What factors should I consider when choosing a trowel size for tile installation?

One of the most crucial aspects of tile installation is choosing the right trowel size. Various factors such as the shapes and sizes of the trowels, the types of notches, and the tile size and placement should be considered.

What is the importance of the tile placement in selecting the trowel size?

Tile placement significantly affects the trowel size selection. For instance, if you're laying tiles on the floor, the mortar bed needs to be thicker to withstand foot traffic. Likewise, if the surface you're laying tiles on slopes a bit, you would need to back-butter or spread out your mud-bed slightly thicker.

What is the general guide to the size of trowel based on the tile size and placement?

Here is a general guide to the size of trowel to use based on the tile size and placement: 3/16″ to 1/4″ V-notch: Mosaics tiles up to 4-1/2″ glazed wall tile. 1/4″ x 1/4″ U or Square notch: 4″ to 8″ tile. 1/4″ x 3/8″ U or Square notch: 8″ to 16″ tiles. 1/2″ x 1/2″ U or Square notch: 16″ and larger.

What are the different types of notches, and how do they affect tile installation?

There are three primary types of notches - V-shape, U-shape, and square-notch. V-shape spreads less thinset than the same-sized square-notch, while the U-notch spreads out more than the v-notch but less than the square-notch. The major difference is how the thinset lies, affecting tile adhesion. Choosing the right trowel size is crucial for successful tile installation. The trowel size should match the tile size, and the type of notch you use will affect the concentration level of thinset. Also, consider the placement of the tiles and the surface you'll be laying them on to determine the appropriate trowel size.

What should I keep in mind for a successful tile installation?

To really understand which trowel type to use, and how to properly use it, watch the video provided. Keep in mind that choosing the right trowel size is crucial for a successful tile installation. The trowel size should match the tile size, and the type of notch you use will affect the concentration level of thinset. Also, consider the placement of the tiles and the surface you'll be laying them on to determine the appropriate trowel size.

Crain Toe-Kick Saw 777

SKU 777

by Crain

$409.67 - $409.67

$409.67

$409.67 - $409.67

$409.67

Crain Toe-Kick Saw 777 - The Perfect Tool for Flush Cutting

The Crain Toe-Kick Saw 777 is the perfect tool for flush cutting. This popular toe-kick saw cuts flush to the inner wall of a toe space in a cabinet or counter to remove old underlayment. The saw comes with a carbide-tipped blade for cutting wood and a carrying case for easy transportation. This circular saw features an extended arbor on which the blade is mounted, making it the ideal saw for cutting sub-floor materials such as tiles, luan, vinyl, or other similar materials under the kick space close to the cabinet base.

What's In The Box

Cuts flush to the inner wall of a toe space

Carbide-tipped blade for cutting wood

Comes with a carrying case for easy transportation

Circular saw with an extended arbor

Ideal for cutting sub-floor materials such as tiles, luan, vinyl, or other similar materials under the kick space close to the cabinet base

Operator's Manual

Crain 777 Toe Kick Saw Specifications
Power	11 amps
Voltage	120V
No Load Speed	5200RPM
Min Cutting Height	3.5inch
Max Depth	4 inch
Max Floor Thickness	.75inch
Weight	8.175 lbs

Crain Toe-Kick Saw 777

Crain Toe-Kick Saw 777 - The Perfect Tool for Flush Cutting

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