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What should I do with pieces of scrap ceramic tiles? Save any whole pieces. you may need them in the future
Making Mosaics with Ceramic Tiles
Want to know one of the little-known ceramic til tips? Anyone with a hammer and some glue can use ceramic tiles to make beautiful mosaics as a fun project. Here are a few steps to making a great project for any classroom or weekend with the kids. First, get a few pieces of plywood from a local store. Plywood is great to adhere to and is easy to cut into any shape or size with the right saw. Determine the shape of your mosaic and cut the pattern out of the plywood. Next, find low priced ceramic tiles from the clearance shelf at a floor outlet. You can even use scrap tile from an old project. Choose the colors you will want in your design and start hammering. Try to shatter the tile cleanly to give yourself good pieces to work with. You can buy a pair of tile cutters to make more precise shapes out of your pieces of ceramic tile. Now, draw your design on the piece of plywood, with a pencil. Once your pattern is in place, you can start cutting and placing the right pieces of tile on the pattern. Remember to leave gaps for grout. After you have the layout complete, lift one piece at a time and use a strong glue to adhere each piece in place. Allow the finished design to dry for a few hours before returning to apply the grout. First scrape excess glue away. Then, using a flat but flexible edge, begin filling your grout into the cracks between the pieces of ceramic tile. When you are done, let dry for the recommended time on the grout container. In just a day or two's time, you can have fun creating a new piece of artwork made with your own hands.
Flooring Frequently Asked Questions
How can I stop my Berber carpet from pulling? cut off the yarn at the backing.
What is the best way to clean my berber carpets? have it professionally cleaned every 18 months
Is safety a concern in carpet mills?
Are carpet sales on the rise due to higher cost alternatives? yes.
Can I save more by shopping at a carpet outlet or online? yes. online. that's the way of the future.
What will give me the strongest hold when I install carpet?
What is the best way to cut around corners with ceramic tile? us a wet saw.
How can I get universal gaps between my ceramic floor tiles?
Why do you use a wet saw for cutting ceramic tiles? wet saws cut the tile the best
How can I replace individual pieces of ceramic tile?
Is there a difference between ceramic floor tile and ceramic wall tile?
How do I choose the grout for my ceramic tile floors?
Should I use granite, marble, or ceramic floor tile?
How do I grout my ceramic tiles?
What are differences in textures of ceramic tile?
How can I give my flooring a new look without starting from scratch?
How can I protect my wood flooring?
Can I get samples of tile flooring before I buy? yes, some dealers offer free samples
Should I use paint or an epoxy for my garage flooring?
How can I make my flooring stand out?
How do I paint my garage flooring? with a brush, roller or a paint sprayer
How can I make my tile flooring safer?
Should I hire someone to do my new flooring? yes, it's aways best to hire a professional installer.
How do I epoxy my garage flooring?
Is it difficult to refinish hardwood flooring on my own?
How can I remove scratches from my hardwood floor?
What are the benefits of Bruce hardwood floors? Bruce has the BEST NAME in the Flooring Business.
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How can I replace a single plank in my laminate floors?
How can I reduce the echo from my laminate floors? use a sound blocker pad when it's installed.
Can laminate flooring help with allergies in my house? yes. there's no fuzzing with Laminate.
Are laminate floors a good choice for a baby's nursery? yes.
Should I use indoor outdoor carpet on my patio?
How has outdoor carpet changed over the years?
Should I use outdoor turf carpet for my kids recreational areas?
Are rugs a good way to enhance my existing flooring? yes, they work best with hardwood floors
What materials should I look for in an area rug?
How should I clean my area rugs of value?
How can I make my own braided rug?
What should I look for when buying oriental rugs?
Is the knit of an area rug important?
Where can I find discount carpet installation?
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How can I save on carpet prices without sacrificing the look or feel of my space?
Where can I find wholesale carpet prices? Georgia Carpet Ind.
How do I know what carpet prices are right for vintage carpets?
Is carpet tile a good solution for my child's bedroom?
What tools will I need to install carpet tile? a sharp utility knife.
Are there advantages to using carpet over tile? carpet is warmer in the winter than tile
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What are popular styles of Shaw carpets?
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Where should I get my persian carpet?
Where can I find antique persian carpet?
What are some effective tips for removing vinyl flooring?
How can I best keep my vinyl flooring clean? use the vinyl Manufacture's floor cleaning solution.
Are rolls or tiles better when choosing vinyl flooring? rolls.
How can I fix small peels on my vinyl flooring?
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