i wouldn't suggest it. travertine is stone, which will expand and contract with temperature changes. if there is not a grout line the stone will crack
Yes you can install the travertine without a grout joint. Even though you butt the tile together it will still create a very small grout joint. Make sure you still grout it to fill all of the voids. It is most important in wet areas or you will have a huge problem.
Yes (if it is unsealed). Otherwise the grout will stain it.
No, the grout allows for tile expansion and contractions, without it your tile could crack but there are some tile that can be installed with minimal (1/16inch) grout lines.
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You are going to have a seam one way or another. But the bigger the slab of marble, the fewer seams. And you can use an epoxy to fill the gaps, but it will still look like a seam. And without the grout, you can have some serious expansion problems.
no you need a grout line
Yes you can install the travertine without a grout joint. Even though you butt the tile together it will still create a very small grout joint. Make sure you still grout it to fill all of the voids. It is most important in wet areas or you will have a huge problem.
The best way to install tile without grout is to use a system called "lippage control spacers." These spacers help to keep the tiles level and evenly spaced without the need for grout.
Yes (if it is unsealed). Otherwise the grout will stain it.
No, the grout allows for tile expansion and contractions, without it your tile could crack but there are some tile that can be installed with minimal (1/16inch) grout lines.
It depends on the type of tile you have. If the tile is unglazed and porous (as mostly all travertine is) then you will need to seal the tile before you grout it so that the grout does not soak into the tile and cause it to become dull. Follow the manufacturers recommendation for the tile that you have.
On antiqued finished the minimum is 1/8" grout line. On the honed you might be able to get a 1/16" grout line depending on the edging.
Yes, you can install travertine tiles on a mobile home if the structure is stable and can support the weight of the tiles. Make sure to properly prepare the surface and use appropriate adhesive and grout for mobile home installations to account for potential movement and settling. It's also important to consider the overall weight of the tiles to avoid overloading the structure. Consulting with a professional installer is recommended for a successful installation.
You will want to use a medium base WHITE mud for laying your tile. The medium base will allow you to make adjustments to level the tile and you must use white to prevent the mud from staining the tile. Keep in mind this is a natural stone. As far as the grout goes, I recommend using 3/16 to 1/8 spacers and make sure you use a sandless grout. A grout that has sand in it will scratch your tile when you float it in. Again, this is a natural stone. Do not forget to seal your tile immediately after installation and continue to do so as needed. Also, make sure you regularly clean your tile. If you spill anything clean it up immediately and do not use anything acidic as it will stain or discolor your tile. Other than that, you will enjoy your travertine for many, many years. Good Luck.
It depends on the type of tile you have. If the tile is unglazed and porous (as mostly all travertine is) then you will need to seal the tile before you grout it so that the grout does not soak into the tile and cause it to become dull. Follow the manufacturers recommendation for the tile that you have.
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Not JUST a grout no. You can get a cement that will also work as a grout but a pure grout would not have the adhesion required to stick the tiles to the wall properly, you should not use it as a cement.