Tag: Installation Guide

Explore tips for choosing the best grout colors for Mexican tile.

Looking for instructions about how to seal Saltillo tile? Follow these guidelines for an easy approach. Two processes are covered here.

How to apply a topcoat sealer to presealed Saltillo tile floors.

How to seal unsealed Saltillo tile floors.

Our processes are based on a DIY method of using paint rollers and paint pads. Saltillo tile can be sealed through a spray method, which is not discussed here.

Here’s the thing.  I’ll tell you how to strip Saltillo tile in this blog. But to be clear, I stand by our long-time advice…

Do not strip Saltillo tile if it’s avoidable.

Nonetheless, here is our experience.

In this post, I’ll take you through the process of how to strip Saltillo tile on an outdoor patio.

This article explores the pros and cons of sealed vs. unsealed Saltillo tile. We address up-front vs hidden costs, installation complexities, and customizing Saltillo tiles.

How to Lay Mexican Saltillo Tile on a Wood Subfloor Guidelines & Recommendations Many variations to the following steps may exist for your specific project space and tile. Consult with your local contractor or tile installer for more precise advice relevant to your tile project. Click here to view instructions for how to install Saltillo tile on a concrete slab. …

Cement tile flooring – it’s been the craze in recent years, and it doesn’t seem like the trend is slowing anytime soon.

The varieties of these decorative concrete tiles are unlimited. From traditional designs, geometric shapes, and customizable tiles, everyone wants to get their hands on encaustic-style cement tile. And, while installing cement tile is easy to do, it’s also easy to mess up if the correct products AND processes are not followed.

So, let’s dive into the 5 Things NOT to Do with Cement Tile Flooring.

Check out this short video for tips and guidelines to properly install Cement Tile. The professionals at Rustico Tile and Stone take you through a step-by-step video tutorial for the basics of cement tile installation.  As with any of our recommendations, consult with your local contractor who can assess your specific space.  Make Every Space Count!

Some people like to make things more difficult than necessary. I happen to be an expert on this subject. I learn lessons the hard way. Frequently. (Sigh) Installing and maintaining cement tile floors should not cause strife in your life. Avoid these common mistakes that people make with cement tile floors and save your hard lessons for more important things …

Let’s squelch some confusion about what characteristics you can expect with handmade Mexican Saltillo tile. In our web-based world, there are plenty of misleading ideas about what’s normal and what’s not. At Rustico Tile and Stone, we know handmade Mexican Saltillo tile well—very well. We offer no embellishment to the nature of these beautiful floors – you either like Saltillo flooring …