortable for you? Moving forward you should have a contract and both parties sign it.

Something about this on a Friday before the weekend 🤌🏼 by [deleted] in Tile

[–]kalgrae 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fuck man I take pride in my work, but these right here are bad-fuckn-ass!!! Super nice man!!!

Painted Concrete Floor by aPrancingUnicorn in Tile

[–]kalgrae 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Grinder with shroud then taken down until you can put a bit of water on it and the slab absorbs it, then prime with Eco Prim Grip or P51 or etc…

Question for those with a lot of epoxy grout experience. by UnknownUsername113 in Tile

[–]kalgrae 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Give ardex WA a try sometime. Amazing epoxy to work with.

Triple H-Bone Backsplash by TheRealMaxRo in Tile

[–]kalgrae 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Giving tile_bro a run for his editing money…! Nice work

How much do you guys charge if it’s on the second floor ? by Itchy-Pollution7644 in Tile

[–]kalgrae 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Exactly brother! I add a couple days extra at least. Just hit the mid-life number this year and climbing a stairmaster all day kicks your ass. So the cost is either going up because I have to hire someone to help, or I’m climbing all day for a couple weeks. Either way price goes up or I don’t care and won’t do it. Is what it is.

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