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ledgestone tiles in the living room

Anonymous user 23/02/2024 - 3.04 PM

I want to install splitface mosaic ledgestone tiles on the feature wall (2.40m x 6.40m) in my living room. I'm concerned about the tiles weight which is about 30kg/sq.m, wall has old plaster on it which from what I read can hold up to 20kg/sq.m. including adhesive. What my options are? Was thinking about tile backer board, apparently they can carry out up to 50kg. Is it a good idea? If so what's the best way to fix it to the wall and what primer/adhesive can I use on them boards. Sorry for that many questions just never done something like that before and couldn't find enough info on the internet so I thought I ask professionals. Any advice will be much appreciated!

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Julian Sidney Tiling

Rating: 5 out of 5

Harwich

Yes, quite right, a cement board such as hardie backerboard is your best option. If it's a stud wall, find studs and screw to these, if not drill, raw plug and screw

Answered27 August 2016

JJ's Tiling & Decorating

Rating: 5 out of 5

Orpington

My friend did an entire wall of his in his kitchen, looked great. They only no no for me would be tiling onto a painted wall. If it has paint then scratch it up a bit and use a decent primer (not PVA) which you can get from most tile shops. Ardex P51 primer is what i use daily and Mapei Proflex adhesive (cheap in Tile Giant atm. Splitface also looks great when it's had a colour intensifier applied to it. Hope this helps. Cheers, Jel

Answered30 August 2016