I believe that many people have been struggling with the issue of laying tiles for balconies for a long time. Should we pave it or not? Zhong Taojun’s answer is: yes! Why? Let’s take a look. I believe the effect will definitely amaze you and you won’t regret it if you don’t look at the bag!
With or without tiles, from a practical point of view, it is best to tile the balcony. After all, this is a place exposed to the sun and rain. Even if it is sealed, it cannot avoid the sun. Regarding the advantages and precautions of paving tiles on the balcony, let’s take a look below!
1. Advantages of tiled balcony
1. Easy to clean
The balcony is a place with a higher probability of opening windows for ventilation, and there is relatively a lot of dust. It is easier to clean it if you install ceramic tiles. Just wipe it with a wet rag, which is relatively simple and quick.
2. Moisture-proof
Especially in the south, there are more rainy and humid weather, and if clothes are dried for a long time, the moisture will also affect the balcony wall and floor. Moisture and mold are very common, so installing ceramic tiles on the balcony will save you a lot of worry.
3. Beautiful
From the overall aesthetics of the decoration, overall coordination is still necessary. Since the floor has been tiled, it is better to tile it directly to the top, which is more beautiful and generous.
2. Things to note when installing ceramic tiles on the balcony
1. What kind of tiles Suitable for balcony paving
We all know that the balcony is an outdoor extension of the indoor space and will be exposed to the sun, so we must choose suitable balcony tiles to ensure their service life. What kind of tiles are suitable for balconies? There are many answers, such as full-body tiles, polished tiles, and glazed tiles, vitrified tiles, etc., it is quite good to pave the balcony.
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When pasting balcony tiles, try not to touch the tiles with water. Leave 6--8mm gray seams along the vertical and horizontal lines and stick them firmly before filling the seams. It is best not to apply on rainy days to avoid the increase of cement dirt.
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After filling the joints, clean the mortar joints to highlight the three-dimensional effect of the bricks. Wait until the remaining cement on the brick surface turns white (that is, when it is dry but not solidified), then wipe it clean with a dry cloth or sawdust (sawdust), large sand, etc. Surface cement, (be careful not to use a wet cloth), cloth strips, sponges, etc. must be wiped and replaced frequently.
4. Soak in water
Among the precautions for laying ceramic tiles, soaking in water is a very important step. No matter whether the quality of the tiles is good or bad, there will be many tiny gaps, and they have a certain degree of water absorption when used. If they are not soaked in water or are not soaked enough, they will If the tiles are laid directly, the bonding will not be strong, causing problems such as hollowing and falling off of the tiles.
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