Laying large format tile
I am getting ready to start tiling my new shower. I will be using 12X24 tile and wanted to know if anyone has any best practices to aid this job. Secondly, any concerns or pitfalls I may need to be aware of. For instance, I have seen some tilers set a ledger board to start the second row of tile and then come back lay the first row.
Any comments or suggestions are welcome.
James
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Everything Martin said along with back butter the tiles and use a tile leveling system. You might be able to get away with a 3/8 x 1/4 notch but most likely 1/2 x 1/2. Set one and peal it off to check for coverage. Check your tile for flatness. Some tiles have a bow to them which is impossible to get out and will require a stack pattern or 30% offset to prevent lippage. Also check for tile size variation. Some tiles may be a 1/16th larger than other tiles requiring a larger grout joint to accommodate the variations.