How To Install Wood Look Tile

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  • Опубликовано: 28 ноя 2024

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  • @lowes
    @lowes  6 лет назад +109

    EDITORS NOTE - The video incorrectly states that tile sealer must be used. You do not need to use tile sealer on porcelain tile.

    • @connor55653
      @connor55653 6 лет назад +1

      CAN YA BRING BACK THE Analise

    • @chriswhitaker2018
      @chriswhitaker2018 6 лет назад

      Lowe's Home Improvement stone rockoutside

    • @kiiiburn
      @kiiiburn 6 лет назад

      My Lowe's tile guy provided a grout sealer to be mixed with the grout before applying. Yes, I have porcelain tile.

    • @FaithyandIvy
      @FaithyandIvy 6 лет назад

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    • @FaithyandIvy
      @FaithyandIvy 6 лет назад

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  • @TONY-nl6yv
    @TONY-nl6yv 7 лет назад +24

    This is the correct way to install . Prep is not over kill this is the way and the correct way to have a long lasting tile job . This is how my company been doing it for 18 years and still going strong no call back perfect installation . Great video. Do it this way you'll never have grout cracking loose tiles . And installing this type of floor always grout seal the tile before grouting let it dry then grout clean then seal your grout .

    • @annettegarcia1950
      @annettegarcia1950 7 лет назад +4

      What if you are installing over a concrete subfloor? And why not just seal the tile and the grout all at the same time?

    • @Kyle9o4
      @Kyle9o4 7 лет назад

      Concrete subfloors don't require an underlayment. they have "crack isolation" products for settling slabs, in which case you can use a membrane or a mesh tape. I've always sealed the tile after everything is grouted, but with more times than not that wood plank has a texture to it which makes it a bit more tasking to clean during the grout process.

    • @barrymcclaughry9229
      @barrymcclaughry9229 6 лет назад +1

      sealed grout still gets dirty. can"t acid clean after sealed

  • @chrislowe357
    @chrislowe357 5 лет назад +6

    i'm researching tile installation as i'm getting ready to install the same size tile in one of my bedrooms. this video is great in that it offers a very thorough overview of the work to be done. that said, there's more to it than what this video covers, but again this is an awesome overview of the work to be done. in my research the most important thing is the prep work. my house is a bit of a "proving ground" for me. i do all my "firsts" on my house and learn from trial and error before i work on someone else's house. i'm very excited about this project. that DITRA in the video is a must in my opinion. its something you never see people doing. they just tile straight to the concrete floor. nope - not me. i want to get it right. i'm definitely using the the DITRA for my project.

  • @Ktonrider
    @Ktonrider 7 лет назад +30

    Doing my living room and dining room starting tomorrow. 400 square feet. It's very hard work and I totally understand why the labor costs so much money

    • @socialdef3
      @socialdef3 5 лет назад +2

      How did it turn out? Worth the work? I am thinking of doing my covered patio with some wood looking tile.

    • @CKT222
      @CKT222 4 года назад +3

      socialdef3 it’s very hard work. I’ve tiled a small bathroom w mosaic tiles which were tricky but the large tiles are very heavy and even the mortar gets heavy digging it out bucket. Very physically taxing and I had help doing 80 square foot.

    • @HP.Customs
      @HP.Customs 3 года назад +11

      3 years later and still not finished.

  • @Maniac742
    @Maniac742 7 лет назад +167

    "Do the tile yourself", they said. "It's easy!", they said.

    • @JanetWilham
      @JanetWilham 6 лет назад +2

      lolllllllllllllll

    • @EldenringPvP645
      @EldenringPvP645 5 лет назад +1

      It is

    • @kellieayungua3646
      @kellieayungua3646 5 лет назад +1

      @@EldenringPvP645 laying tile is not easy

    • @EldenringPvP645
      @EldenringPvP645 5 лет назад +1

      @@kellieayungua3646 uhhhhh yes it is, although you do need experience

    • @OOICU812
      @OOICU812 5 лет назад +16

      @@EldenringPvP645 the same could be said of flying a jumbo jet: it's easy, you just need experience.

  • @ilustrado7291
    @ilustrado7291 8 лет назад +66

    I don't know why I'm watching this, I'm only 8... but the production of these videos are exceptional! Makes it fascinating and enjoyable. Liked!

    • @emptyvessel7
      @emptyvessel7 7 лет назад +9

      Ilustrado 8 decades

    • @noahayles-burry8812
      @noahayles-burry8812 7 лет назад +4

      I don’t know... you seem like you have a 12 year old’s grammar?

    • @beenn15
      @beenn15 6 лет назад +5

      i know right... exceptional? and he apparently cares about 'production'

    • @user-kr8xe7pd9p
      @user-kr8xe7pd9p 5 лет назад +2

      Trust me, this guy is definitely 8. I would know - I went to school with him. I am 8, too.

    • @user-kr8xe7pd9p
      @user-kr8xe7pd9p 5 лет назад

      Hey, man, you can't tell an 8-year-old to shut up. You gotta trust me - we are 8.@James Bowles

  • @Underhills
    @Underhills 7 лет назад +96

    You lost me at 0:14. Think I'll just trim the bushes instead.

    • @JanetWilham
      @JanetWilham 6 лет назад +5

      lolllllllllllllllllllllll

  • @awalden
    @awalden 4 года назад +57

    Thank you! This video convinced me NOT to do this type of installation. It's more than I can handle.

    • @leonotthelion
      @leonotthelion 2 года назад +2

      For real lol!!

    • @sangeetatripathi8579
      @sangeetatripathi8579 Год назад

      Omg! You dumbest, you can get a professional and it will look beautiful and last for decades.

  • @TheGuitarShawn
    @TheGuitarShawn 8 лет назад +18

    Did this through my whole first floor. Worked very similarly, but I used concrete backerboard instead of the thinner membrane. However, I had a terrible time with streaking in the grout. Turns out hand-mixing the grout maintains a much more uniform color.

  • @MCL46
    @MCL46 8 лет назад +296

    Lord bless me with the resources to buy and pay someone else to install my new floor😌

    • @maritzatdolich
      @maritzatdolich 8 лет назад +14

      Chantell Patrick
      I loved your response! Lord help with the resource is right!

    • @jameswmallory6634
      @jameswmallory6634 7 лет назад +9

      Chantell Patrick say a prayer for me to plz lol

    • @JanetWilham
      @JanetWilham 6 лет назад +5

      amen to that.

    • @twoserve2449
      @twoserve2449 6 лет назад +2

      Amen to that sister!! 😊

    • @romella_karmey
      @romella_karmey 5 лет назад +1

      Lol why not work hard to afford a house renovation 😂 you don't need Him to grant your whims. He's not a genie.

  • @No_Sleep789
    @No_Sleep789 7 лет назад +110

    Very professional... can I hire that guy in the video? lol

  • @jakel.1724
    @jakel.1724 7 лет назад +8

    I worked with floor guys for like 4 years. And all we do is use the thin set, to level out. Then just Mortar, tile the grout. Then finished. You do let have to use all this. But it helps longevity past like 6-8 years.

    • @lionintu
      @lionintu 7 лет назад +2

      Nanocean 13 english?

    • @jakel.1724
      @jakel.1724 7 лет назад +8

      Vic da G I guess you don't understand the terminology, what I'm trying to say is.
      You don't need to do any of this. Just get your floor down to concrete. And use mortar. Then grout.
      I remodel houses for a living. All those things are a waste of money

    • @lionintu
      @lionintu 7 лет назад

      I understand you, but in NY where it can gget quite cold Oct - March, something like DRIcore OSB is necessary to raise the floor temperature about 5degrees C. www.lowes.com/pd/DRIcore-7-8-x-2-x-2-OSB-Sheathing/3603370?cm_mmc=SCE_PLA-_-LumberAndBuildingMaterials-_-Osb-_-3603370:DRIcore&CAWELAID=&kpid=3603370&CAGPSPN=pla&store_code=1624&k_clickID=72fe4f55-04cd-43c7-aeab-b7b469cd595f&gclid=CjwKCAjw6ZLOBRALEiwAxzyCWw1Ar-MYhtkCEyWa0HvzYkBC97Ye4r5pTIe597e8osVTVOYDDOEBGRoCwg0QAvD_BwE They didn't use it here, but I intend to keep using.

  • @noahayles-burry8812
    @noahayles-burry8812 7 лет назад +38

    Back in my days we would get a tree trunk and stick it to the floor with our earwax

  • @RyanRBurns
    @RyanRBurns 7 лет назад +408

    step 12: pay someone to do it

  • @smellthewooodcom942
    @smellthewooodcom942 4 года назад +3

    I love that you don't have any crazy music playing in the background.

  • @Leolioness44
    @Leolioness44 6 лет назад +8

    I think you forgot one very important recommendation when taking off old flooring. Especially vinyl flooring it might be a good idea to cover your face with the proper breathing apparatus due to asbestos

  • @yaminkhan9402
    @yaminkhan9402 8 лет назад +12

    hats off to you all guys.... you guys are awesome... thank you for teaching us.

  • @tileslay6543
    @tileslay6543 6 лет назад +4

    I still use this underlayment on concrete every chance I get. It is a crack isolation membrane and allows for the concrete to equalize its moisture with in its self. They surprised me on getting this video pretty acutely. When setting tile it’s 1/4” back and forth movement to lay over the notches and expel the air. And to water proof a room you also tape up onto the walls. I stay away from the silicone idea and leave it blank. Silicone is only good for 7 years and if it hardens it would be the same as hard packing.

  • @PoulenGrimsley
    @PoulenGrimsley 8 лет назад +332

    Yeah I wont be doing all this.

    • @flashhobbies
      @flashhobbies 7 лет назад +2

      Got that right, I thought it installed the same as square ceramic tile. I definitely will not be doing this.

    • @gusgarcia4302
      @gusgarcia4302 7 лет назад +6

      LMAO AT_U we know ,you're black.

    • @PoulenGrimsley
      @PoulenGrimsley 7 лет назад +40

      LMAO GOOD ONE!!! Now, should I be a racist as well and say I know I wont have to worry about you being in this country any longer because old Trumpy is playing catch and release back to mexico?? I''ll keep it classy Gustavo.

    • @tiffanylanier23
      @tiffanylanier23 7 лет назад

      LMAO AT_U Dream phone 📱 for

    • @TheBlackKnowledgeNetwork
      @TheBlackKnowledgeNetwork 7 лет назад +9

      😂 it doesn't look that bad. it looks pretty fun to me, but hey I LOVE learning how to do new things lol

  • @kayliehart4559
    @kayliehart4559 4 года назад +4

    What is the name of the particular tile used in this video? Love that color.

  • @hason0968
    @hason0968 2 года назад +2

    Amazing color ! What is the name of the particular tile used in this video?

  • @baseballnerd4139
    @baseballnerd4139 7 лет назад +15

    I learned I will be contracting this out to a professional.

    • @lowes
      @lowes  7 лет назад +1

      That counts, TitanBassMan. Be sure to check out lowes.com/install for help getting the job done.

    • @merlynversola1537
      @merlynversola1537 5 лет назад

      Peppapig

  • @HarryLopez82
    @HarryLopez82 3 года назад +1

    What is best material that won't pop up or break

  • @aimeelewis4594
    @aimeelewis4594 6 лет назад +2

    What is the brand and color of the tile used in the video?

  • @tombomombodombo
    @tombomombodombo 7 лет назад +9

    You guys make it look too easy!

  • @wigginender7241
    @wigginender7241 8 лет назад +43

    hairspray on the caulkline is boss lvl tip 😂😂

    • @godbluffvdgg
      @godbluffvdgg 7 лет назад +5

      I've snapped about 20 miles of lines in 30 years in construction...If you're moving around so much that you wipe your lines, you need red chalk or need to know when to put down the chalk...

    • @williamtowle30
      @williamtowle30 6 лет назад +6

      Caulk lines haha
      You mean chalk lines bruh

  • @mrg2817
    @mrg2817 8 месяцев назад +1

    Is there a short cut?

  • @constrictor027
    @constrictor027 5 лет назад

    I’ve done two tile jobs, one Saltillo through living room, entry hall and guest bath. Did one porcelain square tiles living room, hallway, and bath. I did a shower on my previous home. This is the first for rectangular tile. I’m just getting an idea of how to start. I did a couple laminate wood floors in the bedrooms but forgot to stagger. They’re small rooms so they don’t look bad.

  • @edwinfndz
    @edwinfndz 3 года назад +3

    The only thing this video showed me is that I shouldn't complain nor question why someone charges me whatever they charge me whatever number they say. They deserve their fair pay.

  • @lucianaraimondi3580
    @lucianaraimondi3580 6 лет назад +40

    first you’re gonna wanna use a high quality liquid magma and place it in perfect 27.5 degree angles spacing each line out 5.7 centimeters from each other and then youre gonna wanna find an elderly woman named Deborah and lay her knitted baby quilts along the surface

    • @romella_karmey
      @romella_karmey 5 лет назад +1

      Oh please no maths for my fragile brain cells. That's why I'm a cartoon artist 😂😂😂

    • @luisgarese9916
      @luisgarese9916 5 лет назад

      Lo Chalchaleros

  • @Honeybee-cy9gc
    @Honeybee-cy9gc 3 года назад

    Do you recommend this floor type for a bedroom?

  • @poodlestix
    @poodlestix 6 лет назад +1

    How/where do you start laying the tiles? How about the second row? Is there a minimum width of a tile at the end? They just kind of glanced over that info.

  • @TurkeyDart
    @TurkeyDart 4 года назад +2

    What is the actual model/color tile in this video?

  • @lebogangmompati440
    @lebogangmompati440 Год назад

    I really learned more from you good job indeed.I want to know that Metal you used on the doorway I need a name

  • @Takadecor
    @Takadecor 11 месяцев назад +1

    good

  • @GessicaPimentelGlenni
    @GessicaPimentelGlenni 2 года назад

    How long it takes all this process

  • @65971
    @65971 6 лет назад +17

    Im super glad theres no diy in title... because nobody in their right mind would do this.

  • @tdabney0242
    @tdabney0242 6 лет назад

    Please make a memory of. Jimmy Johnsons Lowe’s nascar he’s my hero and I love y’alls products

  • @LubaLuba1
    @LubaLuba1 4 года назад

    I have a question I am about to use high end vinyl floor planking on a concrete slab the room is like couple feet below grade. Now existing are 9x9 anyway some are missing what would be best way to even floor.

  • @midwestexplorer
    @midwestexplorer 4 года назад +1

    Can you please share a website link for this exact tile.

  • @poshko41
    @poshko41 2 года назад

    Could this be installed on stairs?

  • @HboskO1982
    @HboskO1982 6 лет назад

    its ok to put metal balustrade post direct to this type tile? it wort crack?

  • @theodorebryant2483
    @theodorebryant2483 3 года назад

    What’s the name of the tile used in the video

  • @RobertLeBlancPhoto
    @RobertLeBlancPhoto 4 года назад

    What's the thinnest grout line that can be used with these tiles?

  • @antonios4926
    @antonios4926 5 лет назад +1

    Thanks for the video. If you have a concrete floor do you still need to put down the membrane/plastic sheet?

    • @benjaminlyons5261
      @benjaminlyons5261 5 лет назад +1

      No you can apply thin set directly to the floor

    • @antonios4926
      @antonios4926 5 лет назад

      @@benjaminlyons5261 Many thanks for the reply.

  • @riz_8389
    @riz_8389 6 лет назад

    Why is this video soo good?

  • @pearlynx
    @pearlynx 6 лет назад +2

    I like the tile in the video a lot, what brand/shade is it?

  • @dallas69
    @dallas69 4 года назад

    Help What is the orange layer mat. A few years ago Lowes just removed the laminate to concrete slab and thin set the tile to slab. Now is the orange layer mat required or is it necessary. Seems to be a lot of extra work..

  • @milashk1099
    @milashk1099 4 года назад

    I never realized its that easy .

  • @tacoloco123
    @tacoloco123 Год назад

    Can someone tell me what tile and color was used in this install!?!?

  • @kimbenson118
    @kimbenson118 5 лет назад

    what about installing on slab foundation? Do you have videos for that?

  • @jamesorr1200
    @jamesorr1200 5 лет назад +1

    Can anyone link to the actual tile used in this video?

  • @wigginender7241
    @wigginender7241 8 лет назад

    repin the dewalt rockwell...one of the greatest tool ever

  • @KikitheBarber
    @KikitheBarber 5 лет назад +1

    How to stagger the tile? How do I start it and the pattern?

  • @chrispatrick12
    @chrispatrick12 11 месяцев назад

    So if the tiles are staggered how do i start in the middle?

  • @jukio02
    @jukio02 2 года назад +1

    Sooo.... hire someone to do it for you. Got it! Thanks.

  • @Tejano_hvac
    @Tejano_hvac Год назад

    Did my whole house easy project 👍 just need a 2nd person

  • @leobarclay7289
    @leobarclay7289 7 лет назад

    what is available to repair grout where it is coming loose from the seams between the tile planks

  • @marlonhernandez8161
    @marlonhernandez8161 Год назад

    What color grout is that ?

  • @robbie9118
    @robbie9118 11 месяцев назад

    I tiled my kitchen in my last house, but didn’t tile under the dishwasher or stove. It looked fine. I did tile under the fridge because it gets moved regularly. Why do you tile under the appliances. I also applied the tile straight to the slab. No issues with cracking. If I am applying straight to the slab, why do I need layers of other materials? I’m probably doing the floors in the house we’re building, so, I need to know the why for these things. I want to do it right.

  • @amberhuntsman5221
    @amberhuntsman5221 4 года назад

    How are we suppsed to scrub off the grout, when were not allowed on the floor for 24 hours.

  • @fredrezfield1629
    @fredrezfield1629 4 месяца назад

    what is the size of this tile shown? width and length please?

    • @lowes
      @lowes  4 месяца назад +1

      Here's what we have available for wood lock tiles: www.lowes.com/search?searchTerm=wood+lock+tiles. The steps from the video will still be the same, but the sizing of the tiles may slightly vary based on which product you choose. You can find the width and length listed under the product specifications for the tiles you like best. Thanks for your question!

  • @Pro1er
    @Pro1er 6 лет назад +1

    That was actually a very good video!

  • @RaineyLX
    @RaineyLX 6 лет назад +3

    and no trees had to die for that floor, 10/10 would install in my kitchen again

  • @allenjones1537
    @allenjones1537 7 лет назад +1

    Are there any pros and cons on using the membrane when installing this flooring directly on concrete?Also, if installing the flooring prior to any baseboards being installed, do you still leave 1/4" gap along the walls for expansion w/o the membrane?

    • @lionintu
      @lionintu 7 лет назад

      Allen Jones u still need the spacing.

    • @hunterholdsclaw2654
      @hunterholdsclaw2654 2 года назад

      No matter what you’ll need a expansion gap for the title so it never buckle due to weather causing the house to expand and shrink but if your titling concrete you usually don’t need that as concrete already has moisture in it so there’s no point. that’s why you use a pre treated sill plates for framing

  • @johnhonest9347
    @johnhonest9347 8 лет назад +6

    that is perfection

  • @Ringele5574
    @Ringele5574 8 лет назад +6

    I'm assuming these membranes and whatnot are only needed for a wood subfloor, and not for a concrete slab.

    • @albanlika6995
      @albanlika6995 7 лет назад

      You can use the membrane on concrete floors or on wood floors that doesn't have to be just on wood tiles you can use it on any tile really the reason why I no this is because I am a tile installer and a private contractor

  • @dormamo6917
    @dormamo6917 7 лет назад

    question: how do you call this new way of method tiling the floor? because in our country we still used the old fashioned way like manually putting cement underneath the tiles.

    • @lowes
      @lowes  7 лет назад

      nobert garcia this is pretty much the standard tile floor installation - maybe the uncoupling membrane is throwing you off? You'll find step by step project details here: low.es/1PzNbJA. Thanks for watching.

  • @EVAproductions
    @EVAproductions 6 лет назад +1

    If you are installing ditra membrane on top of plywood, make sure to screw the base plywood every 6 inches (lots of screws) prior adding ditra, otherwise the humidity will mess with the base and your ditra job will not work.

    • @heidisourwine6635
      @heidisourwine6635 11 месяцев назад

      Can you explain further? I’m a first-timer.

  • @dos32zh
    @dos32zh 7 лет назад +4

    Seems Easy enough.. lol Let's get started

  • @ryanh7550
    @ryanh7550 6 лет назад

    Well I’ll be using this video to help guide me in this diy floor project!

  • @khusnildeo
    @khusnildeo 4 года назад

    why do you seal the tiles and grout?

  • @guachito2rico
    @guachito2rico 8 лет назад +1

    Can you tell me the color and make of tile used in this video?

    • @lowes
      @lowes  8 лет назад

      We used Style Selections Wood Natural floor tile; you can find it on Lowes.com here: low.es/2bM0cRQ or by searching item #576702. Thanks for watching.

  • @glutenfreerecipe
    @glutenfreerecipe 3 года назад

    If you’re installing on top of a cement foundation, do you need all of those layers such as underlayment and wood?

  • @zulikkowalski3547
    @zulikkowalski3547 6 лет назад

    Do you take the cabinets out?

  • @albertotero9335
    @albertotero9335 8 лет назад +1

    what off set did you use in the installation of this tile? I've been reading on this, and every thing says to use a 1/3 off set? but in this video is not really in any kind of set pattern.

    • @lowes
      @lowes  8 лет назад +2

      Hi, Albert. Manufacturer recommends 33% offset maximum for this type of tile. Might be tough to see in the video but that's what we used. Thanks for watching.

    • @davishernandez4938
      @davishernandez4938 6 лет назад

      Lowe's don't lie that was all random

  • @Enoch8283
    @Enoch8283 6 лет назад +1

    Beautiful and informative. Thank you

  • @aerobee58
    @aerobee58 7 лет назад +11

    Do not use the "L" word Level. Use the "F" word Flat.

  • @Vutha962
    @Vutha962 8 лет назад +2

    OMG THANK YOU FOR SHARING >>>> APPRECIATE IT

  • @lizalvarez1115
    @lizalvarez1115 5 лет назад

    I had these same floors installed in our house last month. Can someone tell me what can I use to clean ? Also, the floors are kind of dull color no shine to it is there something I can use to mope with? I did use a sealer

    • @markme4
      @markme4 4 года назад

      You may have left too much sealer on your tile causing a dull finish.

    • @ebonystarlet96
      @ebonystarlet96 3 года назад

      What floors are those? I would love these in my house.

  • @stevencarter844
    @stevencarter844 6 лет назад

    this is worth learning about

  • @lizalvarez1115
    @lizalvarez1115 5 лет назад

    Which sealer do you recommend for ceramic? I had the same flooring installed last weekend and I’m not sure which sealer to use? I seen that 511 impregnator sealer changes the color of the grout.

  • @user-wd1lg4dh4c
    @user-wd1lg4dh4c 5 лет назад +2

    Why am i watching this @ 12:42 a.m?? lol

  • @brianbraynen4178
    @brianbraynen4178 5 лет назад

    Is all this needed for concrete subfloor?

  • @BraxtlyTools
    @BraxtlyTools 6 лет назад +2

    Very informative!
    Emmy Braxtly

  • @GulshanGulshan-wh1qj
    @GulshanGulshan-wh1qj 3 года назад

    Thanks

  • @rinabuhawe7203
    @rinabuhawe7203 2 года назад

    I will buy the same as advertised 🙏

  • @dragonmaster7841
    @dragonmaster7841 6 лет назад +3

    There is no tiler in the world that goes through these steps. Guaranteed the just eye everything.

  • @ginnynewman317
    @ginnynewman317 7 лет назад +1

    Ok, think positive thoughts for me...I'm goin' in! 1000sf and all of my first floor. 2 rooms over this 4 day weekend, about 350 sf.

    • @lo_barry_
      @lo_barry_ 7 лет назад

      Ginny Newman if you don't mind me asking, how much did it cost for you to do 1000sf?

    • @ginnynewman317
      @ginnynewman317 7 лет назад +1

      Lauren Helfrich Tile was $2000, the uncoupling membrane was about $1500, mortar and polymer additive ran about $200. Husband and I are doing all the labor, 300sf so far. Slow but saving about $3000 in labor. So worth it to do the project together.

    • @KnitOutTheJams
      @KnitOutTheJams 6 лет назад +1

      How did it turn out Ginny?

    • @absolutemalmaute9592
      @absolutemalmaute9592 4 года назад

      Which mortar did you use for under the membrane, to set your tile, and which grout did you buy? Did you use porcelain or ceramic tiles?

  • @bignick3303
    @bignick3303 4 года назад

    Holy cow. I wish I could do that.

  • @BrBloom
    @BrBloom 5 лет назад +32

    "Replace everything in your kitchen"
    I just wanted to change out my tiles....

  • @lorenajimenez3630
    @lorenajimenez3630 2 года назад +1

    My toxic trait is thinking I can easily do this

  • @ifoam
    @ifoam 8 лет назад +7

    In ten years when I decide I want something else, how do I remove all this from a concrete foundation?

    • @lowes
      @lowes  8 лет назад +9

      Don't worry...with a little elbow grease, you'll be able to remove it! Just chisel out the tile, then use a floor scraper to remove the old thinset. More details here: www.lowes.com/projects/bed-and-bath/prep-tile-floor/project Thanks for watching!

  • @torguy5763
    @torguy5763 3 года назад +2

    Step 1: Become a certified tile installer

  • @1LORENAMONGE
    @1LORENAMONGE 8 лет назад +4

    I want to install this kind of tile in my living room, but it is in the middle of the house, we have to go through it to go to the bedrooms, to the kitchen, to the back door, and the front door. My concern is that I already know it's going to take me several days to finish, and it is going to be a nightmare while in the process, trying no to step on it. Any ideas on how to deal with that with 5 adults and 2 dogs in the house?

    • @lowes
      @lowes  8 лет назад +2

      Based on your description of the layout, would be pretty tricky. If you follow our installation process you would need to allow curing time for the thinset on uncoupling membrane + about 24 hours for mortar to cure after all the tile is down. Thanks for watching.

    • @1LORENAMONGE
      @1LORENAMONGE 8 лет назад

      That's what I thought. Thank you for the prompt answer.

    • @onecrazywheel
      @onecrazywheel 8 лет назад +5

      Can you access those other rooms through any outside windows? ;)

    • @1LORENAMONGE
      @1LORENAMONGE 8 лет назад +5

      Oh, believe me, I thought of that. Unfortunately two rooms can't be accessed via window. lol
      But I think I'm going to do it in parts. Tile one part and wait til it's traffic ready, then the other, then the other. So what if it's not perfect? The tile police is not going to come and get me... will it? =D

    • @elmwoodguy
      @elmwoodguy 8 лет назад +10

      A cheap motel room for two days.

  • @lrmcdaleno3301
    @lrmcdaleno3301 5 лет назад +45

    Ok ,we’re paying someone to do this ... AND We’re MEXICAN !

  • @dieselxdan
    @dieselxdan 8 лет назад +1

    Great video. Thank you

  • @jaymefunny7424
    @jaymefunny7424 3 года назад +1

    Too bad they didnt list links to all the products used in this video!

  • @markr9429
    @markr9429 8 лет назад +1

    Great video.

  • @hikermansteve
    @hikermansteve 6 лет назад

    I hired Lowe's to install my kitchen tile. I can do it but my said I'm too busy. I listened and shouldn't have. The tile setter did not check the floor for level. He did not strike lines. After installing backer board he did not seal the seams. When he installed the tile he did so on one long line rather than working in quadrants. He would drop the tile into the thinset, bang each corner and then the middle with his hand and move on to the next tile. You probably guessed the end result. Every tile in every row was not level as he did not do any checking as he laid the tile. The job is full of exposed edges, low grout lines and tiles not level. I called Lowe's 2 days ago and no response from the installation company. Lowe's tells me they have 48 hours to respond. Unfortunately the only solution here is take up the new tile job and start over again. Sometimes, if you have ANY common sense or skill it pays to do it yourself.