Types of tile adhesive

Description

Different adhesive materials for different types of tile, surfaces, drying times, environmental conditions and costs.

Alternative labels

tile adhesive ranges
tile-specific adhesives
tile adhesive types
adhesives for tiles
tile adhesives
typology of tile adhesives
adhesive materials for tiling
specification of tile adhesives
glue for tiles
tile glue
range of tile adhesives
adhesive materials for tiles

Skill type

knowledge

Skill reusability level

sector-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential knowledge

Types of tile adhesive is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:

Tile fitter: Tile fitters install tiles onto walls and floors. They cut tiles to the right size and shape, prepare the surface, and put the tiles in place flush and straight. Tile fitters may also take on creative and artistic projects, with some laying mosaics.
Tiling supervisor: Tiling supervisors monitor tile fitting operations. They assign tasks and take quick decisions to resolve problems.

Optional knowledge

Types of tile adhesive is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

 


 

References

  1. Types of tile adhesive – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022