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The document outlines the necessary protection measures for ceramic tiling after installation, including restrictions on traffic and the use of protective materials. No traffic is allowed for 4 days, followed by limited foot traffic for an additional 10 days, and coordination among contractors is emphasized to prevent damage. Protection materials should remain until the area is handed over to the property owner, with specific practices illustrated in accompanying figures.

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The document outlines the necessary protection measures for ceramic tiling after installation, including restrictions on traffic and the use of protective materials. No traffic is allowed for 4 days, followed by limited foot traffic for an additional 10 days, and coordination among contractors is emphasized to prevent damage. Protection materials should remain until the area is handed over to the property owner, with specific practices illustrated in accompanying figures.

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PROTECTION Ceramic Tiling

6.0 PROTECTION
The site control of environmental conditions should be maintained after completion of the tiling work, until the
longest curing time of the materials has lapsed.

No traffic is permitted on the tile flooring for 4 days after completion. After 4 days, only light foot traffic is
permitted for a further 10 days. Protection to floor tiles should be provided immediately after completion and
after defects has been rectified and surface cleaned. Works involving heavy impact vibration on areas around
the completed area should also be prohibited during the curing process for the materials.

The completed area should be covered with adequate protection to prevent any damage. Stronger protection
materials should be used for areas with heavy traffic.

It is also important that contractors communicate and co-ordinate between trades to prevent damages and
unnecessary reworks. Establishing a plan for trade working timeframe is useful in achieving an ideal curing
process and preventing work conflict between trades.

The protection material is only removed before handing over to property owner.

The photos below (Figure 6.a to 6.d) show some of the good practices for tile protection.

Laying of protection over completed floor tiles Laying of protection over completed floor tiles
Figure 6.a Figure 6.b

Laying of protection over completed floor tiles


No entry to prevent damages to completed tiles
Figure 6.c Figure 6.d

The upturn protection (Figure 6.e) at the perimeter of the wall improves robustness and reduces tearing, staining
and damage at the corners. Sufficient overlap of protection sheet is important towards achieving a sound floor
protection system.

Upturn protection at wall perimeter


Figure 6.e

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