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Hausbau4214 May 2026 23:55Good evening!
I have been advised several times to install new floor tiles with a slight slope toward the drain.
For my project, I definitely need to plan for a height difference of at least about 3 cm (1¼ inches) over a length of 180 cm (6 feet).
It would probably be much easier to lay the new tiles over the old ones. However, this would create a rather high threshold at the door. I will have to deal with some kind of threshold anyway.
If I remove the old tiles, how much lowering should I expect?
What would you recommend?
I have been advised several times to install new floor tiles with a slight slope toward the drain.
For my project, I definitely need to plan for a height difference of at least about 3 cm (1¼ inches) over a length of 180 cm (6 feet).
It would probably be much easier to lay the new tiles over the old ones. However, this would create a rather high threshold at the door. I will have to deal with some kind of threshold anyway.
If I remove the old tiles, how much lowering should I expect?
What would you recommend?
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Hausbau4218 May 2026 22:07The old tile coverings will probably need to be removed.
If I do it myself, I will need materials for the foundation with slope, waterproof wall coating, and floor filler. Around 70 euros per bag (5).
Let's see if I can at least find a professional company for some or the main work. What should be considered when choosing one?
Although, not many companies have responded.
If I do it myself, I will need materials for the foundation with slope, waterproof wall coating, and floor filler. Around 70 euros per bag (5).
Let's see if I can at least find a professional company for some or the main work. What should be considered when choosing one?
Although, not many companies have responded.
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MachsSelbst19 May 2026 19:42Why does it have to be the "fast" version that is ready for finishing after just 2-4 hours? Of course, it costs significantly more per bag and must be applied quickly. 125 kg (275 lbs) of filler is quite a statement...
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Hausbau4219 May 2026 19:58No need to do it now, the plan is simply:
- Remove tiles from the floor
- Apply waterproofing and a screed or cement with slope
- Lay tiles
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Hausbau4220 May 2026 22:54It ended up being 1 cm (0.4 inches) less – the tiles were removed. All those small mosaic pieces individually... Below that is the Styrofoam insulation and the reinforced concrete.
It doesn’t make much sense to install anything here (shower channel, floor drain, etc.). So the slope goes toward the drain under the window. Today is for waterproofing first. Tiles tomorrow.
It doesn’t make much sense to install anything here (shower channel, floor drain, etc.). So the slope goes toward the drain under the window. Today is for waterproofing first. Tiles tomorrow.