The role and selection of tile accessories
In the decoration process, ceramic tiles, as a common decorative material, are widely used in various areas such as floors, walls and bathrooms. When it comes to tiling, choosing the right accessories is also crucial. This article will introduce in detail the role and selection of tile accessories to help you better complete the tiling work in the decoration process.
1. Tile adhesive.
Tile adhesive is a cement amendment used for pasting ceramic tiles, and the main components are high-quality cement, graded sand and polymer additives. It can effectively improve the adhesion of cement mortar, and is suitable for the pasting of tiles and stones of various materials. The use of tile adhesive can greatly improve the adhesion of ceramic tiles, and effectively solve the common problems of hollowing and falling off in ceramic tile wet pasting.
When choosing tile adhesive, you need to choose according to factors such as the material, size and water absorption of the tile. For example, ceramic tiles with low water absorption such as full-body bricks and antique bricks should choose tile adhesive with strong cohesion; Ceramic tiles with high water absorption such as glazed tiles and polished tiles should choose tile adhesives with moderate adhesion.
Second, caulk.
Caulk is a decorative material used to fill the gaps in ceramic tiles, and the main components are white cement and inorganic pigments. It has the characteristics of rich color, good anti-fouling performance, and easy to clean. Caulk can effectively cover the imperfections in the gaps of the tiles and improve the overall aesthetics.
When choosing a caulk, you need to choose according to factors such as the color, material, and decoration style of the tile. At the same time, it is necessary to pay attention to the quality and environmental performance of the caulk, and avoid choosing caulk containing harmful substances.
3. Tile adhesive.
Tile adhesive is a special adhesive specially used on the back of ceramic tiles, and the main component is polymer. It can greatly improve the adhesion between the tile and the adhesive material, and effectively solve the common problems of hollowing and falling off in wet paste. The use of tile adhesive can greatly improve the adhesion of ceramic tiles, especially for vitrified tiles, polished tiles and other tiles with low water absorption. At the same time, the tile adhesive also has good anti-aging performance and water resistance, and can maintain the bonding effect for a long time.
When choosing a ceramic tile adhesive, you need to pay attention to its adhesion, environmental performance and construction methods. Tile adhesive with strong adhesion, good environmental performance and easy construction should be selected. At the same time, it is necessary to pay attention to its scope of application and use methods to avoid problems caused by improper construction.
Fourth, mortar. Mortar is a building material used to fill voids in masonry, and the main components are cement, sand, and additives. It has good fluidity and cohesion, which can effectively fill the void between masonry and improve the overall aesthetics and stability. Mortar is suitable for various types of masonry materials, such as red bricks, green bricks, stone, etc.
When choosing a mortar, you need to choose it according to the material and use of the masonry. For example, for floors or walls that need to withstand heavy pressure, mortars with higher strength should be selected; For walls or floors that need to be decorative, mortars with good adhesion should be chosen. At the same time, it is necessary to pay attention to the environmental performance and construction method of the mortar to avoid problems caused by improper construction.
Summary: The role and selection of tile accessories is a part of the decoration process that cannot be ignored. According to different decoration needs and material characteristics, reasonable selection and use of ceramic tile accessories can effectively improve the paving quality and overall aesthetics of ceramic tiles. In the actual use process, it is also necessary to pay attention to the quality and construction method of auxiliary materials to avoid problems such as hollowing and falling off.