In the construction of tile paving, the control of Tile Glue coating thickness is very important, which directly affects the paving effect and project quality.
First of all, understanding the characteristics of Tile Glue is the basis for controlling the coating thickness. Different types of Tile Glue have different performances. Generally speaking, Tile Glue has certain bonding strength and flexibility. If the coating thickness is too thin, it may not provide sufficient bonding force, resulting in hollowing and falling of tiles. If the coating thickness is too thick, on the one hand, it will increase the material cost, and on the other hand, it may cause problems such as uneven shrinkage due to long drying time, which will also affect the paving quality of tiles.
For ordinary specifications of tiles, it is usually recommended that the coating thickness is about 3 to 6 mm. In actual construction, it can be adjusted according to the size, weight and flatness of the tile. If the tile is large in size and heavy in weight, in order to ensure sufficient bonding force, the coating thickness can be appropriately increased, but generally it should not exceed 10 mm. For the case of poor flatness of the base layer, the base layer can be treated first to minimize the height difference and avoid compensating for the unevenness of the base layer by increasing the thickness of Tile Glue.
When controlling the coating thickness, a toothed scraper can be used. Choose a scraper with a suitable pitch according to the size of the tile, and evenly scrape the Tile Glue on the base. The coating thickness can be controlled more accurately by the tooth height and pitch of the scraper. During the scraping process, ensure the fullness and uniformity of the Tile Glue to avoid local thinness or thickness.
At the same time, the construction environment will also affect the coating thickness. In an environment with high temperature and fast drying, the drying speed of Tile Glue will be accelerated. At this time, the coating thickness should not be too thick, so as to avoid the surface drying too fast and the interior not completely drying, resulting in uneven shrinkage. In a humid environment, it should be noted that the curing time of Tile Glue may be extended, and the coating thickness also needs to be reasonably controlled to ensure that it can be fully cured.
In addition, the experience and technical level of the construction personnel are also critical. Skilled construction personnel can accurately control the coating thickness according to the actual situation to ensure the quality of tile paving. During the construction process, the training and management of construction personnel should be strengthened to improve their professional skills and quality awareness.
In short, the thickness of Tile Glue should be reasonably controlled according to factors such as the type, size, weight and base condition of the tiles during construction. By selecting appropriate tools and construction methods, combined with a good construction environment and professional construction personnel, the firmness and flatness of the tile paving can be ensured and the quality of the project can be improved.
