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How to fix my tile mistake?

2 years ago

First time tiler here. Decided to redo my half bathroom while I’m in quarantine. Thought I was doing good job until I got to my last row and saw that my tiles are off and not plumb in the doorway. I messed up and didn’t start at the doorway, so now I’m stuck with an uneven line at the threshold. What are my options to correct this mistake? Would you recommend to replace the threshold? Lift the tiles up and start over ?

Any help would be appreciated!

Thanks!

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Joseph Corlett, LLC

2 years ago

I agree with CTECT. Good on the beginner.

Unfortunately, this is better work than what we see by people masquerading as professionals here.

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millworkman
2 years ago
New wider threshold with a lip to hang over the tile maybe?
Irving Azor
Original Author
2 years ago
Thanks, I'll check the stores today.
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Creative Tile Eastern CT
2 years ago
last modified: 2 years ago
First off I give you credit for planning a full tile in the doorway. Unfortunately because of the printed pattern cutting tile on a angle will exaggerate the problem. If you plan on replacing the carpet. Which I'm guessing your are by the photo. Replace the threshold setting it to a even joint along the tile. it won't show as much on the carpet side. Plus it will be hidden when the door is closed. Other than this issue you did well for a first timer. Everybody starts somewhere and I'm willing to bet you won't make that mistake again:)
Irving Azor
Original Author
2 years ago
@Creative Tile Eastern CT
Thank you! I will never make this mistake again. I do plan on redoing the carpet, I’ll check out new thresholds this weekend. Appreciate the feedback.
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Creative Tile Eastern CT
2 years ago
last modified: 2 years ago
Yes Joe. Sad but true.

Irving don't let it go to your head. You still need to grout:)
Kathi Steele
2 years ago
It looks good! You did a great job for your first time.

I think the threshold will cover the extra space. You really are not off by much.

Do not for get about the extra height needed for the toilet. Do not use a double wax ring. it will fail in the future. Use the appropriate toilet flange extender.
Irving Azor
Original Author
2 years ago
Thank you all. It’s my first time posting on this site, I’ll update with finished pics!
Joy
2 years ago
Creative Tile Eastern CT, you’re a nice man.
Cheryl Smith
2 years ago
I really love that tile. A perfect choice for a small bath. I probably would have started at the door but I'm no professional. I don't see that it should be a problem. A wider threshold or if you are planning on replacing the carpet should take care of it. I would love to see the finished room when you are done. Please share.
Melissa R
2 years ago
couldn't he just use grout to fudge that little bit?
millworkman
2 years ago
Yes, but it would still look like he added to grout to fudge it. He needs a threshold so get one with a thinner lip and cover the edge. No harm no foul and it will hide the even edge completely and no one will be the wiser.
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Patricia Colwell Consulting
2 years ago
I think cut the tiles to fit there and add the threshold and it will honestly not be such a big deal and other than that a good job . I agree with Joseph we have many worse from”pros”

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