How to choose the most suitable material
What solution should I choose for a ramp?
You should always choose anti-slip flooring, with a minimum rating of R10.
Can I use porcelain stoneware as outdoor paving?
Margres has a wide range of outdoor finishes that combine aesthetic and technical demands for this type of application.
How can I drill a hole for concealed cistern toilets?
This is one of the most difficult cuts in any construction work. Whenever possible, you should cut the cistern protection housing to size, apply the ceramic tile with the marks for the location of the housing and use a manual angle grinder to make the cut only after the material has dried.
This technique minimises the risk or breaking parts and is easier to do.
If this is not possible, make the cut using a manual angle grinder with a continuous alloy disc for porcelain stoneware. If the cut is less than 4 cm from the edge of the tile, you may have to use a water jet cutter.
Can I use material without joints?
Material should never be used without joints as this could have serious consequences for the entire construction project, such as tiles coming loose.
What is the minimum settlement joint?
When using rectified materials, you should have a minimum joint of 2 mm, using the corresponding tile spacer for better tile alignment.
For non-rectified materials, use a joint corresponding to 2x the calibre. The minimum joint may have to be widened in specific applications, such as large surfaces, walls and patios. In these cases, the joint calculation should be made by a professional.
What cutting technique should I use?
As porcelain stoneware is a very resistant material, you must use suitable tools when making cuts. We recommend using a waterjet saw with a minimum power of 1.5 hp and a continuous alloy disc for porcelain stoneware. Take care not to force the tile as you run the risk of breaking it and damaging the machine.
What type of grout should I choose?
The choice of the most suitable colour depends on your own taste. Our catalogues just make a suggestion.
Consult the manufacturer for specific applications (swimming pools, industrial kitchens, hospitals, etc.).
How can I prevent or clean the fungi that darken the tile joints?
Use grout with antifungal action (e.g. Weber.Color Premium) to prevent or clean fungi that darken tile joints and, after drying, apply a waterproofing product (damp protection) - e.g. Weber.hidrofuge P, or any other water-based product. Maintenance should be carried out every 4 years and this product should be applied again.
Weber.Antimousse, for example, can be used to clean joints without this protection (applied with a paintbrush). Wait one hour to brush the area and then clean with plenty of water. If necessary, repeat the operation.
My flooring gets stained easily.
The use of adhesive and cement during application produces residue on the surface which is not visible to the naked eye. This residue creates a highly-absorbent film on top of the ceramic tile and, over time, this will become much more difficult to clean.
It should be cleaned with HG Acid (available at DIY shops such as AKI, Maxmat or Leroy Merlin) or DETERDEK from FILA (sold by construction materials suppliers) in the concentrations recommended by the manufacturers.