Large-Format Tiles Lead Design Trends - A Guide to Installation

One of the latest design trends is the flexible application of large-format tiles for walls and floors, creating a focal point for a space and being used in interior design elements such as bars, bathrooms, kitchen islands, desks, and display cabinets. With their outstanding size, large-format tiles offer high aesthetic appeal with fewer grout lines, while also being easy to clean and maintain. As a result, large-format tiles provide new ideas for architects and designers to create iconic projects. In this article, Vietceramics will provide a detailed guide on the large-format tile installation process.

Tele di Marmo Revolution marble-effect tile collection Tele di Marmo Revolution marble-effect tile collection

Preparation Before Installation

Before beginning the large-format tile installation process, you need to ensure the floor surface is level, flat, and thoroughly clean to avoid problems after installation. The next step is extremely important: choosing the right tile adhesive. Here are some criteria for selecting adhesive:

  • Type of substrate
  • Type and size of tile being used
  • Whether the tile is for a floor or a wall, and for indoor or outdoor use
  • Weather conditions at the time of installation 
  • Time to start using the tiled surface after installation
Wanderlust marble-effect tile collection Wanderlust marble-effect tile collection

In Vietnam, large-format tile adhesive is typically a specialized C2-grade product from brands like Weber, Mapei, etc. When installing tiles, the manufacturer will specify the drying time for the adhesive, depending on the type used, before you can proceed with the next steps. 

When installing, you must not use a pencil (graphite) or marker to mark the tile surface, as the ink from these pens is very difficult to remove. All large-format tile collections at Vietceramics are sourced from Italy and are meticulously crafted from durable materials, with a variety of finishes that are highly aesthetic and applicable to many spaces, from homes and apartments to commercial projects.  

Cosmopolitan marble-effect tile collection Cosmopolitan marble-effect tile collection

Large-Format Tile Installation Guide

Floor Tiling Guide

When installing large-format tiles on a flat floor, following these steps will yield the best results:

Wall Tiling Guide

For a wall surface, follow these steps for large-format tile installation:

The steps to follow after installing large-format tiles on the floor and walls are as follows. Note that the grout lines need a minimum of 24 hours to completely dry and bond the tiles securely:

  • Remove the leveling clips.
  • Proceed with grouting after 24 hours.
  • Clean any leftover grout from the tile surface.
  • Apply silicone to the gaps between the tiles and the ceiling and floor.
  • Clean the floor surface a few days after grouting.

We hope this guide helps make your installation process smoother and more successful. For a better understanding of the large-format tile installation steps for floors and walls, please refer to the following video. 

Some Large-Format Tile Collections at Vietceramics

The large-format tile trend continues to gain attention with sizes such as 90x180, 90x270, 120x240, 120x260, 120x278, or 160x320 cm. Ideal for high-end hotel corridors, luxury commercial applications, or for use in living rooms and even bathrooms as a work of art, XL-sized tiles in interior design help reduce investment costs because they can be installed without the need to remove and treat the old surface. We invite you to explore the large-format tile collections on display at all Vietceramics showrooms nationwide.

Marvel Shine marble-effect tile collection Marvel Shine marble-effect tile collection
Onici marble-effect tile collection Onici marble-effect tile collection
Marvel XL marble-effect tile collection Marvel XL marble-effect tile collection
Ultra Agata marble-effect tile collection Ultra Agata marble-effect tile collection
Ultra Crystal marble-effect tile collection Ultra Crystal marble-effect tile collection
Ultra Marmi marble-effect tile collection Ultra Marmi marble-effect tile collection
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Additionally, for consultation on large-format tile applications in your space, please visit one of our nine showrooms nationwide or contact us via our website www.vietceramics.com, hotline 0797 555 299 or 1900 633 094.

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