Yep, today we've been together 27 years! And we're still enjoying working together on our house projects - we have been falling asleep a lot earlier (in the chairs) as we work on this latest project, but..... Today was tiling day! After several nights of dreaming that the walls were tiled in numerous ways, (some good, some not so good) I decided it was time to bite the bullet and get started. I think I had asked every question and researched every issue about tiling showers, tub surrounds and floors that there is, but I was still a bit anxious about the whole thing. Oh well!!! After a moment of panic (and a couple of short cuts (not shortcuts, mind you), Bill was kind enough to run the saw for a while. So, while there are only one and a quarter walls tiled and many more to go, I think we've hit a rhythm that will make things go quicker in the future - at least I hope so!
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Here's a little trick I read about and saw in a video that helps the cuts, when
there is a 90° angle involved, be a bit more precise. Hold the tile firmly at an
angle to the blade to get a cleaner corner cut. Works great!
Thanks to our friend Bob for the use of his tile saw, what a time saver!! |
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Another action shot! We are using 12 x 12" porcelain tiles so I have been
"buttering" the back of the tile to ensure good coverage. It's a little more work,
but I think it will be worth it. The little white circles are tile spacers - who knows
what they did before they were around, but they are great. The tile is medium grey,
but we think it ill work well with the white tub and sinks and maple cabinetry.
Keep your fingers crossed!
The tile in the guest bathroom will be a bit lighter. |
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