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Replacing Floor Tiles From "Bathroom Renovations" episode DBTR-205

Continuing on with the renovation, some of the floor tiles needed to be replaced. So, we got to it!

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	After years with one renter, this apartment bathroom was worn out.
	The classic turn-of-the-century details had lost their luster.
	With a new tin ceiling, and a new pedestal sink...
	this bathroom was updated while retaining the period feel.

Materials:

Tin Ceiling

miter saw
tin snips
hammer
steel nails
construction adhesive
chalk line
measuring tape
2-1/2" deck screws

Sink Replacement

plumber’s putty
pipe wrench
drill
Teflon tape

Floor Tile Replacement

chisel
thin-set
putty knife
sponge

Framing Mirror

tape measure
nail gun
1-1/2" screws
screw gun
wood putty
silicone

Replacing Floor Tiles

1. With a chisel, remove any loose tiles around the focused area (figure A).

2. Remove any debris.

3. Make a small batch of thin-set.

4. Let thin-set sit for about 10 minutes. Then, apply it to the area (figure B).

Figure A

Figure B

5. Back-butter each tile individually (figure C) and place them with a bit of pressure until they are level with the existing tiles (figure D).

Figure C

Figure D

Figure E

6. Wipe excess thin-set off with a wet sponge (figure E).

7. Gently push down the tiles one last time.

RESOURCES :

Tin Ceiling
Product Name: 2'x 4' metal ceiling panel
Model Number: 309, Color: Steel

Product Name: 4' metal ceiling cornice
Model Number: 705, Color: Steel

Product Name: Inside Miters
Model Number: 705, Color: Steel

Product Name: Nails
Model: 1-1/4 cone head, Color: Steel

Brand Name: Prestplate
Manufacturer: AA Abbingdon Affiliates, Inc.
2149 Utica Ave.
Brooklyn, NY 11234
Phone: 1-718-258-8333
Website: www.abbingdon.com
Contact: Sheldon Gruber, President
E-mail: info@abbingdon.com

Pedestal Sink
Product Name: 27" Pedestal Lavatory
Model Number: K-2294-8, Color: White

Product Name: Widespread Lavatory Faucet
Model Number: K-394-4, Finish: Chrome

Devonshire Line Bathroom Accessories
Product Name: 24" double towel bar
Model Number: 10553

Product Name: 18" towel bar
Model Number: 10550

Product Name: Toilet Tissue Holder
Model Number: 10554

Product Name: Glass Shelf
Model Number: 10563

Product Name: Robe Hook
Model Number: 10555

Product Name: Towel Ring
Model Number: 10557

Product Name: Soap Dish
Model Number: 10560

Product Name: Tumbler and Holder
Model Number: 10561

Brand Name: Kohler
Manufacturer: Kohler
444 Highland Dr.
Kohler, WI 53044
Phone: 1-800-4-KOHLER
Website: www.kohler.com
Contact: Deborah Richter
E-mail: Deborah.richter@kohler.com