How to Replace a Cracked Floor Tile | Ask This Old House

[@anneoneill280]

Whenever I'm stressed, I watch This Old Home. Tommy has a solution to every problem. He measures twice and cuts once. What was broken is whole again and all is right in the world.

[@jawtheshark]

This may be the best explanation I've seen on KZbin with just simple tools.

[@valjean76]

had to wade through several videos that were clearly just ads for whatever gadget to find one that just teaches you to fix the thing.

[@alandjamal5874]

I love how it’s 3 am my time and I’m sure I’d never use this but still watched it

[@roger6703]

2:15 same thought exactly

[@jonathonphillips5832]

aland jamal joatnh

[@chidrole]

You learn something new everyday. When I replace a tile I use a 20 pound sledgehammer full swing!

[@logant7985]

Chidrole foxbody

[@MAGAMAN]

Your tiles were probably put in correctly. A tile should never come up as easy as this one did.

[@kevinjr.8768]

When I replace a title I use a 1 ton wrecking ball

[@BradPow]

We're so blessed to have so many experts weighing in on this!

[@ben-vf]

BradPow apologies lol

[@babylove8541]

I love watching "This old house" these guys really knows their stuff👍👍

[@MikeTheMaker1]

You really got lucky with the extra tile. I have never had that happen when working in remodeling. I swear every tile goes out of service the day after you buy it

[@oakmen4604]

This is perfect, cause I bought our house this year with cracked tiles and spares in the garage. I’m sure buying them would be difficult to find.

[@MikeTheMaker1]

Bernhard Jordan we always left extras behind but when people called us out for contract work, we even left hard wood floors. No one ever had extras and they got real pissy when we told them they don’t make that tile anymore, and we have to mix and match now.

[@oakmen4604]

Wait a minute, I’m sure he laid that tile improperly. That will all cause air pockets, making the tile sound hollow, and have less structural integrity, being weaker. Maybe I’m wrong, this is a patch job and not a fresh install.

[@MikeTheMaker1]

Oakmen for a single tile like that there isn’t much more you can do. As long as you wiggle the tile back and forth enough most of the air will come out. The trick is keeping the trowel marks even and the same height, the adhesive will mush out evenly and set properly.

[@MikeTheMaker1]

Matching color drove us crazy, you can't take a picture of it since the lighting never allows the colors to match up and the only thing we could do is bring a bunch of samples to the site or bring a piece back to the store.

[@vvalasek]

I seriously need this guy to come and replace my cracked tiles lol - he did a great job

[@ToutCQJM]

Tom is so pleasant to watch and listen to.

[@afa6361]

I love this guy. These videos are so informative and soothing.

[@aug.jam.1]

Hahaha loved the joke at the end, especially Tommy's reaction haha

[@imkindaagamer8295]

Be aware if you using acrylic adhesive the cure time will be much longer than using mortar. If you are a first time DIYer like myself I recommend using premixed thin mortar. Also use mortar if you are replacing more than 1 tile next to each other. And gently press down the tile using your hands don’t step on it. All the adhesive will come out the side of tiles. I made few mistakes and had to redo it. ☹️

[@richardkaufman1643]

When I had flooring /tile installed I insisted on extra tiles and grout be left for me and it has saved me several times. I also took a tile from behind refrigerator to do a repair.

[@kaelobrien5311]

Thx KZbin for recommending this to me instead of sleeping

[@helenclough4926]

I love your channel! Thank you for this. I don’t need to replace floor tiles but I do have some patching to do on my bathroom walls. I also loved your video where you did a Dutchman’s joint to patch a hole in some skirting. I’m a trained plasterer and decorator and have only done a smidgen of carpentry. Tiny bit of tiling patch for my old landlord once but nothing major in either of these areas. Your videos are massively helpful. Thanks. X

[@johanizquierdo9111]

Wow that handle technique was awesome

[@attilathehun5209]

This channel always go the easy Peasy style! Thumbs up

[@MikeSmith-qu5ew]

this was a perfect example of replacing a tile,,,,, thanks

[@chameleonlover4967]

crazy the stuff you come across sitting on the pooper.. Thanks Todd!!

[@ellenhorovitz3517]

Thank you that was so helpful since I have extra tile and one cracked … so now I know how to replace the tile I have!

[@liveinms9949]

I love how he showed this with simple tools and not $500 of electrical equipment

[@micaonyx5301]

Thanks this is so much easier. The last guy I just watched was too complicated and said you need about five or six different tools.

[@j2xosorio24]

4:14 The way he splats that chunk of motar to the floor always gets me 😂

[@nsvaluto48328]

I forgot what Tommy said about what thin set to replace that tile thanks Nick

[@Robert19951213]

I do nothing related to this work, but I'm glad I have the knowledge to do so

[@angel-cd1nm]

These vids are So satisfying

[@DIYNate]

That was helpful - now to see if I can find my matching tile I am sure is hidden somewhere in this house. Thanks for making good, helpful content - I always enjoy your videos! - DIYNate

[@rob3125]

Thank's for the tip Tom 👍👍👍👍👍 Now i learned how to replace my broken tiles on my bathroom walls.

[@kazzuo32]

This is so cool I use to be obsess about this show.

[@johnnyfeathers2567]

I use my rorozip tool when I replace broken tiles, it works like a charm!

[@verdatum]

Man, that is satisfying to watch.

[@markb448]

Thanks Tom! I have five broken tiles in my house. I'm lucky to have seven spare tiles. Guess I have my work cut out for me this weekend.

[@anthonyarroyo2672]

I love you guys I’ve save so much money and gain so much knowledge

[@blanchebreaker5062]

Excellent techniques !

[@andrewilson7538]

Mr Tommy's the man.🔨👍

[@thekaduu]

Tommy is the MAN!

[@Beeza56]

Thanks for this, just what I neede to see.

[@SELondonUSA]

Good video and comments. Is there any reason that this technique would not work with 3x12 inch marble tiles set with thinset over Hardie backer on a 3/4 inch plywood base? Thanks.

[@bettyescookingchannel]

Great instructions on how to replace cracked tiles.

[@Mackandal-]

9:54 What a jab 😂😂😂

[@NonSense-n5d]

Thank you. Please demo when not leel to next tile.

[@skyfrost_rouge1216]

Omg you guys have a youtube channel i love watching you on create

[@Alyn4220]

It's not very often I disagree with Tom but, he didn't apply the thin set properly. You should always trowel in the same direction so you don't trap air. Also he should have spread a thin layer across the back of the tile to ensure proper adhesion. That's probably the reason the last tile failed.

[@justanotherguy8791]

yes back butter the tile. Especially for a small one that can easily pop out

[@calebburns4346]

The last tile failed also because it was laid over plywood. Ply wood expands and contacts and weakens the thin set bond between the wood and the floor

[@MoneyManHolmes]

That’s correct. The plywood is also why the grout was breaking and popping out all over the room.

[@elluiz464]

BoardsByTheBay yup not to mention there is no cement board under the tile it is on plywood expect the tile to come off again real soon

[@kenk8215]

Does it matter that he was using an acrylic tile adhesive as opposed to traditional thin set?

[@erikhopkins9488]

Can you please come to Chicago.

[@atomatom6442]

Very talented sir

[@dvader3000]

Ok Lady that will be 1000 dollars.

[@karenyounger2314]

CD ROD "it's the experience your payin' for ma'am"

[@REVerbtalk]

@@karenyounger2314 "Hell no, your prices are too high. I can call Carl The Fix it guy and he can make the playground rocks match my tile." ... Calls back 3 days later because Carl ran with her money and changed his number

[@moplayz-2ube175]

CD ROD she ritch

[@angelicaj1443]

😂😂

[@jonnykroneks3798]

350 minimum

[@kamsayain3990]

Thanks for sharing .

[@annalupinski260]

Good information

[@commandokent]

Love the question portion at the end. That actually answered a couple of questions I had while watching. Thanks!

[@chrichico]

Wow. this is a great video! thank you for sharing. I can't wait to fix my tile :D

[@joea4371]

I love her shoes! Danskos are the best clogs

[@alaal-badran7401]

I Wish you shaw how you removed the old adhesive.

[@lindap8500]

I love this show

[@Sergey3023]

Hi there.Thank you for a video.Can you use the same technic of the cracked floor tile with underfloor heating or should i follow different precautions ?

[@erickmontoya2627]

I've worked in tile setting for many years and it's easier to remove the grout with an angle grinder

[@galady8632]

Erick ... Whenever possible I believe they strive to focus on repairs using less expensive and more readily available items in many homes. Plus some people might be hesitant to use a grinder.

[@Brad_R]

Fantastic!

[@tobimiller9822]

0:32 DAMNNNNN HER SHOES ARE FIRE AF🤠

[@68camarorsss33]

I love the armchair contractors in this channels comment section!!!😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂👍 It really is the best!

[@joshorjosh]

PatsCelticsFan yeah it's crazy, it's almost like some of us do tile and tile repairs for a living.

[@mlo7609]

Arm chair contractor !!! Straight up made me laugh

[@gabhandebrun1871]

68CamaroRS/SS Fuckin a right pal!! Watching way to much vids proper coverage,backbuttering Trowel direction➕adhesive Proper Surface area➕grouting fk sake Arm chair isn’t the word more like wheelchair ♿️ contractors 😂 no offense to any one in s wheelchair by the way‼️ just does my nut sack in the bloke in the was just repairing one bleeding tile Jesus take the wheel‼️

[@c8pinchaslipsky580]

I need this help exactly

[@TechDanZ]

"That's fantastic"

[@GX--X01]

Lol

[@ronrosenkaimer1096]

I am trying to figure out if I want to put tile or vinyl plank in the kitchen. We are rough on things.

[@stacyhackney6100]

Tommy made it look easy. Thank you sir.

[@heroknaderi]

Thanks 🙏

[@johnson1573]

good job

[@pluckingtheinterwebs970]

FANTASTIC

[@MikeKruzel]

Great video. Do you have any videos on replacing linoleum tiles or is pretty much the same process?

[@JodBronson]

How do you repair / replace the cracked head around my neighborhood?

[@marcosdetampa6796]

Jordan Bronson 😁

[@JodBronson]

+marcos de tampa - 😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁

[@tattoosfromgrease]

Should there have been cement board under the tile? Plywood will expand and contract? Just curious

[@CT393]

Is there a video on replacing dried and cracked grout? I have some bathroom tile floors in which the tiles are in good shape but somehow the grout itself has cracked and broken.

[@johnsmith1882-x2i]

What kind of adhesive did he use?

[@rubensanchez1797]

beautiful job....

[@rowebil00]

Wow ain't I in the same position. Then I really thought so when she said the old owners left tile in the basement. Hey me too! Just as I was going to message them and ask if we can do a video with tiles, I found this.

[@cmetube]

I love how you don't use expensive power tools!

[@donnamoore2153]

“Old loose adhesive”…, what about old stuck adhesive? I wish mine was loose. Any tips on removing stuck, dry adhesive?

[@nutkizzle]

They really glossed over that part. I imagine a hammer and chisel was used for that (you can see it as they remove the old tile).

[@chicagowsox212]

Let’s just end all the arguments. Tom Silva for President 2020

[@psprim711]

Tks for sharing

[@nukelaloosh4795]

fantastic

[@michaelpcleary]

Any reason you only razor cut two sides of the old tile grout rather than all four?

[@rtaylor3350]

wondering why you didn't back butter the tile before you placed it on the floor? I was always told it sticks better when you back butter the tile

[@xgum]

5:32 what if it isnt level? what could you possibly do

[@MaraxYTube]

tiles on a wood ? just when i thought i have seen it all

[@Ariccio123]

Saw that once in my bathroom. I only did because it (of course) went to shit over the years

[@daleleibfried8648]

marax you must not do houses for a living, it happens a lot. Not right but, very common

[@oldtwinsna8347]

done all the time for hack jobs - looks just fine when it's done. long term is another question but when you just pretty stuff up to reap in $ it doesn't matter.

[@kc0jtl]

Thought the same thing, need concrete board at least.

[@aliciadelfino4670]

It's not cheaply made.. it's common in New England house building as houses need to flex more up here with the freeze/thaw... not many houses built on slabs up here.

[@DreyDreyDrey]

He skipped the 45 mins of cleaning out all of the old and adhesive.

[@jasweb147]

Yes, that part takes a while to get up the old mortar or mastic. I use a carbide bit on my Dremel Multimax. Cheers!

[@miagi84]

Well, it's better than watching paint dry I guess. He actually explained that part and showed the finish before applying the acrylic set.

[@christosvolikakis1523]

I’m doing exactly this at my fathers house. You don’t need to chip or sand away the old adhesive just the loose pieces? MeaningYou can just simply trowel over the old adhesive with new adhesive ?

[@japan-e9j]

Perfect job

[@bee_bee182]

List for me materials and tools needed for this job please

[@chrisryanh3758]

That’s fantastic

[@mattiapascal9151]

👍👍👍 Bravissimo 👍👍👍

[@pepperrae36]

I noticed that when you removed the cracked tile you also loosened the tile next to it. Do you have to regrout the entire area again? Won't the adjacent tile begin to leak if you wash the floor? Also, is there a special way to remove old mastic?

[@COYO-T]

Why was the new tile replacement not buttered before laying it down?

[@SanchosKiddo]

5:08 (Tom drops the tile) "AW GAWD DAMMIT!"

[@scottlipscombeful]

Thank you :)

[@galaxymk]

What about if you have a concrete slab?

[@samilparikh]

Can you do how to fix a lose tile? I'd like to know. Please.

[@christinewilson8861]

Do you need to buy more tile when your tile is loose

[@khuramhussain7802]

One lesson to learn from this is keep some extra tiles, just incase any tile gets damaged.

[@thienphuong9793]

Please instruct replace tiles on sunken floor

[@KarenSanchez-nerakso]

What about if I don't find have the same title? :( Is there something that can be done? My title around the sink broke in the corner, is there a mix or something you can put to makes it look better. The title is white.

[@iluvgtasan]

Who else is burying a body under their kitchen and needs to learn how to replace tiles?

[@gabbylecious]

iluvgtasan Me

[@theyhatekath]

Me

[@finnparker1896]

Nice try FBI

[@aaronmaruri]

FBI OPEN UP!

[@edttt4491]

Gonna miss Roger, always helped me get the compost just right with the best bodies. Back yard looks great.

[@peger]

3:39 I'm not an expert, but shouldn't there be such void spaces under tiles?

[@janetedens]

Thank you, I think I can do that.

[@rajaaalburaie5445]

Hi Tom,I have cracked tiles and it all comes over so I removed it then I noticed that it started to crack other tiles now it stopped cracking other tiles but I can't do the same it's below the depth of my swimming pool around two meters deep. I don't know what to do Tom we don't have a company here that fix everything inside homes .Please advice me and alert me when you do have a similar problem like mine ,thank you Tom.