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Discuss splashback prep on plaster walls in the Tile Adhesive, Grout and Substrate Preparation at TilersForums; just redone the kitchen there and am about to tile the splashback. it was plastered about a year and a half ago and just emulsioned so i got the good ...
          
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    just redone the kitchen there and am about to tile the splashback. it was plastered about a year and a half ago and just emulsioned so i got the good ole DA out and sanded the emulsion off back to the plaster.

    my question is do i need to prime the plaster before tiling onto it or can i just wipe it down to get rid of the dust from sanding and go for it? its only small brick effect tiles so low weight. also i was just gony get some unibond tub adhesive from b&q as its handy, would this be ok for the job?

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    Default Re: splashback prep on plaster walls

    I would try and get a better quality make if you can
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    yeah i can no bother. any suggestions? what about the plaster? ok to tile onto or need primed first?

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    Default Re: splashback prep on plaster walls

    Check with the brand you buy, some say prime others say no need.

    Don't over apply to the walls with the adhesive, it could skin over on the surface and make fixing weak
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    yeah i just do a little at a time as im not very experienced/quick. been on the NE tiling course so ive got a good idea what im doin, i just like to be sure, nothing worse than doin a job twice.

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    Default Re: splashback prep on plaster walls

    That unibond stuff from B&Q is expensive and not very nice to work with, if you have a Tile Giant near you then call in and they will help you out with what you need
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    Mapei Keraquick and primer G for me. Just imo

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