Tile preparer jobs involve designing layouts, selecting tiles, preparing surfaces, and installing tiles. There is no formal training, and installers work with granite, marble, and ceramic tiles. The design should be visually appealing, practical, and fit the budget. Surface preparation is crucial for a smooth installation.
The different tile preparer jobs focus on meeting four essential requirements: designing the layout, selecting the tiles, preparing the surface area, and installing the tiles as per the design plan. A tile installer can work on both residential and commercial properties, laying tiles in a wide variety of materials, sizes and designs. Tile’s popularity has increased dramatically over the last five years, and the demand for tile installers is expected to increase over the next three to seven years as homeowners invest in small projects with big visual impact.
There is no formal post-secondary training program to become a tile lifter. Rather, the necessary skills are learned on the job. There are three main types of tile a tile installer must work with: granite, marble, and ceramic. All three come in multiple sizes and can be used in a variety of applications. Tile assembly jobs are usually organized within a tiling or flooring team. It is not uncommon for all members of the flooring team to be able to lay floors and tiles.
One of the jobs of an experienced part setter is to design the part layout. This requires a combination of art and science. The design should be visually appealing, appropriate for the space, enhance the beauty of the home, and be relatively easy to maintain and clean. The customer may have selected a specific block or provided an image they want to emulate. It is the task of the tile installer to create a practical design that meets the client’s needs and can be implemented on time and on budget.
Tile selection is a very important task. Many tile installers provide a design with samples of proposed tiles so the customer can see what the final product will look like. When selecting tile material, one of the tile preparer’s jobs is to ensure that the material is suitable, durable, and fits the design and budget. For example, slate is a wonderful material, but too heavy for a kitchen splatter. Ceramic small tiles are varied but not durable enough for a front vestibule.
Once the tile design and selection is complete, a tile lifter must prepare the surface area to accept the tiles. This can include removing carpet or flooring, adding an adhesive or other bonding product to the floor, and curing the surface. Of all the tile assembly jobs, this can be the most tedious as it may take a lot of small adjustments to create a perfectly level surface.
The actual application of tiles to the floor is a relatively simple process. Preparatory work on surface preparation will ensure a smooth installation. After laying the tiles, the tile lifter re-applies a sealant to the surface to reduce the risk of scratches and other damage to the surface.
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