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Buying and sourcing reclaimed tiles
Check with your neighbours if they have any spare tiles. To find more info on ke op lat have a look at our own web site. Look out for construction and renovation work in the surrounding area. Similar local period properties will likely have the same or similar designs tiet kiem vat lieu xay dung and may have spares available, due to modifications and construction work.
Salvage yards reclamation and specialist restoration companies all will tend to hold stock of salvaged originals as these are preferred over modern replacements for repairs. Once you find a source, send details of what you're looking for in advance to avoid wasting time. You may not find all the colours and shapes required and invariably you will have to mix old and new, try to maximize old where possible. Colour matching your existing tiles can be done easily if you have some loose tiles as samples. If not then images and photographs for reference are helpful along with sizes. Remember original tiles tend to me imperial in size as opposed to metric.
When buying Salvaged tiles make sure they are ideally free of mortar on the back and the sides of the tiles. To remove mortar form the underside is messy and time consuming and something that a specialist should undertake, whilst the removal of grout is easier and can be done with for example with a paint scraper (a sharp blade with a handle).
Try to ensure the tiles have been salvaged from an interior floor as in general they will be in better condition. Avoid dished tiles or tiles that seem too porous.
When using salvaged tiles, the base on which they are fixed will need to be lowered or the tile thinned to allow for a neat level finish as space will be required for thin set mortar. Old geometric tiles tend to be approximately 12 mm thick and were laid directly onto wet cement or a lime based mortar. In which case, when they become dislodged they cannot be simply stuck back down using an adhesive as they will sit proud of the surrounding tiles.
Repairs can also be carried out with modern matching replacements. Important factors here are the ke chu thap size and the colour. There are limited number of manufactures of reproduction tiles but within these ranges are very good colours that can bought in varying sizes for repairs.
Tiles can also be sourced through various online classified ad websites.
Buying new tiles
Most suitable modern replacement tiles are now metric in size and are usually 9-10 mm thick. They are known as dust pressed tiles with the colour running throughout the body of the tile.
There are available ranges, some with 25 colours that encompass both traditional and contemporary shades. Colours can vary very slightly between factory production runs but generally remain very consistent. The tiles in the affordable ranges are approximately 9mm thick.
Apart from a very subtle difference in size and colour the modern ranges are the closest available to the original system of ceramic dust pressed pre-moulded Victorian tiles.
Some reproduction Victorian Floor Tile ranges feature tiles with square edges that have been pre moulded so that they can be closely assembled to recreate an accurate and authentic look. The tiles are arranged individually to create the field and border requiring minimal cutting.
Original Victorian Tiled floors were based on the Imperial system. All of the geometric components featured in most modern ranges are based on the metric system. If the tiles are required in Imperial measurements then in nearly all cases the tile will need to be cut from a larger tile.
With geometric style Victorian pre moulded tiles the design possibilities are infinite and the traditional layouts range from very simple black and white chequerboards to highly elaborate complex layouts featuring Decorative Encaustic tiles.
These modern ranges now offer the possibility of recreating entire matching designs with authentic detail as well as providing a good range of colours for repair work. One very important point here is that the modern tiles, being thinner than the originals are much easier to use for minor repairs as they allow space for the adhesive when dropping in tiles next to the existing originals.
Useful advice on having restoration work carried out
Check the credentials of fitter ensure they have undertaken training and previous work of a similar type.
Check the proposed colours for repairs.
Work is usually gradual so you can quickly review the tilers progress and skill.
Insist on minimal grout lines for authentic look.
Remember a final clean reduces the appearance of any areas that have been repaired as colours will brighten significantly.
Useful advice on having new tiles installed
If buying tiles in a loose format ensure that the fitter has experience of fitting traditional designs especially if they are complex. Sheeted tiles are now available through some companies broadening the possibility of employing a good qualified tiler to fit a complex design.
Try to request a diagram of the planned design.
Ensure that all fixing specifications are provided detailing for example the type of adhesive and grout that is used.
Always ensure that the base on which the tiles are to be fixed is solid, smooth and has been checked buy the tiler.
General care and maintenance of exterior tile schemes
Try to clean at least once a month by removing organic matter such as leaves.
Check that the grout lines are full and replenish if necessary, this will minimise water penetration and subsequent damage.
For a deep clean to remove the build-up of dirt use patio cleaner in a dilute format and wash immediately to neutralise. This treatment is more suited to the maintenance of new installations.
If you have any other concerns then consult a specialist.
Why and where are Victorian Floor tiles preferable to other types of flooring?
Reasons to install a new mosaic feature/ Geometric Victorian Floor Tiles
Practical, hard wearing and easy to maintain
Decorative and aesthetically pleasing
Hardwearing and long-lasting
In keep with period architecture.
Adds and retains value to a property
Suitable applications for new installations
Halls, paths and porches
Conservatories, bathrooms and kitchens
Shop fronts and retail areas
Garden features
Adaptable addition to architectural or interior design schemes
Check with your neighbours if they have any spare tiles. To find more info on ke op lat have a look at our own web site. Look out for construction and renovation work in the surrounding area. Similar local period properties will likely have the same or similar designs tiet kiem vat lieu xay dung and may have spares available, due to modifications and construction work.
Salvage yards reclamation and specialist restoration companies all will tend to hold stock of salvaged originals as these are preferred over modern replacements for repairs. Once you find a source, send details of what you're looking for in advance to avoid wasting time. You may not find all the colours and shapes required and invariably you will have to mix old and new, try to maximize old where possible. Colour matching your existing tiles can be done easily if you have some loose tiles as samples. If not then images and photographs for reference are helpful along with sizes. Remember original tiles tend to me imperial in size as opposed to metric.
When buying Salvaged tiles make sure they are ideally free of mortar on the back and the sides of the tiles. To remove mortar form the underside is messy and time consuming and something that a specialist should undertake, whilst the removal of grout is easier and can be done with for example with a paint scraper (a sharp blade with a handle).
Try to ensure the tiles have been salvaged from an interior floor as in general they will be in better condition. Avoid dished tiles or tiles that seem too porous.
When using salvaged tiles, the base on which they are fixed will need to be lowered or the tile thinned to allow for a neat level finish as space will be required for thin set mortar. Old geometric tiles tend to be approximately 12 mm thick and were laid directly onto wet cement or a lime based mortar. In which case, when they become dislodged they cannot be simply stuck back down using an adhesive as they will sit proud of the surrounding tiles.
Repairs can also be carried out with modern matching replacements. Important factors here are the ke chu thap size and the colour. There are limited number of manufactures of reproduction tiles but within these ranges are very good colours that can bought in varying sizes for repairs.
Tiles can also be sourced through various online classified ad websites.
Buying new tiles
Most suitable modern replacement tiles are now metric in size and are usually 9-10 mm thick. They are known as dust pressed tiles with the colour running throughout the body of the tile.
There are available ranges, some with 25 colours that encompass both traditional and contemporary shades. Colours can vary very slightly between factory production runs but generally remain very consistent. The tiles in the affordable ranges are approximately 9mm thick.
Apart from a very subtle difference in size and colour the modern ranges are the closest available to the original system of ceramic dust pressed pre-moulded Victorian tiles.
Some reproduction Victorian Floor Tile ranges feature tiles with square edges that have been pre moulded so that they can be closely assembled to recreate an accurate and authentic look. The tiles are arranged individually to create the field and border requiring minimal cutting.
Original Victorian Tiled floors were based on the Imperial system. All of the geometric components featured in most modern ranges are based on the metric system. If the tiles are required in Imperial measurements then in nearly all cases the tile will need to be cut from a larger tile.
With geometric style Victorian pre moulded tiles the design possibilities are infinite and the traditional layouts range from very simple black and white chequerboards to highly elaborate complex layouts featuring Decorative Encaustic tiles.
These modern ranges now offer the possibility of recreating entire matching designs with authentic detail as well as providing a good range of colours for repair work. One very important point here is that the modern tiles, being thinner than the originals are much easier to use for minor repairs as they allow space for the adhesive when dropping in tiles next to the existing originals.
Useful advice on having restoration work carried out
Check the credentials of fitter ensure they have undertaken training and previous work of a similar type.
Check the proposed colours for repairs.
Work is usually gradual so you can quickly review the tilers progress and skill.
Insist on minimal grout lines for authentic look.
Remember a final clean reduces the appearance of any areas that have been repaired as colours will brighten significantly.
Useful advice on having new tiles installed
If buying tiles in a loose format ensure that the fitter has experience of fitting traditional designs especially if they are complex. Sheeted tiles are now available through some companies broadening the possibility of employing a good qualified tiler to fit a complex design.
Try to request a diagram of the planned design.
Ensure that all fixing specifications are provided detailing for example the type of adhesive and grout that is used.
Always ensure that the base on which the tiles are to be fixed is solid, smooth and has been checked buy the tiler.
General care and maintenance of exterior tile schemes
Try to clean at least once a month by removing organic matter such as leaves.
Check that the grout lines are full and replenish if necessary, this will minimise water penetration and subsequent damage.
For a deep clean to remove the build-up of dirt use patio cleaner in a dilute format and wash immediately to neutralise. This treatment is more suited to the maintenance of new installations.
If you have any other concerns then consult a specialist.
Why and where are Victorian Floor tiles preferable to other types of flooring?
Reasons to install a new mosaic feature/ Geometric Victorian Floor Tiles
Practical, hard wearing and easy to maintain
Decorative and aesthetically pleasing
Hardwearing and long-lasting
In keep with period architecture.
Adds and retains value to a property
Suitable applications for new installations
Halls, paths and porches
Conservatories, bathrooms and kitchens
Shop fronts and retail areas
Garden features
Adaptable addition to architectural or interior design schemes