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Originally posted by dmoolenaar
The Pelican equivalent for Tile is John Bridge.
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WOW! Great site, David, thanks! I found the John Bridge Home Page just yesterday, but didn't notice the forums. If the folks there are even half as knowledgeable and helpful as Pelican is, I'm in good hands!
I agree with your comments about the grout line. For the tile I'm intending to use (16"x16"), the most common recommendation I've seen is 1/2", but that just seems to wide. I certainly will not go any wider than 3/8" but am actually leaning for 1/4". And also, dark gray is the color choice. It will look better with the tile and also go really nice with the Venetian Plaster on the walls.
Great idea about the gaged slate! If anyone will find a tripping spot, my wife will (but don't tell her I said this!
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Dottore, part of the plan is to seal the tiles
before grouting. There is a compound available that seals them very well and keeps the grout from getting into the nooks and crannies for a much cleaner finish. I'd love to see pictures of your finished work...and any you have of in-process too...you can really learn a lot by looking at those.
Bob, I'll do a search for that show, Holmes on Homes. Perhaps they have some on-line data to share.
As always, thanks for the insightful replies!!!
Randy