STEP 5: TILE AND GROUT

A. Check the heating wire is fully taped and secure.

B. Tile as normal, taking care not to damage or dislodge the heating wire.
If tiling with mosaic or similar tiles, it is advisable to cover the heating element with latex self-levelling compound before tiling.

When using a notched trowel, gently comb the adhesive in straight lines in the same direction as the runs of the heating wire.

DO NOT lift tiles once the adhesive is dry, as this will damage the heating wire.

C. Grout the floor as soon as possible as per the manufacturers instructions.

DO NOT switch on the heater until the tile adhesive is fully dried (minimum 7 days).

Remember: Use ceramic tile adhesives and grouts suitable for use with underfloor heating.

Check the underfloor floor heater is working directly before commencing tiling.