![]() Lightweight and easy to carry, handle and install.Provides instant coverage verification for installer to see mortar coverage without having to lift and verify.Allows for the mortar to cure faster, bonding tile within 16-24 hours and providing a faster time to grout.Dubbed the next generation of high-performance uncoupling membrane for use under ceramic, porcelain and stone installments in both residential and commercial applications, STRATA MAT provides for an enhanced mechanical bond of the adhesive mortar and provides for faster drying of the mortar. STRATA MAT is our top choice for an optimal underlayment when installing tile or other materials for flooring or surfacing. Please note: STRATA_MAT™ XT is not a waterproofing membrane.Timberline Tile is now the exclusive carrier of Laticrete STRATA MAT in Cortez, Colorado. Thank you to LATICRETE for providing me with the STRATA_MAT™ XTfor this project. In a couple years (or when it bugs me enough), I’ll use a sanded caulk that is color matched to the grout to fill the voids. As the wood moves, that grout will start chipping away. I let the mortar set overnight and grouted the next day. This distributed my weight over a large section of tiles and prevented them from moving much.Īfter finishing the back of the room, I removed the board and adjusted a few tiles that had moved slightly. To get to the back corner of the room, I set a piece of MDF on top of the tiles I had already put down. Even though it meant working myself into a corner and having to be a gymnast to get out. I started tiling at the entrance to the room because that was the most important area. That gave me time to make cuts and get all the tile set before the mortar would start to skim over. I worked in sections spreading mortar and then setting tile. 1 mm is a very small difference so I went with it. It is 10mm thick which is 1mm thicker than the 3-9mm which is what LATICRETE recommends in order to install tile flush with hardwood floors. I’m using San Juan Azul Porcelain tile from Floor and Decor. Skim the back of each tile with mortar as well before you lay it. How to Install Tile Flush with Hardwood Floorsįirst use the flat side of the trowel to fill all the vents with mortar. □ Once the STRATA_MAT is properly bedded in the mortar, you can immediately start tiling. If you don’t have 100% coverage, you need to push harder or add more mortar. You can pull up a corner of the STRATA_MAT to check coverage. The light spots show where the mat is not embedded or there’s not enough mortar. Because it is somewhat transparent, you can see when it is properly embedding. I crawled around on the floor with my grout float to press the STRATA_MAT down into the mortar. Then I set the STRATA_MAT in place, fabric side down. I started in the back corner and worked my way out of the room, covering the entire floor with mortar. I’m using porcelain tile so I’m using LATICRETE 4-XLT, a polymer fortified adhesive or “large and heavy tile” mortar. You select your mortar based on the type of tile or stone you are using. STRATA_MAT is designed so you can install it with the same mortar you’re using to install your floor. It is important to leave 1/4″ between the STRATA_MAT and the walls to allow for movement. I’ll add a small piece to fill in that spot. It was a little too short on the “L” but it’s not a big deal. Then I test fit that piece and cut out the vent and toilet drain hole. I cut a piece of STRATA_MAT XT to fit in the powder room. The STRATA_MAT XT replaces 1/4″ thick cement board - it’s much lighter, easier to cut and installs with just mortar (no screws required). It helps create an even transition between typical ¼” to 3/8″ thick tile and 3/4″thick hardwood flooring. I wanted the tile to be flush with the hardwood floors so I installed the tile on LATICRETE STRATA_MAT™ XT. The room that contains the shower and toilet is all tile but it butts up to the wood in the other room. The vanity area of the bathroom has a combination of hardwood and tile. Can you believe the Jack and Jill bathroom finally has floors? I’m making slow but steady progress. Today I’m sharing how to install tile flush with hardwood floors, like I did in my bathroom. Maryville TN House Tour – Completed Rooms.
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