Tiles get cracked while shipping is quite common. They also get damaged while cutting during installation. But when tiles receive cracks and damages after installation, when they are in use – it is an example of wrong installation approach or abuse.
In this blog, we list down some of the common reasons your floor and walls tiles crack after installation. Check out the following pointers –
- When the grout is filled tight in the space, it may cause the tiles to crack. Reversibly, lesser amount of grout can also damage the tiles.
- If the subfloor is too smooth, it could a reason behind cracking.
- Painted subfloor is also a reason for cracking of tiles.
- If you use insufficient thin set mortar between subfloor and tiles, cracks are likely.
- Additionally, if you do not mix the thin set mortar properly, it will not have a strong grip on the floor. So, you will need to mix the mortar well before using it.
- Moreover, even if you have mixed the mortar well but you do not use it in time, it will lose its bonding properties.
- Moisture on the subfloor adversely affects the bonding of mortar.
There you have it. To sum up, you will need to ensure the quality of grout, mortar, and grout. And you will also need to follow the right approach of installation to avoid the cracking of tiles.
This blog has been brought to you by ShadesOfStone.com, one of the trusted tile stores in US.
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