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SikaLevel-025 Patch
Sika
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RAPID SETTING, POLYMER MODIFIED, CEMENT-BASED PATCHING COMPOUND SikaLevel®-025 Patch is a fast drying, self-curing, polymer-modified, cement-based...
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Marshalltown Alkali Resistant Joint Tape
Marshalltown
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Marshalltown Alkali Resistand Joint Tape allows you to finish joints quickly and with minimal mess. Choose from two styles of mesh tape. The Alkali...
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MagnaPanel Contractor Kit
MagnaPanel
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Make flush-mounted magnetic access panels any size you want! Typical installations utilize cement backer board with tile, plywood panels, solid sur...
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Kraft Tool 24" Wood Frame Stainless Steel Smoother with Threaded Bracket
Kraft Tool Co.
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The 24" blade allows for clean even coverage of materials. Stainless steel blade smooths coatings for a clean, flat finish. Laminated wood mounting...
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Pearl Abrasive Hexpin Screw For #4 Hex Chip
Pearl Abrasive
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Sold individually For Very Aggressive #4 Carbide Chip Hexpin attachments as well as plates and blocks 3/16 Allen
Kraft Tool 36" Gauge Rake Pro™ Head
Kraft Tool Co.
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The 36" Gauge Rake Pro™ allows for a uniform coating of surface with self-leveling, high performance flooring, underlayments, decorative concrete, ...
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Pearl Abrasive Carbide Holder for #4 Chip
Pearl Abrasive
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Pearl Abrasive Carbide Holder Only for #4 Chip
Pearl Abrasive Carbide Holder for #1 Chip and Diamond EZ Pad
Pearl Abrasive
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Pearl Abrasive Carbide Holder Only for #1 Chip and Diamond EZ Pad
Pearl 15" Hexplate with Superclutch and (12) #3 Carbide Chip Assemblies
Pearl Abrasive
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IT DOES MORE THAN SCRAPE! The Pearl Hexpin® System has revolutionized floor preparation. Use the standard Hexpin® Plates or Hexpin® Blocks with our...
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Pearl 15" Hexplate Only with Clutch
Pearl Abrasive
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Pearl Hexplate with clutch safely prevents coupler breakage and buffer damage. Super Clutch will disengage if the Hexpin® Plate hits an obstructi...
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Pearl Hexpin #3 Agressive Replacement Carbide Chip (12 pack)
Pearl Abrasive
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Useful when taking up unusually difficult-to-remove mastics and glue. The chip has a hole to secure the chip when working in rough conditions.
Rapid Recess Blind Pipe Coupling
Rapid Recess
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This ingenious and unique pipe connector is designed for linear drain connections where there is no access to plumbing from below. The base of the...
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Bihui Tools Uncoupling Membrane Roller
BIHUI
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The Bihui Tools Uncoupling Membrane Roller features a roller and a shelf for placing 50 to 75 lbs of weight, like a bag of mortar or grout, box of ...
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Rapid Recess Bracket Kit K15 for Tub Replacements
Rapid Recess
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Plywood subfloor lowering bracket kit. One joist bay is recessed 1″below the top of the floor joists to accommodate the depth of the linear drain....
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Rapid Recess Bracket Kit T15 for Tub Replacements
Rapid Recess
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Plywood subfloor lowering bracket kit. Recess 11/16″up to 15 sq.ft. for standard tub replacement. For use with 3/4″ plywood. If used with 5/8″ plyw...
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Gundlach 5" x 6" Replacement Blade with Slots
Gundlach
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These blades are made from hardened and tempered spring steel, and give excellent results and service. Blades can be used with the following floor ...
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Sika® Level-125 Cementitious Self-Leveling Underlayment (50lb bag) - 48 bags per skid
Sika
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Sika® Level-125 is a one part, polymer modified, pumpable self-leveling underlayment for the leveling and smoothing of interior floors prior to t...
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MagnaPanel Starter Kit
MagnaPanel
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Make flush-mounted magnetic access panels any size you want! Typical installations utilize cement backer board with tile, plywood panels, solid sur...
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Pearl Abrasive 5/8-11 Quick Change Pin
Pearl Abrasive
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Quick Change™ Hexpin® A unique Hexpin® attachment with 5/8-11 reverse thread for use with a variety of Quick Change Hexpin® attachments.
Sika® Level-325 Cementitious Interior/Exterior Self-Leveling Underlayment (55lb bag) - 48 bags per skid
Sika
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Sika® Level-325 is a one-component, durable and versatile cementitious underlayment for interior and exterior concrete and cementitious substrate...
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Bihui Tools Leveling Compound Mixing Station
BIHUI
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Features: Desinged to mix up to 200 lbs of self leveling compounds with hands free 2 ergonomic handles and for an easy 2 man lift up and over o...
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Pearl Abrasive Hexpin Screw For #3 Hex Chip
Pearl Abrasive
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Kraft Tool Gauges for Gauge Rake Pro™
Kraft Tool Co.
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Apply self-leveling, high performance flooring, underlayments, decorative concrete, and other material to a precise, consistent thickness with thes...
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Kraft Tool Complete Set of Gauges for Gauge Rake Pro™ (5 Pairs)
Kraft Tool Co.
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Apply self-leveling, high performance flooring, underlayments, decorative concrete, and other material to a precise, consistent thickness with thes...
View full detailsEquipment For The Surface Prep & Layout Phase
Surface preparation and layout tools can be used on a variety of surfaces. Surface preparation tools for tile are designed to alleviate a few hassles you face with substrates that are less than ideal for tile installation.
Tile installations that look as polished as they were professionally laid require surface preparation and layout tools. Accessories like surface levelers and layout planners help build a sturdy structure with perfect alignment and a polished appearance. With the proper equipment, you can ensure flawless surface preparation, precise layout planning, and rapid tile setup.
Self-leveling compounds and floor leveling tools are two examples of surface leveling technologies that can be used to smooth out flaws in the subfloor or wall. The risk of lippage is reduced and a sturdy foundation is established for tiling thanks to the use of these accessories.
It is not a secret that prepping walls and substrates are essential for achieving the best possible installations. The tools available for tile surface preparation are designed to answer a few problems you face on a daily basis. Whether you need to skim a substrate to prepare the surface for tile, or create barriers for leveling compounds in your surface preparation, the right tools can make the prep easier and better.
It takes careful planning to succeed in the complex realm of tile installation. The basis of perfect installations is tile prep, and it is critical to have the appropriate equipment and supplies.
Setting up the substrate or surface in preparation for tile installation is known as tile prep. For the tiles to have a strong foundation, it entails making sure the surface is clean, level, and prepared. Proper tile preparation ensures an attractive installation and lengthens the tiles' durability. Cracking, uneven surfaces, and early wear are all avoided.
Tile Pro Source has put together a selection of tools and prep supplies from top manufacturers. Craftspeople with experience and amateurs alike will find something to suit their varied needs in this assortment. With the Tile Prep Collection being no different, craftsmen rely on Tile Pro Source to deliver products that are an exemplar of craftsmanship. All of the products in this collection, from primers to leveling systems, have been chosen for their dependability and quality.
Primers and adhesives are essential for priming surfaces before applying tiles, and this collection has a variety of them. Tiles will stick to the substrate firmly thanks to the high bonding capabilities of these solutions. It's critical to put tiles on a flat surface. By avoiding problems like lippage and guaranteeing a polished finish, the leveling methods in this line assist artisans in creating consistent surfaces.
With Tile Pro Source's Tile Prep Collection, artisans can have the instruments and supplies necessary for flawless preparation. Tile prep is the hidden hero of successful tile installations. With these tools, you can achieve immaculate tile installations by elevating the preparatory process, regardless of whether you're a professional craftsman handling commercial installs or a homeowner taking on a do-it-yourself project.