How to replace a damaged tile | Tiling tips from Victoria Plum

How to replace a damaged tile
Replacing a single damaged tile is a simple task, and can save you from re-tiling an entire wall.
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Removing tiles is messy and some may shatter during removal.
Use protective eyewear and gloves as well as a dust mask to prevent injury.
The first step is to remove all of the grout from around your damaged tile.
The simplest method is to use a grout rake like this, but you may find a multitool with a grout attachment is much faster.
Check out this video here for some more tips on removing grout.
Depending on how your tile is damaged you may need to drill a hole to get your chisel in.
Use tape to prevent the drill from slipping, then use a pencil chisel to get under the tile.
Take care not to damage the surrounding tiles when removing the damaged one.
Use light but firm taps to start then gradually increase the force until the tile comes away.
With your damaged tile removed, clean off the old tile adhesive underneath.
The surface needs to be as flat as possible so that the new tile sits flush against the surrounding tiles.
Remove any debris and clean the area with a damp sponge.
Once the area is dry, apply some tile adhesive.
Using a notched trowel or spreader, spread the adhesive, creating channels like this.
Press the tile firmly into position, lining the corners up with the surrounding tiles.
You must remove any adhesive that has filled the grout lines before it sets.
And wipe down the whole tile with a damp sponge.
Refer to the manufacturer's instructions for drying times.
Once the adhesive has set, it’s time to apply the grout.
Ready mixed grout is perfect for replacing single tiles like this.
Simply press the grout into the joints using a spreader or grout float.
And then wipe away the excess with the flat edge of your tool.
This grout finishing tool will give you a consistent, smooth grout line.
Then using a damp sponge, wipe away any left over grout.
Once your grout has set, a chalky film will appear over your tiled surface.
To treat this, simply use your damp sponge once more to lift the residue, then buff the tiles with a dry cloth.
You can find most of the tools used in this video on our website.
The hardest part of this fix can be finding a matching tile.
So try to keep any leftover tiles after completing a room just in case you need to replace one in the future.
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