about to jump in and do this and I'm pretty nervous. Videos like this are really helpful. I've been really happy with the All-Set in spite of the slightly higher cost. I figure it's stupid to save a few bucks and then risk problems down the road. I did just discover that I can hit the All-Set in the bucket with a low-speed mixer at the 1 hour mark and it freshens it up a bit. Usually after an hour it starts to get a little tight and re-mixing for a few seconds gives brings it back to smooth for a little longer. Just don't add any water. Great channel. I really appreciate the helpful advice. And go spend good time with the family. ;)
Thank you my friend 🙏🏼 I use ALL-SET as well as Ardex X5 for the tile (not waterproofing). Ardex will warranty the tile setting over Schluter. Both mortars can be made in small batches. Which is big help with large shower trays
I have the stuff and I’m ready to do this -38x60 offset drain Kerdi shower tray -Kerdi membrane -drain flange -4 to 1 bed mud for a few inches to fill -Schluter all set -2 widths of Kerdi band I have two questions. 1. If I do the floor pan install first I can create the shingle effect by doing -tray, corners, band, then the walls. But then I need to step all over the tray to do the walls or build something over the floor. If I do the walls first I either have to hold the lowest few inches of the membrane back to get the shingle effect. Or I don’t even try to do that. What goes first? Wall membrane or the tray? 2. I want a mosaic floor tile, how concerned do I need to be about it contouring to the slight creases in the Kerdi tray? Obviously the smaller tiles on more flexible sheets would bend more than say a 2” square. I’m not ultra picky about the tile choice. The main goal is ease of installation and low maintenance. Maybe slip resistance.
@@HomeRepairTutor thats my plan. im trying to get my kerdi and sheetrock joint worked out. then mud all my sheetrock and i think i should prime it all then do tile then paint the walls and ceiling?
That was perfect!!! I've tiled my whole house, and being chemist/physics person drove me nuts while tiling (physical properties, adhesion etc worry) so having Experienced You, say what I observed is saweet. Now I'm dying to try some tiling with mosaics!! after watching your video, and using the mortars you mentioned . Thank you.
So ya, I finish all the waterproofing then band the Sheetrock and KERDI-BOARD with KERDI-BAND. Then I set the shower floor tile and shower wall tile. If the wall tile doesn’t completely mover the banding, I feather it first with setting type joint compound. I allow that to cure then apply two more coats of premixed compound followed by sanding in between. The final step is to primer it then paint, I like Sherwin-Williams Emerald 👍🏼
I’m also a chemistry person (Pitt 😊) and enjoy the details of learning about each product. Mixing thin-set, while not the most exciting thing, accomplishes a lot of done properly. Especially when you consider the polymer having to be thoroughly mixed with the cement component. Then there’s the idea of clean and cold water. The coldness is important. Warm water could serve as a catalyst and give you less working time. As such, it’s important to consider these small yet critical factors!
What’s the grey hex mosaic in the video? Been trying to find something like that for our shower forever. Do you recommend mosaics with the adhesive dots vs the mats?
In that case, I’d seal the marble before setting then seal again before grout. Use white thin-set to prevent darkening the marble. Opt for a lighter grout to reduce the likelihood of picture framing, ie dark pigments being absorbed into the perimeter of the marble
@@HomeRepairTutor if I can pick your brain a bit, on the east coast, pretty much every shower in hotels and mid-end(and up) homes are almost always a natural stone, and majority of the time marble. What do you think they do differently that they seemingly have no issues?
Funny... i am looking at a black marble mosaic for my floor. Would you advise against it? Second, do you also not advise white marble tile on the walls because of staining and porosity?
I don’t like marble of any kind because it’s very porous and not very strong. White marble in particular is susceptible to staining and depending on its iron content, it can turn brown over time. So instead I recommend ceramic or porcelain tiles
Prolite is waaaay better for mosaic! Super sticky and good small tile like no other! Also knock the ridges down flat before setting the tile! Less ooze through and perfect coverage!
Confused on your statement to use modified thinset. Everything I’ve read says to use an unmodified / uncoupling thinset mortar. I purchased a brand called Mapai uncoupling because the store didn’t carry Schluter.
for setting tile, you can use ALL-SET per Schluter. If you reference the ALL-SET, it can be used for setting tile, bonding Schluter trays to substrates, bonding DITRA products and waterproofing. Its name is a play on words, ie you’re all set with ALL-SET. As for Ardex X5, yes, it’s modified but you can use it to set tiles over Schluter and Ardex will warranty that last I spoke with them. I would not use X5 to waterproof or bond Schluter products to substrates
Bonus Tip at 04:45 Seriously? You tell us to use a Collgate toothbrush but failed to mention which one of the dozen or so models they offer... e.g., the Extra Clean, 360 Optic White, 360 Whole Mouth, Slim Soft, Renewal, Sensitive, ZigZag, Gum Health , Premier Clean, Total Plus, Double Action, Wave Comfort etc, etc. Not to mention each of these models are available with different levels of bristle stiffness - Ultra Soft, Soft, Medium, Hard hard! In other words the bonus tip was of little value.
I’m sorry to disappoint and now have decided the Oral-iO Series 10 is the way to go. Although it’s $100 at Target, it’s by far the best toothbrush I’ve ever used. Wait? Are you referring to a toothbrush for tile? Then yes, any of the dozen you mentioned will work 👍🏼
not to mention using the wrong trowel, like a square notch trowel on mosaic sheets. Wouldnt that be crazy. Man, you should probably learn how to do shit yourself before you try to make videos about it. how long you been doin this? You seem like the type that came from white collar.
Thin set isn’t waterproof, you’re correct. But all the Schluter in these videos does not need RedGard. The shower systems were waterproofed with banding and ALL-SET per the Schluter Handbooks. RedGard would be a waste of time and money
thanks i learned that i can mix small batches of Schluter when using the right calculation ratio
about to jump in and do this and I'm pretty nervous. Videos like this are really helpful. I've been really happy with the All-Set in spite of the slightly higher cost. I figure it's stupid to save a few bucks and then risk problems down the road.
I did just discover that I can hit the All-Set in the bucket with a low-speed mixer at the 1 hour mark and it freshens it up a bit. Usually after an hour it starts to get a little tight and re-mixing for a few seconds gives brings it back to smooth for a little longer. Just don't add any water.
Great channel. I really appreciate the helpful advice. And go spend good time with the family. ;)
Thank you my friend 🙏🏼
I use ALL-SET as well as Ardex X5 for the tile (not waterproofing). Ardex will warranty the tile setting over Schluter. Both mortars can be made in small batches. Which is big help with large shower trays
I have the stuff and I’m ready to do this
-38x60 offset drain Kerdi shower tray
-Kerdi membrane
-drain flange
-4 to 1 bed mud for a few inches to fill
-Schluter all set
-2 widths of Kerdi band
I have two questions.
1. If I do the floor pan install first I can create the shingle effect by doing
-tray, corners, band, then the walls. But then I need to step all over the tray to do the walls or build something over the floor.
If I do the walls first I either have to hold the lowest few inches of the membrane back to get the shingle effect. Or I don’t even try to do that. What goes first? Wall membrane or the tray?
2. I want a mosaic floor tile, how concerned do I need to be about it contouring to the slight creases in the Kerdi tray? Obviously the smaller tiles on more flexible sheets would bend more than say a 2” square. I’m not ultra picky about the tile choice. The main goal is ease of installation and low maintenance. Maybe slip resistance.
How do you avoid slope problems
great tips....im finishing up water proofing now and bout to tile..
That’s awesome 👏🏼 let me know if you have any questions. Normally I start tiling the floor first then the walls
@@HomeRepairTutor thats my plan. im trying to get my kerdi and sheetrock joint worked out. then mud all my sheetrock and i think i should prime it all then do tile then paint the walls and ceiling?
That was perfect!!! I've tiled my whole house, and being chemist/physics person drove me nuts while tiling (physical properties, adhesion etc worry) so having Experienced You, say what I observed is saweet. Now I'm dying to try some tiling with mosaics!! after watching your video, and using the mortars you mentioned . Thank you.
So ya, I finish all the waterproofing then band the Sheetrock and KERDI-BOARD with KERDI-BAND. Then I set the shower floor tile and shower wall tile. If the wall tile doesn’t completely mover the banding, I feather it first with setting type joint compound. I allow that to cure then apply two more coats of premixed compound followed by sanding in between. The final step is to primer it then paint, I like Sherwin-Williams Emerald 👍🏼
I’m also a chemistry person (Pitt 😊) and enjoy the details of learning about each product. Mixing thin-set, while not the most exciting thing, accomplishes a lot of done properly. Especially when you consider the polymer having to be thoroughly mixed with the cement component. Then there’s the idea of clean and cold water. The coldness is important. Warm water could serve as a catalyst and give you less working time. As such, it’s important to consider these small yet critical factors!
What’s the grey hex mosaic in the video? Been trying to find something like that for our shower forever.
Do you recommend mosaics with the adhesive dots vs the mats?
Do you recommend using red guard to seal the floor and walls? Thanks!
No, it’s an unnecessary step and expensive
What is someone is dead set on having marble in the shower, what are the best practices?
In that case, I’d seal the marble before setting then seal again before grout. Use white thin-set to prevent darkening the marble. Opt for a lighter grout to reduce the likelihood of picture framing, ie dark pigments being absorbed into the perimeter of the marble
@@HomeRepairTutor if I can pick your brain a bit, on the east coast, pretty much every shower in hotels and mid-end(and up) homes are almost always a natural stone, and majority of the time marble. What do you think they do differently that they seemingly have no issues?
It's very nice and high end
Funny... i am looking at a black marble mosaic for my floor. Would you advise against it?
Second, do you also not advise white marble tile on the walls because of staining and porosity?
I don’t like marble of any kind because it’s very porous and not very strong. White marble in particular is susceptible to staining and depending on its iron content, it can turn brown over time. So instead I recommend ceramic or porcelain tiles
@@HomeRepairTutor thank you! I'm a platinum member and love your tutorials and content!
@@TiCkLZ thank you so much 😊 keep me posted on your project and don’t hesitate to email if you have questions
What kind of knee pads do you use
ProKnee AP16
Thank you
Prolite is waaaay better for mosaic! Super sticky and good small tile like no other! Also knock the ridges down flat before setting the tile! Less ooze through and perfect coverage!
Seems to me the walls should be done first then the floor. I wouldn’t want to work on my freshly laid floor for any length of time.
No. Do floor, then cover with cardboard and a drop cloth or you tape down plastic. If you do the walls first, it fails and you get black mold
Confused on your statement to use modified thinset. Everything I’ve read says to use an unmodified / uncoupling thinset mortar. I purchased a brand called Mapai uncoupling because the store didn’t carry Schluter.
for setting tile, you can use ALL-SET per Schluter. If you reference the ALL-SET, it can be used for setting tile, bonding Schluter trays to substrates, bonding DITRA products and waterproofing. Its name is a play on words, ie you’re all set with ALL-SET. As for Ardex X5, yes, it’s modified but you can use it to set tiles over Schluter and Ardex will warranty that last I spoke with them. I would not use X5 to waterproof or bond Schluter products to substrates
So do not use the mapaie uncoupling for the shower pan to the subfloor?
The professional didn’t even answer your question 😂😂
@@yonatangoldberg7146 you’re being rude. I have a family and literally was with them the last 15 hours. Stop being a jerk.
@@fernandoesteves147 I’d use ALL-SET to maintain the warranty. Plus, they have specific instructions for mixing the thin-set for membranes
Bonus Tip at 04:45 Seriously? You tell us to use a Collgate toothbrush but failed to mention which one of the dozen or so models they offer... e.g., the Extra Clean, 360 Optic White, 360 Whole Mouth, Slim Soft, Renewal, Sensitive, ZigZag, Gum Health , Premier Clean, Total Plus, Double Action, Wave Comfort etc, etc. Not to mention each of these models are available with different levels of bristle stiffness - Ultra Soft, Soft, Medium, Hard hard! In other words the bonus tip was of little value.
I’m sorry to disappoint and now have decided the Oral-iO Series 10 is the way to go. Although it’s $100 at Target, it’s by far the best toothbrush I’ve ever used. Wait? Are you referring to a toothbrush for tile? Then yes, any of the dozen you mentioned will work 👍🏼
@@HomeRepairTutor 😁
I KNEW I heard a pittsburgh accent
not to mention using the wrong trowel, like a square notch trowel on mosaic sheets. Wouldnt that be crazy. Man, you should probably learn how to do shit yourself before you try to make videos about it. how long you been doin this? You seem like the type that came from white collar.
Never use Paint the bottom with redguard. Thinset is NOT waterproof
Thin set isn’t waterproof, you’re correct. But all the Schluter in these videos does not need RedGard. The shower systems were waterproofed with banding and ALL-SET per the Schluter Handbooks. RedGard would be a waste of time and money