2.5m x 1.5m Large Format Tile Advice - Tile Advice

[MandyKD]

Please be aware this is a specialist job, "I just need someone to come and fit them on my wall" isn't the phrase you should be using.

Of course. Hence why I asked whether I needed a specialist tiler. What I meant by that is the person/company that will come to the job will only need to fit the tile to the wall (and what that entails) rather than cutting them as well.

 

[Old Mod]

With respect Mandy, unless an experienced large format installer has surveyed your project, I personally, would be very cautious of your retailers assessment.
The fact the skirting is remaining, is a help, this will need to be removed.
I'm unable to find a format size of 2.5 x 1.5, do you have a link to your product please?

 

[WetSaw]

I'm unable to find a format size of 2.4 x 1.5, do you have a link to your product please?

pssst, it's 2.5 x 1.5....

 

[Old Mod]

pssst, it's 2.5 x 1.5....

Did I mention Paul.......

I not well

Cheers. Can't find that either

 

[WetSaw]

That editing finger is working overtime today Sicknote.

 

[Old Mod]

That editing finger is working overtime today Sicknote.

You know mate.

 

[Italy]

is porcelanosa
height of 2.50.
probably cut to 2.40
Indoor tile / wall / for floors / porcelain stoneware - XLIGHT PREMIUM : LUSH WHITE - URBATEK by PORCELANOSA Grupo - Videos - http://www.archiexpo.com/prod/urbatek-porcelanosa-grupo/product-64994-1764224.html

 

[MandyKD]

With respect Mandy, unless an experienced large format installer has surveyed your project, I personally, would be very cautious of your retailers assessment.
The fact the skirting is remaining, is a help, this will need to be removed.
I'm unable to find a format size of 2.4 x 1.5, do you have a link to your product please?

Ah ok. I appreciate your advice. I have just spoken to the retailer who has assured me that my wall is suitable for these tiles. However you are right in the sense that I should have somebody come in to survey this project.

Who should I go to assess my wall? A structural engineer?

The tiles were originally 3m x 1.5m but I have had them cut down to size to fit the wall between the Suspended Ceiling and skirting.

The tiles are very similar to these-

Introducing Majestic. A new marble-effect porcelain tile from Italy. - https://www.porcelain-tiles.co.uk/range/majestic/?active=0

 

[MandyKD]

@MandyKD

I assume this is also a bookmatched pair, is that correct?

Yes they should be.

 

[MandyKD]

is porcelanosa
height of 2.50.
probably cut to 2.40
Indoor tile / wall / for floors / porcelain stoneware - XLIGHT PREMIUM : LUSH WHITE - URBATEK by PORCELANOSA Grupo - Videos - http://www.archiexpo.com/prod/urbatek-porcelanosa-grupo/product-64994-1764224.html

Ahh sorry the picture I provided was just to give an idea of what tiles I was on about.

It's not the exact picture of what I have ordered. Please see the picture attached of my tiles. Mine are the Glacier 300 x 150 x 0.6.

 

[MandyKD]

Hi do you have an image of either the wall or cut out plans?

Sorry I only have this picture with the template on the wall which you should be able to see faintly.

 

[Old Mod]

Who should I go to assess my wall? A structural engineer?

The tile installer, and only him.
No one else is suitable, one or two exceptions apply.
Is this work part of a remodelling project, or have all works been completed?
Is this wall been specifically prepared to accept the tiles or is just an existing painted wall?

 

[Old Mod]

You mention cut outs, I can't see any on the template, where are they please, and how many?
Do you know the exact dimensions of your space and the exact dimensions to which your pieces are being cut to?

 

[Chris Gibbs]

gonna look amazing though

 

[One Day]

Retailers are only too keen to sell so they tend to be quick to assure customers that everything is ok. Once the tiles are delivered, their interest tends to wane a little!
I'd also suggest getting a confirmed specialist in asap to check conditions.
Marc, if he's available or gary.