In shaping the overall style of home decoration, ceramic tiles, the main decorative material, play a vital role. Whether it is on the floor or wall, or in different functional spaces such as living room, bedroom, kitchen, etc., ceramic tiles can be flexibly matched and used by designers. With the improvement of people's quality of life and consumption level, more and more people are gradually paying attention to the decorative effect and spatial experience brought by ceramic tiles. So, how to cleverly use ceramic tiles to further enhance the home space experience? The key is the way the tiles are laid.
Ceramic tiles can create an artistic space with cutting-edge design, and their paving method plays an important role. The depiction and outline of the ceramic tile paving method gives the overall space a simple and smooth three-dimensional sense. Different paving methods can create a multi-level, multi-dimensional, and multi-color spatial layout. Any combination of ceramic tiles of various types, specifications, and thicknesses will Create a unique home space experience.
Next, Zhongtaojun will lead everyone to understand the laying method of ceramic tiles.
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What are the methods of laying ceramic tiles?
As a highly used decorative material, ceramic tiles can be laid in a variety of ways. Common tile paving methods include straight-line paving, I-shaped, herringbone, rhombus diagonal paving, combined type, etc.
Straight-line laying: Straight-line laying of ceramic tiles is a relatively traditional and conservative way of laying ceramic tiles, and it is also used by most people. Straight-line paving is also divided into horizontal paving and vertical paving. They are paved in a parallel manner to the wall edges. The brick seams are aligned and no seams are left. At the same time, the caulking agent is used for grouting treatment that is close to the color of the bricks. This paving method is generous and decent, neat and simple, making the entire home space look fresh and tidy.
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I-shaped: The I-shaped paving method is usually also called staggered paving. It is slightly modified from the straight paving, and the paving pattern is I-shaped. The I-shaped paving method is well-proportioned and has a visual stretching effect. While it is not too monotonous, it also creates a solemn, calm and heavy effect.
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Herringbone: Herringbone paving is when two adjacent rectangular tiles are laid diagonally at a 90-degree angle. One side of one of them is exactly aligned with the middle of the long side of the other, just like the word "人" shape. This is a relatively novel paving method with a strong sense of lines and flexibility.
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Diamond-shaped diagonal paving: Diamond-shaped diagonal paving is carried out at an angle of 45 degrees to the wall. This paving method will make the wall or floor more layered. Visually, the original square bricks will become diamond-shaped. , not too rigid, and the diagonal paving effect is more generous, but it is relatively time-consuming and material-intensive.
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Mixed type: Combined type paving means tiles of different sizes, styles and colors are paved according to a certain combination. Its paving combinations are rich in styles, and the paving effect makes the materials feel more refined and can better enhance the atmosphere of the space. Ancillary products include wave stitching, parquet, etc.
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Do I need to leave gaps when laying ceramic tiles?
From the paving and decoration of the overall home spaceGenerally speaking, dense seam paving and seam paving can also be regarded as two major types of paving methods. Seam-sealed paving and seam-leaving paving are applicable to the common ceramic tile paving methods listed above. Usually before starting decoration, the decoration company or tiler master will confirm with the owner whether the ceramic tile paving will leave seams and how large the seams should be.
Dense seam paving
Tight joint paving refers to a construction method in which no gaps are left as much as possible when laying ceramic tiles, and the edges of the bricks are closely connected to each other. When the gap between two ceramic tiles is less than 0.5mm, it can be considered as close joint paving. In fact, this paving process has appeared as early as the 1990s and is currently widely used in the field of stone. With the emergence of the marble tile category, in order to make marble tiles have a decorative effect comparable to natural stone, many ceramic companies have begun to apply close joint paving in the field of ceramic tiles. At present, ceramic companies such as Jianyi, Dajiulu, Melco, Tongli, Huangjinshidai, and Nengqiang have all introduced the close-seam paving process.
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Leave seams for paving
In order to prevent thermal expansion and contraction of ceramic tiles, a gap of about 1-1.5mm is usually left when laying ceramic tiles. This is called seam-leaving paving. The gap between the ceramic tiles should not be less than 1mm. If there are other requirements, the gap can be appropriately widened. For example, if ceramic tiles need to be seamed, a gap of 2-3mm can be reserved, so that the seaming agent can stay in the gap well and will not fall off easily later.
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When many people in the industry discuss whether to leave seams in ceramic tile paving, they always mention that leaving seams can prevent later problems such as hollowing, cracking, and falling off of ceramic tiles. Although dense seam paving is effective, it requires high process technology. However, in the eyes of many owners, decorating and laying ceramic tiles is the work of professionals such as master bricklayers. What they need to consider is which paving method is more suitable for the home space and which paving method is more practical.
For owners, determining whether to leave gaps in tile paving is best based on overall home style and decoration details such as tile category and tile specifications. For example, if you want to create a seamless home space with marble tiles with continuous patterns, you can choose dense seam paving. Leaving seams will destroy the harmony of the space. If the home space is in European or retro style, use antique bricks, small flower tiles, etc. to create beautiful seams. , the effect is quite outstanding.
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How to choose the tile laying method?
The previous article briefly introduced some rules that should be followed whether to leave seams in ceramic tile paving. In fact, the ceramic tile paving method for home decoration also needs to consider many factors. Combining the common ceramic tile laying methods and the two laying techniques of dense seams and seams, Zhongtaojun summarizes 5 tips for home decoration ceramic tiles, so that you can avoid lightning and easily choose your favorite ceramic tile laying method.
1. Seamless paving is better when used in combination with connected ceramic tiles, antique tiles, terrazzo, etc. The natural original stone texture and material can create a natural "seamless feeling", and straight-line paving is usually used. Way.
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2. I-shaped and herringbone paving methods are more suitable for long strip tiles such as 60×180cm, 20×180cm, 20×120cm, etc. These tiles are mostly wood grain tiles, personalized tiles or cut strips. Shaped ceramic tiles can create personalized designs and a fresh home style. This kind of paving method does not need to pursue the effect of tight seams, and it will be beautiful if the seams are well done.
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3. Antique bricks and small flower tiles are most often laid in a diamond-shaped diagonal at a 45-degree angle to create a lively and vivid design.Suitable for European, Chinese and modern minimalist styles. It is best to decorate a small area locally, because using a large area will give people a trivial feeling and it will not be convenient to clean. In this style, you choose to leave seams for paving, and use the beautiful seams to highlight the design of the tiles, doubling the effect.
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4. Due to the rich paving methods, combined paving can be applied to a variety of home styles and ceramic tile types. Whether it is an American retro space to create a brightly colored space atmosphere or a modern and simple home to enhance the design sense and increase the flexibility of the space, modular paving is a good choice. As for whether tight seams are needed, it depends on the decorative effect.
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5. Large size and long strip ceramic tiles of 600×1200mm or above (600×1200mm, 750×1500mm, 900×1800mm, etc.) are more suitable for dense joint paving, and are more suitable for straight-line paving or I-shaped paving. Create a comfortable and atmospheric space experience.
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(Author: Sitao)
