The first step when preparing the concrete for tile installation is to clean the concrete.
Tile pavers over concrete.
However this isn t necessary because you can lay the pavers directly over the concrete.
Before you begin make sure your concrete is properly sloped and doesn t puddle.
Installing the tiles on top of concrete is very simple and doesn t take a lot of materials.
Glue down the last border patio blocks.
This helps drain water away from the pavers and off the concrete slab.
Before installing pavers over concrete the surface is cleaned with pressure washer to remove any dirt or debris.
The individual installation of pavers makes it possible to complete repairs with as little disturbance as possible.
They are installed so they can move with the earth as the temperatures warm and cool.
Add to that the fact that both tiles and concrete are both mineral based so it makes sense that they would be a perfect match.
Installation would be a perfect weekend project for you and your family.
Pavers are designed to be flexible with the surface.
Removing the concrete and replacing the patio with pavers involves laying a compacted gravel base layer.
With over 60 years producing architectural products wausau tile is a leading paver manufacturer along with precast concrete precast terrazzo terrazzo tile and site furnishings.
Tile tech s porcelain pavers are a lightweight and thin alternative over traditional concrete pavers specially when used on elevated roof decking applications.
If you want my recommendation i would go with the travertine pavers.
The biggest problem with laying pavers over a concrete slab is the inability for water to drain through the blocks and down into the earth.
Lay the field pavers over concrete as you would on any paver patio.
Once the concrete has dried border pavers will be glued down using mortar or a construction adhesive.
If the grades work i would dry lay it over the concrete assuming the concrete is ok.
Scrape away the excess sand and cut off the excess landscape fabric with a utility knife.
Then a one inch thick layer of sand is added across the entire area where the pavers will be laid down.
Concrete is heavy solid and provides a strong base.
Contrary to popular belief installing tiles over existing concrete actually makes a lot of sense.
This prevents dirt and rocks from getting underneath your tiles.