Does this tile need to be redone?
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HELP!! Tile job - needs to be re-done?
Comments (9)Update: The tiler did replace all the broken tiles without any fuss - it was his helper who did the tiles and we think its either because we were running short of tiles (having already done the powder room) - we had had a conversation about whether to buy a couple of extra cartons, but he said there'd be enough..he may have thought he was being thrifty making do with what there was, that he may be looked as being wasteful or some such thing? we didn't think he'd use broken ones so we didnt even raise that.. the other possibility is that this tiler works full time for a high end company and is not used to working with Lowes tiles ;) anyway about 5-7 tiles were replaced - now we still see one half-tile, but the grouting is already done...and he says the wall might get damaged in the removal?...See MoreNeed quick opinions, does my tile need to be redone?
Comments (38)I'm so sorry about your reno fatigue--that can be overwhelming sometimes. I would say that whether or not you are up to the delays, etc that are involved w/ redoing the tile is a decision for you and dh to make. However, if choose to have it redone, I would strongly encourage you to reconsider paying out of pocket for more tile. It sounds like you did your homework about this tile, discussed it beforehand w/ the GC, and have had realistic expectations of what is acceptable. This is installer error, thus the burden to pay for a fix *is not on you*. Given your good working relationship w/ the GC, hopefully all will proceed peacefully. And I suspect your dh would be much more amenable to a re-do if there is no cost to y'all. I know mine would be! p.s. It is definitely easier/less labor to remove before grouting. p.p.s. If you do start over, you might want to indicate w/ an arrow on the back of each sheet of tile which way is "up". Although I still don't think that is your responsibility to take care of that, it might facilitate a faster, more successful install ;-)...See MoreWill this corner be okay as is or need to be redone?
Comments (13)"Assuming they tape it properly and then waterproof properly, (and I'll be here to make sure), is this ok or does this need to be redone or is it acceptable to be taped?" Manufacturer recommends boards be installed with not more than a 1/8" gap between boards. That fasteners should be installed every 8". That fasteners on the panel edges should be 1/2" +/- 1/8" from the edge of the board. With that written...the tiler should look at that board and want to correct it. The GC should look at that board and want it corrected before tile goes over it. You've already looked at the board and recognized sumptin' ain't quite right. You want it corrected too. Easiest is to talk it over with the tiler and get assurance that he'll make it right before he starts tiling. If he fixes it at no charge, great. If he adds $100 to the bill to fix it, then that comes out of the GC's pocket, the GC can collect against the drywallers. It's a good reason why drywall crews should not do tile prep work. But that's on the GC. It's the tiler's work going over that work. He can correct the backer board on his own just because he's a good guy. He can correct the work and then charge you for his added work. Or he can walk away until the work he has to follow has been corrected by those that installed it to begin with. A few other options in there as well. Different strokes for different folks depending on work climate, work relationships, scope of work in the contract, mood at the time, etc. Hope it all works out for you....See MoreDoes removing a wall require flooring to be completely redone?
Comments (28)You have a nice floor, it will be sad to have to change it all. I drew tiles on your floor plan just to make it easier to explain. I recommend that you do this exercise: measure the distance I showed on the floor plan. You have to be precise in your measurements like making sure the tape 90 degrees (not 89, not 91) and has the same tension. You do these measurements in the 2 rooms. If they are identical, mark with a masking tape where you took the measurements and have your guy come back and check with him in case he sees other problems. I believe if he says he can do it, he would have to replace all the tiles I marked in the green area and the partial tiles around it. Maybe he will have to go up to the East wall....See More- 5 years ago
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