| Ceramic Tile Setting |  | Author: John P. Bridge
Publisher: TAB Books Inc
Category: Book
Buy Used: $39.29
Avg. Customer Rating:  8 reviews
Sales Rank: 3278772
Media: Hardcover
Edition: 1st
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 224
ISBN: 0830625739
EAN: 9780830625734
Publication Date: June 1, 1992
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Product Description
Given the high prices that contractors charge for ceramic tile jobs, many homeowners would undoubtedly consider installing it themselves, if they had the proper guidance. Also in the last ten to fifteen years, tile used in new homes is often glued to nothing more than plasterboard. The life expectancy of this type of installation is generally less than two or three years, which means that homeowners must pay to have the tile torn out and redone-an expensive proposition. Now, John P. Bridge comes to the rescue, providing do-it-yourselfers with all of the information they need to complete ceramic tile projects with long lasting, professional results. Bridge begins with a brief discussion of the tools of the trade, materials required, and various types of masonry tile. Readers will then find easy-to-follow instructions for installing floors, tub surrounds, walls, and counter tops. Bridge takes readers step-by-step through the entire process, from surface preparation, layout, and design to setting the tile, grouting, and finishing.
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 Highly recommended February 26, 2005
4 out of 5 found this review helpful
I've never done any tile work and wanted to find out more about it. After reading this book, I feel like I can get started without a lot of confusion. For anyone wanting to learn more about tilework, even if your going to hire it done, this book is a must.
GREAT book on tile setting February 1, 2005
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I am planning a mud-set ceramic tile project and it was suggested that I buy this book. I did and it is a GREAT book; sure wish I had known about it several years ago when I did my first tile project! I recommend it to anyone starting a tile project. It's written in a way that most anyone can understand and the small cost is worth the time and potential mistakes that will be saved.
Comprehensive Help October 5, 2003
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
If you are just starting out, or are wanting to learn more about the tiling do's and don'ts, then this book is for you.As a DIY person, I found the book covered all those little details that other books didn't. And when it comes to tiling, it is all about detail. It is written in a fun informative manner, and is easy to read and follow. If you buy one book only on tiling, this is the one to get.
 Not well written May 31, 2003
4 out of 19 found this review helpful
I purchased this book hoping to get valueable information on the understanding of tile work.In addition to aquire ideas that would benefit me in achieving such goals.This book I found to be poorly written, the examples (pictures)provided were outdated and poorly presented to say the least.
Save your hard earned money, this to me was Not worth the price !!
A Good Guide For Do-It-Yourself Tile Setters October 2, 2001
30 out of 31 found this review helpful
I can't believe this book! I have learned more about tiling in the 3-4 hours it took me to read the book, than in the previous tile projects I have done. Mr. Bridge covers it all. I found the section on laying out a project worth the entire price of the book. By following his layout method, I have saved considerable time. Mr. Bridge uses humor, simple explanations, and a great knowledge of tiling to make a do-it-yourselfer feel comfortable about taking on a large project.I am a Maintenance Superintendent for the largest publicly owned utility in the Nation. I have read way more manuals than I care to think about. Very seldom do I actually learn anything. This book covers not only the very basics, but also some of the more complex projects of tiling. It not only tells you what to do; it also explains why you want to do it. An excellent book I highly recommend to anyone. Just don't ask to borrow my book, BUY your own!
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