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Are control joints needed for large tiled areas when installing Ezi-Grid® Tile Underlay?

FAQs | James Hardie
Answer: Yes, at 5 metres and in rooms where there is a change in direction, that is L-shaped rooms and at doorways.
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Can I lay my tiles over a control joint in Ezi-Grid® Tile Underlay?

FAQs | James Hardie
Answer: No, James Hardie does not recommend this method of fixing. You may consider other methods of floor materials or compounds to raise the floor level.
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Can I use Ezi-Grid® Tile Underlay in place of Vinyl & Cork Underlay?

FAQs | James Hardie
Answer: No, when a floor requires waterproofing an appropriate waterproofing membrane must be used as per Australian Standard for Waterproofing AS3740 Answer: No, Villaboard® Lining sheets are for wall and ceiling applications only, Ezi-Grid® Tile Underlay must be used in an underlay application.
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Can Ezi-Grid® Tile Underlay be laid over a concrete floor?

FAQs | James Hardie
Answer: No, James Hardie does not recommend Ezi-Grid® Tile Underlay be fixed directly to a concrete floor by nailing or gluing.
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Can Ezi-Grid® Tile Underlay be used over timber in an external decking application?

FAQs | James Hardie
Answer: No, James Hardie does not recommend Ezi-Grid® Tile Underlay as an Underlay in an external decking application. Our 15mm or 18mm HPC products must be used as specified in our Decking Construction Manual.
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Can I use a nail gun to install the Ezi-Grid® Tile Underlay sheets?

FAQs | James Hardie
Answer: No, the nail is a 2.5 x 25mm Underlay Nail, which has been specifically designed for this application.
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Can I use Ezi-Grid ® Tile Underlay in a bathroom?

FAQs | James Hardie
Answer: Yes, you can use Ezi-Grid® Tile Underlay in all floor areas in a bathroom, as long as the product is waterproofed as per the manufactuers instructions. For further details on suitable waterproofing products, contact a waterproofing manufacturer.
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I am installing Villaboard® Lining into a large soffit. Do I need to install control joints?

FAQs | James Hardie
Answer: Yes, locations of control joints will depend on a number of factors. Refer to the technical manual for further information. Answer: It is recommended that the roof be fully installed before the ceiling is commenced due to frame settlement, and moisture issues.
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Can you tile over a tiled wall or floor?

Caribbean Tile and Stone - || FAQ About Tiles ||
Yes. If the old tiles are high-gloss, we recommend sanding them down first to increase bonding strength. Then use a high-strength latex thinset to install the new tile.
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Do I need expansion joints on my tiled floor?

FLOORSURE
Absolutely. All tiled floors need expansion joints and with heating installed the need for expansion joints is even more critical.
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Is underlay needed in small blocks?

COMPUCON S.A. - | FAQ | Embroidery FAQ
Underlay is necessary to stabilize the fabric for the embroidery. For a smaller block, underlay has to be carefully selected so it does not protrude from the block. Determining which kind of underlay to use will depend on the fabric being sewn. For stretchy fabrics such as knits, a stronger underlay like zigzag will work best. For woven fabrics, central or guideline underlay may work. Any combination of underlay can also be used.
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Should I seal the tile and grout joints?

Tile New Zealand
Tips: "It is always a good idea to seal cement grouts. For ease of maintenance and protection against stains, the cost represents only a small part of the total job and is well worth it??? Yes, The sealing of the tile and the grout joints is one of the final steps for the tiled area. The sealer is absorbed and fills in any pores which left unsealed will absorb dirt and/or stains. Usually the new installation and grout should be allowed to dry for several days prior to applying a sealer.
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How do you treat and control expansion joints?

FAQ's
All existing control joints should remain in the deck to allow for expansion and contraction of the concrete. They are not coated with I.S.T. Coatings and are masked off. We can, however, apply I.S.T. Coatings finish coat to the joints so they will match in color with I.S.T. Coatings application. We replace worn out control joints for a nominal fee.
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Should we take the baseboard off before installing tile?

Texas Floors : Ceramic : Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is best in all cases to cut the tile to the existing baseboards, both for look and for future removal. In most cases quaterround is not needed with ceramic tile, as it is grouted to the baseboard, if there is unevenness in the wall you may want to install some later.
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Can I install floor tile heating under existing tiled floors?

FLOORSURE
Unfortunately not. The installation of tile heating can only be done before the tiles are laid. If however you have purchased a new existing home without tile heating, you can have a carpet heater installed under a loose lay rug to negate the problem.
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What groundcovers do you recommend for slopes, erosion control or covering large areas quickly?

Tidwell Nurseries; FAQ
For the grassy look, nothing works better or faster than Liriope spicata. It spreads rapidly through underground rhyzomes creating a vigorous, dense, soil grabbing root system. It is cold hardy through zone 4 and performs equally well in full sun to full shade. The fine textured leaves rise to a height of 15-18 inches and sway gently in the breeze, creating the additional feature of "movement" in the landscape.
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What is an underlay?

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underlay is a layer of white ink that we place under your design when printing on color shirts (basically a primer coat). The underlay provides a consistent color foundation, which helps ensure your chosen colors print correctly. It also helps prevent the darker shirt colors from showing through the ink. This step is treated as adding a color to your project's design costs, but if there is white in your design, we can use that screen for the underlay (usually in conjunction with a flash print).
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We stock a range of underlays but there is one basic rule; if you are laying directly onto a concrete floor, you must use a DPM (Damp Proof Membrane) first to prevent moisture from the concrete attacking your flooring. For all other situations any of our other underlays are fine; from the basic polyfoam to our Duratex sound proofing underlay. Membrane) first to prevent moisture from the concrete attacking your flooring.
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All existing control joints should remain in the surface to allow for expansion and contraction of the original concrete. They are not coated with the system and are masked off. We can, however, work to insure these joints match the rest of the look of the surfaces.
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Frequently Asked Questions on Concrete - G and G Concrete Co...
All existing control joints should remain in the deck to allow for expansion and contraction of the concrete. They are not coated with cement coating and are masked off. We can, however, apply the cement coating finish coat to the joints so they will match in color with the cement coating application.
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Why do we need crack control joints?

FAQ - Paving - Traditional Paving Ltd
They are cut to a depth of 25% of the slab. The object of this is so if a crack should occur, it would follow the direction of the weakened points so that the crack never becomes visible, and the crack control joint itself is filled with mastic.
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Sundek FAQs
We maintain all existing control joints, to allow for expansion and contraction of the concrete. We do, however, apply SUNDEK finish coat to expansion joints to match the deck color, and we also replace worn out control joints.
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How large are the areas?

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Areas can vary in size from small to enormous areas, which can take hours to explore and talk to all the characters and complete the quests.
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Should I use large or small tile?

Design Works Florida, kitchens, bathrooms, tile, cabinets, e...
Using large tiles in a small room will visually expand the room, making it look larger. However, dramatic tile patterns may make the room look even smaller.
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Should non-carpeted areas, like wood or tiled floors, be treated with a premise product?

Frequently Asked Questions -
Treating wood floors, tile, linoleum and other smooth floorings/surfaces should not be necessary. Carpet and upholstery are the ideal environments for fleas in the home. We do recommend that you clean, mop, and vacuum all floors to remove any flea eggs that might have been deposited by your pet. Special attention should be paid to flooring underneath all furniture and other large objects, baseboards, as well as in closets, storage areas, garages, etc.
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How do I keep control of a large class?

Large Classes FAQ | IUB Campus Instructional Consulting
To keep order, enforce strict discipline about chattering during lecture. First gesture politely (point, finger to lips) then look at them and speak out about disturbing the class, then stop lecture, approach the offenders, and politely ask them to stop because they are disturbing the people around them. Explain this on the first day of class, with a talk about mutual respect and civility. Be aware that cheating is prevalent, especially in large classes.
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How do I finish DensShield? tile backer joints?

Georgia-Pacific Building Products FAQ - Frequently Asked Que...
Apply standard 2" 10 x 10 woven glass mesh tape over joints and angles. This is the same type of tape used for taping cement board joints. Then, embed the tape with the same material used to set the tiles. Do not use all-purpose drywall compound. Pull setting materials tightly over the joints to reduce crown in the joint area.
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What do joints do?

Frequently Asked Questions - Department of Orthopedic Surger...
Joints allow bones to move relative to each other, and keep the ends of the bones properly aligned. This allows us to bend our knees, wrists, and digits.
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