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Working Clean | Tile Tip | Guest Post

May 15, 2019 by Ben Santos 5 Comments

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I am pleased to introduce a guest author for this post: Ben Santos. I’ve been approached before about using guest authors but it’s never been the right fit.

As you’ll see, Ben has a very candid writing style and he’s a star on video as well. So I hope you enjoy this post and be sure to check out his blog: https://www.HamiltonTileGA.com/a-tile-guys-journey-blog

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes

Tips for working clean for tile installation

Working Clean and Being Tidy While Installing Tile

The biggest issue with new thinset users is the inherent mess.

For example, thinset on your clothes, on your tools and all over your work area. As a result, this makes for an unnecessarily chaotic install.

However, there is a simple fix for working clean on your tile job and all it takes is a bit of discipline.

This simple task performed every 30 minutes will help to keep your work area, your tools, and your clothes much cleaner.

Additionally, it will also help you be more aware of your surroundings by developing a very practical habit.

My stance is that working in a mess has a compounding effect and will show through in your finished tile work.

Consequently, if you look at any true professional installer, a guy that takes pride in his work, I’ll bet he keeps a generally organized, neat job site.

Therefore, if professionals are striving to be working clean, you should too, in hopes of having a professional-looking finished project.

So watch the video below and, on your next tile project, be conscious of the cleanliness of your job site. It is sure to reflect on the quality of your finished project.

In conclusion, be sure to visit me at www.HamiltonTileGA.com/a-tile-guys-journey-blog for many useful tips from a professional tile installer and building enthusiast.

Working Clean During Tile Installation- Tile Tips
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Here’s Ben with a tip on working clean!

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About Ben Santos

Ben was born in New Hampshire and has been living in Georgia for six years. A married father of two, Benjamin like to exercise, hike, and read in his spare time. Besides growing a tile business and a family, Ben likes to read in his spare time.

Sales, marketing, and installer at Hamilton Tile.

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  1. Andrea Taylor says

    May 22, 2019 at 11:02 am

    I have a question that I can’t find an answer to anywhere. I need to show a photo to make it understandable. Can you tell me how to do this?

  2. DIYTileGuy says

    May 23, 2019 at 7:32 am

    Hi Andrea, you can post a photo on my DIYTileGuy Facebook page if you do Facebook. Otherwise, there isn’t a way to upload photos on this blog from the user end.

    https://m.facebook.com/diytileguy/

    You could also try the John Bridge forum.

  3. Janice Reid says

    October 10, 2019 at 12:22 am

    Thank you for posting. For most types of tile, including porcelain and ceramic, warm water and dish soap will do the trick. “Diluted vinegar is a common recommendation, but vinegar is very acidic,” says Robb Roderick, a technical trainer at the National Tile Contractors Association. “If the solution is too strong, you’ll weaken and damage the grout, and vinegar can etch stone tiles.” Instead, spray the gentler solution of water and dish soap, then wipe with a damp microfiber or cloth.

  4. cheryl Hart says

    June 14, 2020 at 3:45 pm

    how to clean white and gray looking tile shower:
    iined with grout that is has mildewed and black pebble floor that looks like soap scum is all over.
    In same shower, black granite seating shelf that has white lime-looking spots all over

  5. DIYTileGuy says

    June 15, 2020 at 7:34 am

    I do not have a lot of great cleaning advice. You have to be careful with the natural stone, in particular. You might head over to the John Bridge Forums and ask this question in their cleaning and maintenance section.

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