Hard Skills
IntermediateSurface PreparationThe process of cleaning, leveling, and priming surfaces like floors or walls to ensure tiles adhere properly and remain level.
IntermediateTile Cutting and ShapingUtilizing manual cutters, wet saws, and nippers to precisely resize tiles for edges, corners, and plumbing fixtures.
BasicGrouting and SealingThe application of grout into tile joints and the subsequent sealing to provide waterproofing and structural stability.
AdvancedBlueprint and Layout InterpretationReading and translating architectural drawings into physical layouts, including calculating starting points and patterns.
IntermediateAdhesive Selection and MixingChoosing and preparing the correct mortar, thin-set, or mastic based on tile material, substrate, and environmental conditions.