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Watching this video has confirmed that I will not be tiling my own floor. You made this very clear and straightforward-however, your skillset is not mine. Much respect for the level of detail involved with this work. I will happily pay a professional for my project. Many thanks! Cheers:)
As a retired htg eng, just watched this programme for entertainment, 1st class, learned bundles, tiling for me always a pain, in my own house I always recess radiator tails in wall, saves cutting floor covering materials tiles, carpet etc, no obstructions for skirting installation, vacuum, mops etc, I’m now hooked on your series, as a heating engineer, i am only a handyman Plumber, an aspect I have trouble explaining to folk, look forward to more.
I was always told that you should only scribe once to keep the cut perfectly straight. Admittedly I was training with an expert professional tiler though. It would normally be at huge mansions or hotel lobbies etc. You could barely see which was the cut edge. The wet blade and snap cutter he always used were made by Rubi which are pretty expensive. Since then I’ve tiled many kitchens and bathrooms and this video is pretty much the way I do it. Harder than it looks and correct adhesive for subfloor is vital. Great video as always.
Since taking on a 400 year old welsh farmhouse, there are a about 3 YT professionals who always deliver and you're at the top. Thanks for all your hard work, it is very much appreciated.
Thanks. A good watch. If I may just stick my two penneth in then screwing a batten to the floor where your laser line is helps a lot as you can then just butt the tiles up to the batten without fear of them "crossing the line". Even though we all love to cross the line at times😬
I am a 62 year old grandmother who wants to do her own tiling. I have just been quoted £500 to tile around my bath, so thought I'd do it myself. I found the video fascinating. What is the grid on the floor? You mentioned it at the end... that you had put down hardboard then????. I've subscribed so now need to catch up on the rest of your videos. Thank you for explaining step by step what to do and the tools and methods needed.
Just something I've always done is when grouting, I run the sponge over at an angle so it doesn't take anything out, and a neater finish. keep up with the great work
Being a plumber has changed over the years. There was a time when tiling would never be done by the plumber. But to do a complete job these skills have to learnt. Conversely. Lead flashings, zinc gutters, and that kinda roof work has been given up to the roofing boys. And they are welcome to it. I'm not getting up ladders anymore.
For a novice; this is better than most, so called proffesionals. Well one. As a carpet fitter ( normally, come in after any tiling job ); you fitted the tiles, too far into the door jam. I see 99% of tiles or laminates in the wrong place. If their is a threshold strip fitted, then work up to that ( as long as it is under the door and nothing is being changed afterwards) If a carpet is to be fiited, with a door bar, then this HAS to go under the door; so it is not on show, when the door is closed. NO options. As said; you done a great job and I like the tile things that you used :) Well Don Don
I have zero skills or knowledge however I’ve only ever scored the tile once and always been happy with the results. Always very clean. I do put a fair bit of pressure on.
Discovered this channel as I enrolled for a Level 1 Plumbing & Heating Diploma Course and I think you might've jumped in my top 3 favourite RUclipsrs. Liked and subscribed, thanks.
I've been a tiler for around 17yrs and cannot fault your method at all. Back buttering is a must especially with the tile levelling system which will slightly lift the tile once tightened. Great job!
Yeah 17yrs! What scoring 3 times or using the wet cutter backwards. If it works for him then that's OK by me. I was actually commenting on his method of laying.
I keep my big 10 litre paint tubs for mixing grout, (after washing out 🙄) The square edge of the tub makes mixing easier, the handle is nice! The snap on lid stores grout and adhesive in an airtight way once you have finished 😎
@@plumberparts 30cm!! l thought it was 300mm or 12" as my old dad would have said!!! Enjoyed the video, hate tiling walls and floors but hay ho saves getting a tiler in and the money goes in my pocket!!!!
I am not a plumber but a very advanced DIYer and your tip for starting off the hole cutter is really invaluable - Thanks mate!! See you Thursday on the Ale Army
This is great..thanks so much. Will be tiling my bathroom floor shortly and was really, really nervous. Especially as I have to tile a level access shower tray. Anyway, I am still fairly nervous but now I can watch your video throughout. Thanks also for the video about installing the Vitra Comfort toilet and infrared flush. I always learn things and have a laugh too.
I have subscribed to your channel few years back and I am still impressed!! I love marmite but I love you more!! Not sure where that comes from !!! ahahaha!!!!
That was absolutely hilarious at the end…Never laughed so much. What a fantastic and informative video, massive appreciation all the way from Northern Ireland (The sunniest part of the UK lol) Subscribed!
lolll watch all the video ,thank you i have to tile my bathroom also ,but the ending of your video was hilarious i laugh my ass off, did not expect the sexy modelling of your tools ,your awesome bro , cheers.
When tiling all walls and floor in bathrooms and toilets, is it common practice to also have a tile skirt board? No skirt board at all or wooden skirt board? Thanks
James love that you call your level the buble 😂 worked with a guy and he had a name for everything, here a few of em so hed say pass us the Gary neville - Level Mike myers - pliers Kier stammer - hammer Box of frogs - Dogs Rats tails - Nails Bertie magoos - screws He was nuts 🤣 And if he needed a wee hed say im nipping for a quick matt le tiss 👍🤣
Why do you lay a membrane if its not a wet room , I have floorboards in my bathroom what is the best thing to lay is it 5mm ply? Lovely job and very helpful
The old standard was minimum of 15mm ply over floorboards, so 18mm ply. Seal the underside and edges and prime the top side. Not compliant to British Standards or TTA any longer but it works and will last for years unless you buy cheap ply from China. Better to use a tile backer board laid on adhesive and screwed down. You can get away with Ditramat if you know what you are doing, but I certainly wouldn't recommend that method for a DIY install.
Question about what areas in a bathroom actually need to be tiled - if i want to avoid the £ of tiling everything, what are the core, basic areas that need to be tiled? Shower, of course, but a free standing bath?
At 9:15 you marked around the waste pipe and two copper pipes, then you marked and cut out the necessary shape. You seemed to get a good smooth semi-circle to fit the waste pipe. Can someone tell me how to get a good cut like this please. I have seen a hand tile saw. Not sure if they work well? Multiple cuts with the electric tile saw will not necessarily give a smooth finish.
Am looking to tile my upstairs bathroom floor, firstly what do I put down on the floor board before adhesive, secondly my shower tray is going on legs do I tile before the installing the tray or after
Great video. Seems you take more care than an actual tiler! 25:58 I notice you say you sponge off the residue 6 or 7 times. My tiler seemingly didn’t do this and there’s a white dusty residue everywhere on the walls that won’t come off despite me washing it down several times over the last year. It doesn’t look too bad but I can see it and it annoys me. Is there anything I can do about that? Thanks man
@@samwilliams3248 I never new it either but diluted white vinegar and a paper towel, 2 or 3 passes and dry off with paper towel works. One of the old boys shown me
Great job. Just 1 question as I'm going to be tiling my bathroom soon. I am going to put down plywood over my wooden floor. (tounge and groove) and it seems you have a material down in this video. What's your best way over wood floor? and how do u stick the paper / damp proof down? Are you using anything special? 😊 Thank you. Dan
Fantastic video, can i ask a Q - if it's a total remodel and you only have 1 toilet in the house is it viable to remove old toilet, tile floor and fit new toilet ontil tiles within 1 day? Cheers 👌🏻
Do you have a video when you prepare the flor ? My concern is that it will move and the tiles will crak . What bord thickness do you recommend? . Thank you for the video .I've went back and I've seen that you have a video. Cheers
I used 6 mm concrete board by knauf over the wooden floorboards .They do a 6 mm for floor 12 mm for wall to replace plasterboard. Glued with fleixble adhesvie to the wooden floor boards and screwed every 6 inches( careful of pipes). Then flexible adhesvie for the tiles. Done ten years ago and not any cracking. It is a great product .
All very nice but no damp membrane? Under floor electric heating? Why isn't the plaster board of the blue type (for bathrooms) steam and lots of condensation?
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Your tiling skills are better than most professional tilers/bathroom fitters 👏👏👌
Watching this video has confirmed that I will not be tiling my own floor. You made this very clear and straightforward-however, your skillset is not mine. Much respect for the level of detail involved with this work. I will happily pay a professional for my project. Many thanks! Cheers:)
“Not a professional tiler”. Proceeds to do an absolutely beautiful tiling job! 💯 Loved watching this!
As a retired htg eng, just watched this programme for entertainment, 1st class, learned bundles, tiling for me always a pain, in my own house I always recess radiator tails in wall, saves cutting floor covering materials tiles, carpet etc, no obstructions for skirting installation, vacuum, mops etc, I’m now hooked on your series, as a heating engineer, i am only a handyman Plumber, an aspect I have trouble explaining to folk, look forward to more.
I was always told that you should only scribe once to keep the cut perfectly straight. Admittedly I was training with an expert professional tiler though. It would normally be at huge mansions or hotel lobbies etc. You could barely see which was the cut edge. The wet blade and snap cutter he always used were made by Rubi which are pretty expensive. Since then I’ve tiled many kitchens and bathrooms and this video is pretty much the way I do it. Harder than it looks and correct adhesive for subfloor is vital. Great video as always.
Since taking on a 400 year old welsh farmhouse, there are a about 3 YT professionals who always deliver and you're at the top. Thanks for all your hard work, it is very much appreciated.
Not tiling anything but couldn’t stop watching! Beautiful job James!
Thanks. A good watch. If I may just stick my two penneth in then screwing a batten to the floor where your laser line is helps a lot as you can then just butt the tiles up to the batten without fear of them "crossing the line". Even though we all love to cross the line at times😬
You're such an amazing guy, don't take people seriously if they say otherwise! Great job!!!!!!!!!
I am a 62 year old grandmother who wants to do her own tiling. I have just been quoted £500 to tile around my bath, so thought I'd do it myself. I found the video fascinating. What is the grid on the floor? You mentioned it at the end... that you had put down hardboard then????. I've subscribed so now need to catch up on the rest of your videos. Thank you for explaining step by step what to do and the tools and methods needed.
It was worth watching just for the dry humping of the tile cutter. Some good tips Jimmy. Have a good weekend.
Bro, I have been watching you for about 2 years now. Thanks for the inspiration.
Cracking job and video 👍 my 5 year old watched it from start to finish with me without changing it to Ben and Holly...you have a gift 😂😂😂👍
Haha! Comment of the day winner right here!
I use a piece of ply with a hole in it for cutting holes in tile. Works well
That’s a good shout!
Same here.
Mother of god ! All these years of getting a wet T shirt I never tried using my wet saw from behind !
You're not the only one. I was like he's using it backwards then thought about the positives of not getting wet through. 😀
Haha! It’s the way forward!
Everyday is a school day, I will be cutting backwards from now on!
I thought the exactly the same thing 🤣🤣
Brilliant. I didn't even notice. Tile job coming up, I shall use this method 👌🏼
so many gems and pieces of wisdom you wouldn't think about on your first big tiling job. Thank you so much
this is one of the best on youtube, please do another bathroom dude!
I love your perfectionism when you're working out your approach to a job. The results speak for themselves......nice one matey.
Thanks
I always line tile plus adhesive bed and mark the architraves. Multi tool the bottom of the architrave off. No fiddly cuts.
Know how to do anything I watch on James videos, but just really like and enjoy his videos!
Just something I've always done is when grouting, I run the sponge over at an angle so it doesn't take anything out, and a neater finish. keep up with the great work
Go diagonally over the tiles. I like the ox spacer system.
Being a plumber has changed over the years. There was a time when tiling would never be done by the plumber. But to do a complete job these skills have to learnt. Conversely. Lead flashings, zinc gutters, and that kinda roof work has been given up to the roofing boys. And they are welcome to it. I'm not getting up ladders anymore.
little tip I use for when I use a pilotless hole saw is to have a larger template made of wood hold the template with one hand drill with the other!
Good shout that, thank you for the tip 👍
For a novice; this is better than most, so called proffesionals. Well one.
As a carpet fitter ( normally, come in after any tiling job ); you fitted the tiles, too far into the door jam.
I see 99% of tiles or laminates in the wrong place.
If their is a threshold strip fitted, then work up to that ( as long as it is under the door and nothing is being changed afterwards)
If a carpet is to be fiited, with a door bar, then this HAS to go under the door; so it is not on show, when the door is closed.
NO options.
As said; you done a great job and I like the tile things that you used :)
Well Don
Don
I have zero skills or knowledge however I’ve only ever scored the tile once and always been happy with the results. Always very clean. I do put a fair bit of pressure on.
Correct...one pass with the cutter only then snap.
Depends what it is made of ceramic will break after one slice porcelain or natural stone/ travertine will need a few more due to being more dense
My man!!!
Some one else who back butters!! Ensures good coverage. Love your videos
this guy is pro. Lots of useful detail!
😂😂😂 You remind me of my husband.. That last few minutes where your advertising your items. Classic had me in stitches.
Maybe not everyones cup of tea, but a true perfectionist, 😁👍
This was really, really informative and I will watch again several times before I start so I get it right.Thank You.
Discovered this channel as I enrolled for a Level 1 Plumbing & Heating Diploma Course and I think you might've jumped in my top 3 favourite RUclipsrs. Liked and subscribed, thanks.
That’s some great tile cuts around pipes and door frames.
Full commitment. My hero.
Liked the video after watching the advert at the end! Made my day 😂
I've been a tiler for around 17yrs and cannot fault your method at all. Back buttering is a must especially with the tile levelling system which will slightly lift the tile once tightened. Great job!
Should you seal your grout with grout sealer? If you don't what will happen?
17 years but you can't fault his misude of the tile cutter?
Yeah 17yrs! What scoring 3 times or using the wet cutter backwards. If it works for him then that's OK by me. I was actually commenting on his method of laying.
@@photosidic2 well said Sid
Never in my life seen and been told to score THREE times 😂
Why not just lay full/half floor tiles from door threshold
The system you used for tiling your bathroom is fantastic with a good planing and careful thinking the result speak her self happy days James.
George would approve of this job mate, he would be proud he taught you so well! ☺
That's my kitchen floor sorted! Top job James. Much appreciate you making this video with all the banter and humour. Brilliant work fella 🙌
Haha man I learn so much and laugh along the way, you sir are a grade A legend! Going through your tools at the end was hilarious. Respect.
I really enjoyed the video. A very interesting approach to tiling, cutting all the tiles beforehand.
I keep my big 10 litre paint tubs for mixing grout, (after washing out 🙄) The square edge of the tub makes mixing easier, the handle is nice! The snap on lid stores grout and adhesive in an airtight way once you have finished 😎
That’s a good call!
@@plumberparts 30cm!! l thought it was 300mm or 12" as my old dad would have said!!! Enjoyed the video, hate tiling walls and floors but hay ho saves getting a tiler in and the money goes in my pocket!!!!
I am not a plumber but a very advanced DIYer and your tip for starting off the hole cutter is really invaluable - Thanks mate!! See you Thursday on the Ale Army
Solid video and great result. 20:24 got me… even my missus was laughing
I love the video, love the personality so funny, awesome
Best way to start me Saturday morning off, Cheers James 👍🏼👍🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Good Saturday morning to you sir and your family
This is great..thanks so much. Will be tiling my bathroom floor shortly and was really, really nervous. Especially as I have to tile a level access shower tray. Anyway, I am still fairly nervous but now I can watch your video throughout. Thanks also for the video about installing the Vitra Comfort toilet and infrared flush. I always learn things and have a laugh too.
Absolutely brilliant!
I have subscribed to your channel few years back and I am still impressed!! I love marmite but I love you more!! Not sure where that comes from !!! ahahaha!!!!
Well done!! Superb use of tools and skills . Tilling isn art I'd rather leave to those that can get the job done properly!!
😂 🤣 😂 🤣 That ending bit was just class 😂😂😂😂
I used a profile gauge last week to cut a 300 quid length of worktop around some heating pipes. You're right, it's a beautiful thing!!
Brilliant. Learnt some good new tip. IF it works for you it can't be wrong!
That was absolutely hilarious at the end…Never laughed so much. What a fantastic and informative video, massive appreciation all the way from Northern Ireland (The sunniest part of the UK lol)
Subscribed!
lolll watch all the video ,thank you i have to tile my bathroom also ,but the ending of your video was hilarious i laugh my ass off, did not expect the sexy modelling of your tools ,your awesome bro , cheers.
Haha! Cheers man.
this guy is fantastic!!
nice work mate. Thank you.
Fantastic video
Some top tips mate , subscribed 👍
The end of the video, hilariously awesome
Nice work
When tiling all walls and floor in bathrooms and toilets, is it common practice to also have a tile skirt board? No skirt board at all or wooden skirt board? Thanks
James love that you call your level the buble 😂 worked with a guy and he had a name for everything, here a few of em so hed say pass us the
Gary neville - Level
Mike myers - pliers
Kier stammer - hammer
Box of frogs - Dogs
Rats tails - Nails
Bertie magoos - screws
He was nuts 🤣
And if he needed a wee hed say im nipping for a quick matt le tiss 👍🤣
hi mate, whats the membrane on the floor before you tile. i assume its for waterproofing
Next James Bond... Many thanks for video couldn't stop laughing at the end. Shaken but not stirred, legend.😂
Ox tile levelling system... Doing wall and Floor... 2mm or 3mm grout gap?
Thanks, great vid
Great video. However I think that the adhesive you used doesn’t need air to cure ?
I did my own bathroom years ago and did a good job, BUT now at 58 I'm going to get a pro in........it's an age thing!
Why do you lay a membrane if its not a wet room , I have floorboards in my bathroom what is the best thing to lay is it 5mm ply? Lovely job and very helpful
The old standard was minimum of 15mm ply over floorboards, so 18mm ply. Seal the underside and edges and prime the top side. Not compliant to British Standards or TTA any longer but it works and will last for years unless you buy cheap ply from China.
Better to use a tile backer board laid on adhesive and screwed down. You can get away with Ditramat if you know what you are doing, but I certainly wouldn't recommend that method for a DIY install.
Question about what areas in a bathroom actually need to be tiled - if i want to avoid the £ of tiling everything, what are the core, basic areas that need to be tiled? Shower, of course, but a free standing bath?
Isnt there a risk of scoring through the undersheet when raking with the grout/adhesive removal tool?
Very useful video for my project. Thx
Always enjoy your videos lots of information top man.
At 9:15 you marked around the waste pipe and two copper pipes, then you marked and cut out the necessary shape. You seemed to get a good smooth semi-circle to fit the waste pipe. Can someone tell me how to get a good cut like this please. I have seen a hand tile saw. Not sure if they work well? Multiple cuts with the electric tile saw will not necessarily give a smooth finish.
Am looking to tile my upstairs bathroom floor, firstly what do I put down on the floor board before adhesive, secondly my shower tray is going on legs do I tile before the installing the tray or after
Brilliant video and a brilliant job 👏👏👏
Great film, some good tips, cheers 🍻, Chris. 👍👍
Great video. Seems you take more care than an actual tiler!
25:58 I notice you say you sponge off the residue 6 or 7 times. My tiler seemingly didn’t do this and there’s a white dusty residue everywhere on the walls that won’t come off despite me washing it down several times over the last year. It doesn’t look too bad but I can see it and it annoys me.
Is there anything I can do about that? Thanks man
Tops will sell a product to help remove the residue
Vitrex grout clean and polish set! Use dry with plenty of elbow grease, works a treat. 👍🏻
@@samwilliams3248 can also use white vinegar diluted
@@ng178jt I'll try this when I'm running low on elbow grease 😅👍🏻
@@samwilliams3248 I never new it either but diluted white vinegar and a paper towel, 2 or 3 passes and dry off with paper towel works. One of the old boys shown me
Get printing that t-shirt! Useful video. Ta
Brilliant tips and advice James, what's next part? Thanks
Great vid. But where did you get that mould tool from 😮
Great job. Just 1 question as I'm going to be tiling my bathroom soon. I am going to put down plywood over my wooden floor. (tounge and groove) and it seems you have a material down in this video. What's your best way over wood floor? and how do u stick the paper / damp proof down? Are you using anything special? 😊 Thank you. Dan
Fantastic video, can i ask a Q - if it's a total remodel and you only have 1 toilet in the house is it viable to remove old toilet, tile floor and fit new toilet ontil tiles within 1 day? Cheers 👌🏻
This is the extra care and attention I'd love to see from a tradesman in my home but in reality time is money
Loved this video! Made me want to go tile a bathroom now😂😬
Great video. What surface are laying the tiles on top of?
There’s a guy on YT called the beaded tiler. I would recommend watching some of his videos for great tips. Great job my man 💪
Do you have a video when you prepare the flor ? My concern is that it will move and the tiles will crak . What bord thickness do you recommend? . Thank you for the video .I've went back and I've seen that you have a video. Cheers
Not sure I can post links but if you Google:
Tiling onto plywood - Topps tiles
Then you’ll get a fairly comprehensive bit of info
I used 6 mm concrete board by knauf over the wooden floorboards .They do a 6 mm for floor 12 mm for wall to replace plasterboard. Glued with fleixble adhesvie to the wooden floor boards and screwed every 6 inches( careful of pipes). Then flexible adhesvie for the tiles. Done ten years ago and not any cracking. It is a great product .
Man what a great job, really useful to watch. Thank you
Hi, I’m about to have a go renovating our own bathroom. Can I ask the purpose of the membrane? Great video.
All very nice but no damp membrane? Under floor electric heating? Why isn't the plaster board of the blue type (for bathrooms) steam and lots of condensation?
Thanks
You're a great raconteur dude🙌 inspirational work 👍
You may not be a tiler but I would pay you handsomely for that attention to detail. So no floor waste drain in your part of the world.
Lovely job James!
Pmsl 😂 great vid, James! Rocking those vests. Hopefully you'll be a PHEX Chelsea.
Really enjoyed watching. I am struggling to find the wall titling video.
Great, just about to have a go myself. Always learn loads. 👍👍
Top man!