Customer was looking to get a fireplace tiled using the float method. The hearth was prepared in such a way as to ensure the finished tile height was flush with the adjacent floor. To ensure a clean and smooth transition, Schluter Jolly tile trim was used in between the two surfaces. To eliminate any exposed tiled edges, Schluter Jolly was used in the firebox opening as well.
Top View of Tiled Fireplace in Redondo Beach 90278
Top view of hearth with Schluter Trim
Tile Installation Redondo Beach on Fireplace 90278
Right View of Tiled Fireplace with Schluter between Hearth and Wood Floor
Overall View of Tiled Fireplace with miter cuts
Detailed view of tiled hearth with Schluter Jolly
Edge view depicting miter cuts
Front View of Tiled Fireplace and Hearth
Left View of Tiled Fireplace
Detailed view of firebox opening trimmed with Schluter Trim
Demoliton Of The Fireplace
In this step the the demolition is performed. This step is performed before any tiling work can commence. To do this, the decorative elements on the hearth, mantle, and surround are demolished.
Prepping The Fireplace For A Float Job
In this step the work area is protected and the fireplace is prepared for tiling. To protect the adjacent areas, construction grade paper is adhered. Diamond lath is attached to the surround using appropriate fasteners so that mortar can be applied. Finally, measurements are taken to ensure the finished tile height is flush with the adjacent flooring.
Tiling The Fireplace
Once the preparation work has been completed, the tiling takes place. A tile leveling system from Tuscan is used to ensure there is no lippage. The outside corners of the fireplace surround are tiled using mitered corners. To ensure continuity, the tiles are cut ensuring the tile pattern is book matched.