What I Use Before Installing Tile Floor & Why

Are you looking for the best way to prepare your floor for tile? This video will show you what I used before installing tile floor and why. My solution and recommendation is installing Schluter Ditra as your underlayment it will save you time and money in the long run. This powerful underlayment provides superior protection against moisture, offers better support and stability to tile floors, and is easy to install. Plus, it's a fantastic alternative to cement board. Don't miss out on learning what I use before installing tile flooring and why it's such an important step of the process! By preparing and using this underlayment, your tile floor will be strong and durable so that it lasts for years. See the blog post for the step-by-step tutorial: https://twofeetfirst.net/prepare-floor-schluter-ditra Check out the tools/materials we used below! 👇 // OTHER MENTIONS & RESOURCES FOR YOU: - Schluter video on install: https://youtu.be/K_XYu1I7gs8 // TOOLS & MATERIALS (affiliate): **Link to all tools and materials: https://list.joinsharedvision.com/frame/6a69dc9b29341af4bd3dce5973e2a836 - Schluter Ditra: https://homedepot.sjv.io/dob4bj - Schluter Kerdi-Band (membrane strip): https://homedepot.sjv.io/YgrWrP - thinset: https://fave.co/3kYsYU2 - buckets (I like to use a 5 gallon): https://homedepot.sjv.io/P0J0aj - water - drill: https://amzn.to/3HpYYYI - mixing paddle attachment: homedepot.sjv.io/rnknQj - scale: https://amzn.to/3Y3MgGc - 1/4" x 3/16” V-notched trowel: https://homedepot.sjv.io/gbvvPA - small taping knife: https://homedepot.sjv.io/6bBBWq - rubber float: https://amzn.to/3jy0UGY - utility knife: https://amzn.to/3EGiVu3 - tape measure: https://homedepot.sjv.io/5b2bgo // Video Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:29 - Why I used Ditra 2:42 - Installing Schluter Ditra 5:22 - Finishing touches 6:41 - What it looks like now // DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE Subscribe to YouTube: http://bit.ly/subscribeTwoFeetFirstyoutube // FOLLOW ME: @twofeetfirst Website: https://www.twofeetfirst.net Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twofeetfirst/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twofeetfirst/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/twofeetfirst/ // MUSIC: (affiliate) Soundstripe: https://soundstripe.com?fpr=twofeetfirst Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/1am21h/ // SUPPORT THIS CHANNEL: Plans & workbooks: https://shop.twofeetfirst.net/ // VIDEO GEAR: (affiliate) https://list.joinsharedvision.com/frame/371058f9d70fc562bfd75498e84abcd6 // YOU'LL LOVE THESE VIDEOS TOO: Recent Videos: http://bit.ly/twofeetfirstrecentvideos Thanks for watching! - Megan **AFFILIATE DISCLAIMER: Some links are affiliate links or referral links for your convenience. It is a way I earn advertising commissions by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services, read my full disclosure policy here: https://www.twofeetfirst.net/disclosure-privacy-policy/ TwoFeetFirst participates in various affiliate programs, including the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. TERMS OF USE DISCLAIMER: TwoFeetFirst disclaims liability for incidental or consequential damages and assumes no responsibility or liability for any loss or damage suffered by any person as a result of use of the information provided. TwoFeetFirst may publish content with tutorials. All such tutorials have been tried and completed successfully, but results may vary from person to person. Some tutorials may include the use of tools, such as hammers, saws, or hot glue guns, which can cause injury. By voluntarily following any tutorial provided by TwoFeetFirst, you assume the risk of any potential injury that may result. ** © 2023 TwoFeetFirst. All rights reserved.