[QUOTE=JavaBrewer;6479989...That said there is an art to laying tile and frankly not many people have the patience or skill to do it right. But if you watch someone who knows what they are doing a couple times it's pretty basic really. Follow the steps and don't take shortcuts. I think that applies to many labor related crafts.[/QUOTE]
+1. I tackle LOTS of things that I've never even watched someone else do. I'm picky, and do a first rate job on everything...but I am SLOW, ...takes me forever...did I mention I was SLOOOOOOW. By the time I'm finishing up, I'm a lot faster, but a pro would do it in a fraction of the time than I can imo. I also do a lot of little things "while I'm at it" that if I would not if I were "on the clock". Grouting...I despise grouting with a passion
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