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METHOD STATEMENT
for Installing Tiles and Repairs
(Ceramic, Porcelain and Natural Stones)

Issue Status & Description Issued for Approval 

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1. INTRODUCTION …………………………………………………………………………… 3

2. SCOPE ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 3

3. PURPOSE ………………………………………………………………………………………. 3

4. MATERIALS ………………………………………………………………………………………. 3

5. RESPONSIBILITIES …………………………………………………………………………… 4

6. WORK PROCEDURE …………………………………………………………………………… 5

7. REPAIRS …………………………………………………………………………………… 6

8. SAFETY ………………………….………………………………………………............ 8

9. REFERENCES ………………………….………………………………………………............ 8

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1. INTRODUCTION:

One of the many advantage of Tiles is how easy it is to keep clean. There is no need for
harsh detergents, powders, or chemical cleaners. Tile does not require repetitive sealing
either. An installation of tile will mean simple maintenance for the lifetime of the
application.

2. SCOPE:

The purpose of this Method Statement for Installation of Floor and Wall Tiles is to outline
and describe in details the procedure, material and labor required to undertake the work
or activity in a safe and controlled manner. This activity should be performed with strict
compliance and implementation of Safety Requirements and Procedure, standard
practices, and project specification to complete the work.

3. PURPOSE:

It makes the surface even, smooth and easy to maintain. Flooring, also called as tiling
finishes, starts once the structure work of the house is completed it also includes the wall
of kitchens and bathroom together with some recreational area and kiosk. It is mostly
done after the first phase of the Electrical Finishes, Plumbing finishes and Joinery finishes.

4. MATERIALS:

Tiles Water/water drum Soft cloth or sponge

Portland Cement Pallet Brush
Sand Scraper Grout Sealer
Tile spacer Nylon thread Carton or jute sack
Cement Grout Tile cutter Drill
Level Tile Ruler Rubber Hammer
Grinder

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5. RESPONSIBILITIES:

5.1 SAFETY/ ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER

Responsible in ensuring that all activities are carried out safety patrol at the site.
Establishing the site safety plan, conducting continuous safety inspection and stop
any work deemed unsafe and a risk to personal. Taking action to rectify the unsafe
condition and report to Safety manager

5.2 SURVEYOR

Responsible in all Items on site are Setting out in its location (coordinates) and levels
in accordance with approved drawing and take care all worker to be work with their
responsibilities and make a decision when some non-conformance occurring their
report to Surveyor manager.

5.3 CONSTRUCTION MANAGER

Have the responsibility of the management or control of a work place, with their
area of authority, and must ensure this procedure is implemented. They shall
maintain Hazard and Risk register and appropriate signage for their work place; and
shall ensure that site Senior Engineer assigned for the management and execution of
work within their area of authority.

5.4 SENIOR ENGINEER

Have the responsibility of the management, supervise and control of a work place,
with their area of authority, and must ensure this procedure is implemented. They
shall maintain Hazard and Risk register and appropriate signage for their work place;
and shall ensure that site Senior Engineer assigned for the management and
execution of work within their area of authority. Always report the progress of work
to Project Manager.

5.5 SITE ENGINEER \ FORMAN

Has The responsibility in all activities on site are carried out in accordance the
construction drawing and take care all worker to be work with their responsibilities
and make a decision when some non-conformance occurring their report to senior
engineer.

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5.6 QA/QC ENGINEER

Responsible to monitor the execution and performance of the works in relation to

this method statement, approved drawings and material speciation; detect and
report non-conformance: ensure that all non-conformance; ensure that all
conformance products or activities identified are reported; purpose the corrective
and preventive action where possible and appropriate and record the completion
the Non Conformance by Report format.

6. WORK PROCEDURES:

6.1 Work preparation

A. Sand Bed under Floor Tiles, thickness should be

maintained as necessary to obtain finish floor
levels indicated on Approved Shop Drawings and
Ceramic, Porcelain or Natural Stone Tile Designs.
B. Manual spreading and compaction to obtain
uniform depth and distribution. Remove stones
and foreign materials.
C. Reinforce with chicken or mesh wire for
separation between dissimilar background or
surface must be applied:
If needed: Metal lathe 200 mm width & corner
bead as specified and required.
D. Background to receive wall tiles on vertical
surfaces to finished with wall tiles are to be
coated with dash coat to be wet cured for a
minimum of 2 days prior to setting of tiles.
E. Lightly Rinse with water prior to setting tiles.
F. Perform cutting and drilling of tile without marring visible surfaces.
G. Fit tile to electrical outlet, piping, fixtures and other penetration as shown in the shop
drawing.
H. Ceramic, Porcelain and Natural Stone tiles are to be soak in water for one hour prior to
setting in place.

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6.2 Application

6.2.1. Floors Installation.

A. Obtain center lines or starting point for both axis

as per approved shop drawing.
B. Floor tiles are to be set using thick wet mortar
bedding on uniformly distributed sand beds.
Mortar mix shall be 1:3 (1 part Portland cement
and 3 part sand) Thickness of bedding shall be
between (20-25mm). Each tile is to be beaten to
ensure bedding of tiles.
C. Start installing tiles in 1 direction alongside of the centerline.
D. Install tile on floor with 3mm tile spacer or as noted. In wet areas provide slope to
drains as per approved shop drawing.
E. Install threshold as per approved shop drawing at location indicated.

6.2.2 Walls Installation.

A. Obtain center lines or starting point for both

axis as per approved shop drawing.
B. Wall tiles are to set with thick wet mortar
bedding on walls prepared. Mortar mix 1:4
(1part Portland cement and 4 part sand)
Thickness of beddings shall range between (15-
20mm). Tiles are to be beaten and set firmly in
place to ensure full contact between tile back
and bedding in full area of tile.
C. Install tile on wall with 3mm tile spacer or as noted .
D. In wet area; install ready skirting with continuous joint on the applied floor.
E. Comply prior to installing skirting with the preparation.
F. Maintain surfaces to receive skirting to have zero joint between surface of plaster and
backside of skirting.

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6.2.3 Grouting

A. Clean joint by brush to ensure that thickness

of tile is clear and free of foreign material.
B. Add 5 kg of cement grout to 1.8 liter of water
and mix until thick creamy paste is produced;
allow to stand for 10 minutes.
C. Apply cement grout to the joint spaces
between tiles using a sponge or soft cloth.Work
the mixture into the joints grouting the
ceramics tile thickness and around the edges.
D. Remove surplus from the face of the tiles with dry cloth and run the tip as a gloves
finger or a rounded piece of wood along the grouting.
E. When the grout is dry, clean the tiles with a damp sponge.

6.2.4 Cleaning and Protecting

A. On completion of placement and grouting,

clean all ceramic tile surfaces. Remove cement
grout residue from tile as soon as possible and
Grout sealer if required.
B. Leave finished installation clean and free of
cracked, chipped, broken, hollowed sounds and
otherwise defective tile work.
C. Prohibit foot and wheel traffic from tiles floors
at least 7 days after grouting is completed.
D. Provide fixed protection or other heavy covering (cartons or jute sack) during
construction period to prevent staining, damage and wear.

7. REPAIRS:
Find a replacement tile that matches. Flooring contractors often leave spare tiles in
the garage or storage room for when the homeowner might need to repair tile
mishap.
Choose a matching grout. Borrow colored grout samples from a well-stocked
flooring supply store and bring it home to find the closest match.

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Remove the old tile completely. Be careful not to damage any of the surrounding
tiles.
►Use an electric drill with a masonry bit to drill a diagonal series of small holes into
the cracked tile, keeping drilled holes less than 1 inch (2.54 cm) apart.
►Split the tile through the horizontal hole-line by using a ball-peen hammer to tap a
cold chisel into the tile. Tap very lightly so as not to crack neighboring grout joints.
►Remove the loosened pieces. Use a flat bar to pry up any shards that you cannot
get up by hand.
►Scrape the remaining old mortar from the subfloor using a stiff-bladed scraper. It
is not important that you get every last bit up. Just make sure the area is fairly clean
of mortar.
►Vacuum up any loose dirt or debris
Set the replacement tile. Mix the thin-set mortar to a pancake batter consistency.
Let sit for 5 minutes, stir again, and begin spreading. Use a notched trowel to spread
mortar onto the subfloor and lay the new tile in. Use a level to ensure tile is laying
perfectly flat and also to determine that the newly set tile is flush with surrounding
tiles.
Grout the area according to the grout manufacturer's directions. Generally, it is
done the following way:
►Mix your grout in a clean container with fresh water. Slowly add a little bit of
water, mix and then repeat until you reach a consistency of pancake batter.
►Using a grout float, scoop out a bit of grout. Place the float at a 45-degree angle
and in diagonal strokes spread the grout in the gaps between the tiles.
►After 20-30 minutes your grout should start to harden, and you can clean the
surface of tiles with a wet sponge. You may need to do 2-3 rounds of cleaning.

8. SAFETY:

All works shall comply with safety procedure or instruction as set out in project
safety plan and municipality rules and regulations. All safety recommendations as
advised by the approved sub-contractor.
Basic PPE to be worn by all staff or laborers.
Provide lighting when working at night.

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9. REFERENCES:
ANSI A108
ANSI A118

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