The 370z Useless Thread (Coors Lite version)

BanningZ · 03-25-2009, 08:29 PM

just because the nicer homes now do a 12"+ doesn't mean they are better. Unfortunately I don't work with any contractors anymore since we sold the business so I'm doing lots of web searching.

frost · 03-25-2009, 08:31 PM

Integrity problems how? I couldnt imagine integrity problems from the tile itself, just how good of an install you do

You probably know about backer board, and you probably also realize you need to use a quick set poly blended mortar, and only do one tile at a time. Slow and patient.

nogoodname · 03-25-2009, 08:35 PM

also, you need the underlying layer to attach the tiles for strong durability and waterproofing it.

BanningZ · 03-25-2009, 08:36 PM

Yeah I'm using hardie backer this time instead of the traditional cement backer board. I've been told it holds up longer. Got my mortar, sealer, spacers, grout, etc. Should be good.

My fiancee really likes the stuff in Shumby's shower but we are debating the size of it. I say its a 12"x12" she says its a 16"x16". I think the 16"x16" is just too big and would require unnecessary cutting, not to mention the weight on the wall.

Edit: That and I think the difference between the stuff in Shumby's Shower is marble and we are looking at slate or faux slate.

nogoodname · 03-25-2009, 08:37 PM

google "Holmes on homes", he does the bathrooms perfectly...

BanningZ · 03-25-2009, 08:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nogoodname007

also, you need the underlying layer to attach the tiles for strong durability and waterproofing it.

Underlying layer? Do you mean the backerboard?

BanningZ · 03-25-2009, 08:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nogoodname007

google "Holmes on homes", he does the bathrooms perfectly...

Watching videos now! Thanks Nogood! Rep for you! You too frost for your helpful info!

nogoodname · 03-25-2009, 08:40 PM

for the floors, u need something

and for the walls in a shower, you need backer boards plus something else

let me google it for you

nogoodname · 03-25-2009, 08:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BanningZ

Watching videos now! Thanks Nogood! Rep for you! You too frost for your helpful info!

no problem, always here to help another fells or gal out

nogoodname · 03-25-2009, 08:43 PM

the Holmes on homes forum is huge.......lol

The Official Mike Holmes Fan Forum • Index page

nogoodname · 03-25-2009, 08:46 PM

laters everyone

BanningZ, keep me updated on the tile install, i wanna see how you do it.

BanningZ · 03-25-2009, 08:47 PM

Interesting. I looks like their using an almost tar paper kind of layer befor eht ebacker board goes up. i suppose that would make a good moisture barrier underneath the backer board.

BanningZ · 03-25-2009, 08:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nogoodname007

laters everyone

BanningZ, keep me updated on the tile install, i wanna see how you do it.

Will do.

frost · 03-25-2009, 09:51 PM

Back, lappy ran out of battery power and I didn't feel like getting out of bed. I will have to remember holmes on homes.

BanningZ · 03-25-2009, 10:10 PM

^Its pretty full of good info. I've been searching through the forums.

03-25-2009, 08:29 PM	#3196 (permalink)
BanningZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: nowhere Posts: 5,478 Drives: 06' Nismo Frontier Rep Power: 28	just because the nicer homes now do a 12"+ doesn't mean they are better. Unfortunately I don't work with any contractors anymore since we sold the business so I'm doing lots of web searching. __________________ Become a Premium Member: Click HERE MB 06' Nismo VQ40DE

03-25-2009, 08:36 PM	#3199 (permalink)
BanningZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: nowhere Posts: 5,478 Drives: 06' Nismo Frontier Rep Power: 28	Yeah I'm using hardie backer this time instead of the traditional cement backer board. I've been told it holds up longer. Got my mortar, sealer, spacers, grout, etc. Should be good. My fiancee really likes the stuff in Shumby's shower but we are debating the size of it. I say its a 12"x12" she says its a 16"x16". I think the 16"x16" is just too big and would require unnecessary cutting, not to mention the weight on the wall. Edit: That and I think the difference between the stuff in Shumby's Shower is marble and we are looking at slate or faux slate. __________________ Become a Premium Member: Click HERE MB 06' Nismo VQ40DE

03-25-2009, 08:47 PM	#3207 (permalink)
BanningZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: nowhere Posts: 5,478 Drives: 06' Nismo Frontier Rep Power: 28	Interesting. I looks like their using an almost tar paper kind of layer befor eht ebacker board goes up. i suppose that would make a good moisture barrier underneath the backer board. __________________ Become a Premium Member: Click HERE MB 06' Nismo VQ40DE

03-25-2009, 10:10 PM	#3210 (permalink)
BanningZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: nowhere Posts: 5,478 Drives: 06' Nismo Frontier Rep Power: 28	^Its pretty full of good info. I've been searching through the forums. __________________ Become a Premium Member: Click HERE MB 06' Nismo VQ40DE

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frost Retired admin Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Winterfell Posts: 106,613 Drives: Your Wife Crazy Rep Power: 0	Integrity problems how? I couldnt imagine integrity problems from the tile itself, just how good of an install you do You probably know about backer board, and you probably also realize you need to use a quick set poly blended mortar, and only do one tile at a time. Slow and patient.

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nogoodname Lifetime Premium Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Montreal Posts: 22,357 Drives: E46 M3 Rep Power: 1764	also, you need the underlying layer to attach the tiles for strong durability and waterproofing it.

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nogoodname Lifetime Premium Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Montreal Posts: 22,357 Drives: E46 M3 Rep Power: 1764	the Holmes on homes forum is huge.......lol The Official Mike Holmes Fan Forum • Index page

03-25-2009, 08:46 PM	#3206 (permalink)
nogoodname Lifetime Premium Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Montreal Posts: 22,357 Drives: E46 M3 Rep Power: 1764	laters everyone BanningZ, keep me updated on the tile install, i wanna see how you do it.

03-25-2009, 09:51 PM	#3209 (permalink)
frost Retired admin Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Winterfell Posts: 106,613 Drives: Your Wife Crazy Rep Power: 0	Back, lappy ran out of battery power and I didn't feel like getting out of bed. I will have to remember holmes on homes.