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Gundlach Mahogany Wood Float

Gundlach
Original price $9.01 - Original price $9.01
Original price
$9.01
$9.01 - $9.01
Current price $9.01

Preferred by many tile setters for troweling mortar and building mud beds. Has full sized comfortable offset handle. Long wearing mahogany will out...

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Bihui Tools 12 Line Laser Level

BIHUI
Original price $299.00 - Original price $299.00
Original price
$299.00
$299.00 - $299.00
Current price $299.00

Professional grade rechargeable 360° self-leveling green beam 12 lines laser level Included Accessories: USB charging cable Lithium-ion Battery La...

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Ledger Board Pro

Gundlach
Original price $69.95 - Original price $69.95
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$69.95
$69.95 - $69.95
Current price $69.95

The LEDGER BOARD PRO is designed to span a gap between horizontal surfaces and support tile or other material until the mortar or adhesive has set ...

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Gundlach Ultigrip Finishing Trowels

Gundlach
Original price $13.64 - Original price $21.13
Original price
$13.64 - $21.13
$13.64 - $21.13
Current price $13.64

Used for spreading patching compounds and applying mortar beds for ceramic tile installations. They feature an exceptionally smooth high carbon bri...

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Gundlach L-Shaped Aluminum Mortar Screeds (5/set)

Gundlach
Original price $162.85 - Original price $162.85
Original price
$162.85
$162.85 - $162.85
Current price $162.85

For ceramic tile installation work, the angle type construction of this tool makes it strong and rigid. Unlike wood, it cannot warp or rot, and wil...

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Gundlach Long Aluminum Straight Edges (5/set)

Gundlach
Original price $219.51 - Original price $219.51
Original price
$219.51
$219.51 - $219.51
Current price $219.51

For ceramic tile installation work, this set has a heavy duty rectangular construction to make it our straightest and strongest aluminum straight e...

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Collomix AQiX Water Dosing Device

Collomix
Original price $299.99 - Original price $299.99
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$299.99
$299.99 - $299.99
Current price $299.99

Dosing water with precision. Mea­sure water up to 50% fas­ter Ultraprecise Battery-­op­erated Rugged design Flexible connec­tions Always the...

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iQ426HEPA Cyclonic Dust Extractor

IQ Power Tools
Original price $999.00 - Original price $999.00
Original price $999.00
$1,049.00
$1,049.00 - $1,049.00
Current price $1,049.00

From drywall dust to saw dust, the iQ426HEPA Cyclonic Dust Extractor is designed to be the most versatile dust extractor on the market today. Util...

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Pearl Vacu-Guard Dust Shrouds

Pearl Abrasive
Original price $75.19 - Original price $84.69
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$75.19 - $84.69
$75.19 - $84.69
Current price $75.19

Vacu-Guard Dust Containment System Universal Dust Shroud For dust control when grinding concrete, masonry and mortar Connects to all commercial va...

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Gundlach 8' Aluminum Straight Edge

Gundlach
Original price $105.04 - Original price $105.04
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$105.04
$105.04 - $105.04
Current price $105.04

For ceramic tile installation work, this set has a heavy duty rectangular construction to make it our straightest and strongest aluminum straight e...

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Marshalltown Alkali Resistant Joint Tape

Marshalltown
Original price $4.98 - Original price $4.98
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$4.98
$4.98 - $4.98
Current price $4.98

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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Bihui Tools Uncoupling Membrane Roller

BIHUI
Original price $199.70 - Original price $199.70
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$199.70
$199.70 - $199.70
Current price $199.70

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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Kraft Tool Magnesium Hand Float with ProForm® Handle

Kraft Tool Co.
Original price $28.95 - Original price $28.95
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$28.95
$28.95 - $28.95
Current price $28.95

Extruded magnesium hand float designed for superb floating action on cement. The 16" tough Extra-Lite™ magnesium blade features beveled edges and s...

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Gundlach 6" Straight Handle Floor Scraper

Gundlach
Original price $64.29 - Original price $64.29
Original price
$64.29
$64.29 - $64.29
Current price $64.29

For heavy duty and lengthy service. Features a sturdy blade holding bar that adds momentum to the scraping work. The stiff, razor-sharp, hardened, ...

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Pearl P2 Pro-V Swirl Cup Wheels

Pearl Abrasive
Original price $50.59 - Original price $70.59
Original price $50.59 - Original price $70.59
Original price $50.59
$39.29 - $54.89
$39.29 - $54.89
Current price $39.29

The Pearl Abrasive P2 Pro-V Swirl Cup Wheels are designed for aggressive mortar and coating removal from the substrate.  Engineered for grinding c...

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Equipment 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.