3/16 V notch - sheet membrane and small mosaics 1/4 x 1/4 square notch - small mosaics, 2in mosaic and subway 3/8 x 1/4 square notch - 12x12 tile (was popular in early 2000s) 1/2 x 1/2 square notch - 12x24 tile (most common size today) Margin trowel - scrapping inside bucket and adding and removing Thinset 6in drywall taping knife - spreading Thinset behind sheet membranes
I'm a union trained 35+ year tile setter. The 1/8" triangle notch used to be called a mastic trowel. It's good for use with thinset for small tiles like 1" and glass mosaics too. A few years ago I came across a nice 3/16 square notch trowel and I love it for 3x6 subway (better than a 1/4" notch). One thing you didn't mention is brand. A DIYer should get whatever but anyone looking to make a career of tile should invest in Marshalltown. The quality of steel matters especially in the margin trowel. BTW, all trades should have a margin trowel. It's one of the handiest tools ever. I saw flat trowels there. I hope it's because you guys know how to float. Good video though.
Hi I'm Tashana from Jamaica and I have been watching your videos alot to help me with a short tiling course that I have recently completed and looking to go into the tiling business. This video has been helpful as your other videos have been, thank you.
Ive been watching you videos since spring in order to prepare for my upcoming bathroom and kitchen remodel from the floor joists up. People (old people) in my life think it's crazy and doubt my abilities. However they don't know the power of people like you who's knowledge is in my pocket. Your videos have been extremely helpful. I'm looking forward to the ones to come.
Just finished the demo on my bathroom after finding a leak where the tub meets the wall. Found it early though! Glad I came across your channel. Your videos are great! Thanks for the content!
Nice tutorial, very straight forward, no bs. Im installing some Chevron stone tile around my gas fireplace & on the floor. This video was very helpful!
Thanks because I haven’t done any tile work since 1999. So getting a refresher course is perfect, times have changed and so have the procedures of installation.
Very Helpful Information. I went to one of the big box stores and they had no idea what trowel size to use on subway tiles. I went to the tile manufacturer's website and they danced around the answer.
25 years tiling and learning more from you wt each video.would love tips on grouting shower ceilings.Messy even wt skill.Small amounts in dab motion slowly and patience is all I can figure. Also started my own small business recently tiling decades for Others.How do I competivly price based on MY SKILL AND CRAFTSMANSHIP LEVEL which deserves to be higher than 80% of the corner cutting hacks out there.Why do I feel bad or u comfortable trying to charge adequately? Proving my CRAFTSMANSHIP is better than Most explaining in details the difference over n over! Your videos hopefully are helping tile guys do things right and better even though most followers may be DYI newbies.
Thank-you! The information was surprising to me. (Last time I set tile was in the late 70s.) The milk crate is a great idea. I "got it" in an instant; no need to explain. Most of us are well experienced in stealing good ideas.
Excellent! - Isaac, Thank you very much! - I appreciate your videos and instructions as well as the information you provide! Your videos are some of the most informative and precisely explained on TH-cam and the Web.
Very helpful video. I’ve seen so many “how to” tile videos lately, and I always come back to yours. You not only cover the “how to” but I like that you share the “why”. As an amateur DIYer, your expert opinion is appreciated. Overall, excellent channel! Keep them coming!
perfect timing! I did a search on google just now then came to youtube. This popped up without me searching! Issac when this pandemic is over I need to buy you a beer. You've been awesome with your content!
I am so stoked you are doing this series. Whether you are an experienced or first time tile installer you can learn so much going through all the motions (or videos) of someone like yourself explaining why and how they do what they do. I am looking forward to this, and will have my paper and pencil ready! Thanks again Tile coach!
Great video! Can't wait to see your beginner tile course! A couple of additional points probably worth noting. 1. The importance of a quality trowel and trusted brand. It looks like you have the Marshalltown brand trowels there and they are also one of my favorites! Rubi is another good one. 2. For even larger tiles, like very long wood planks, a 3/4" U notch trowel is good to have to lay down a little more mortar and make the ridges easier to collapse.
Thank you im a diyer and i bouth the 1/2X1/2 for some large pieces that i will be setting up my fellow coworkers (building Inspectors) said no thats too big but based on what I had researched that is what i needed not only that but its a sweet in your face backfire to them Thanks!!!!!!!!! BTW a ton of information shared on a short time frame was amazing and to the point keep em coming
Thank you Tile Coach. Thanks to your videos for diyrs I started my first tiling job with 12*24 ceramic planks. I'm just having a tough time keeping the thinset in the substrate and not on top of the tile and myself. It can get very messy.😫 Lol..
Hello , I have found the bigger the tile I use a 3/4x3/4 trowel . Also I dampen each tile as if it were natural stone , I have found through the years the thinset does bond better . I'm not telling you that you should do this just passing on my experience . I rate your videos and teaching highly , all the very best .
Thanks Isaac for all your videos, I've been following for awhile now and really looking forward to the beginner tutorials. I've never tiled before, but after watching so many of your videos, I'd feel confident starting... Now just to convince the wife I'm ready! lol
thank You! my knowledge was 0, but after looking Your videos i can be confident to start my first tiling tomorrow:) also i realized that i bought wrong notch.. darn
Informative video. I have been waiting for this one. Best one I have seen on what trowels to use. You made it simple, clear, and easy to understand with examples.
Thank you for this. Doing my first bathroom remodel with tile walls and tub. I made the mistake of listening to the guy at Lowe’s on what trowel size to get for 4x12 subway tile. He recommended the 3/16 v notch… I’m currently redoing almost the whole back wall of my shower/tub now
It’s great to learn from someone who is passionate about what they do. Great videos, thank you for sharing your experience and I look forward to the beginners course.
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I don't comment on videos very much. I just wanted to tell you how helpful you are. Thanks a lot for your time and knowledge. You are a TH-cam gem!
You're a legend, giving away the trade base info for free.
3/16 V notch - sheet membrane and small mosaics
1/4 x 1/4 square notch - small mosaics, 2in mosaic and subway
3/8 x 1/4 square notch - 12x12 tile (was popular in early 2000s)
1/2 x 1/2 square notch - 12x24 tile (most common size today)
Margin trowel - scrapping inside bucket and adding and removing Thinset
6in drywall taping knife - spreading Thinset behind sheet membranes
I'm a union trained 35+ year tile setter. The 1/8" triangle notch used to be called a mastic trowel. It's good for use with thinset for small tiles like 1" and glass mosaics too. A few years ago I came across a nice 3/16 square notch trowel and I love it for 3x6 subway (better than a 1/4" notch).
One thing you didn't mention is brand. A DIYer should get whatever but anyone looking to make a career of tile should invest in Marshalltown. The quality of steel matters especially in the margin trowel. BTW, all trades should have a margin trowel. It's one of the handiest tools ever.
I saw flat trowels there. I hope it's because you guys know how to float.
Good video though.
Hi I'm Tashana from Jamaica and I have been watching your videos alot to help me with a short tiling course that I have recently completed and looking to go into the tiling business. This video has been helpful as your other videos have been, thank you.
I'm not a beginner, but it's always nice to just check in to make sure I'm up to date with any changes or new product in the industry! Thank you
Great Advice bro, appreciate you. Big up from Canada
Valuable video 🤜🏾🤛🏾
Ive been watching you videos since spring in order to prepare for my upcoming bathroom and kitchen remodel from the floor joists up. People (old people) in my life think it's crazy and doubt my abilities. However they don't know the power of people like you who's knowledge is in my pocket. Your videos have been extremely helpful. I'm looking forward to the ones to come.
You never stop learning thank you.
Just finished the demo on my bathroom after finding a leak where the tub meets the wall. Found it early though! Glad I came across your channel. Your videos are great! Thanks for the content!
Nice tutorial, very straight forward, no bs. Im installing some Chevron stone tile around my gas fireplace & on the floor. This video was very helpful!
Thanks because I haven’t done any tile work since 1999. So getting a refresher course is perfect, times have changed and so have the procedures of installation.
Thanks. Always was unsure about the proper trowel to use on my home tile projects. Your guidance is appreciated.
Very Helpful Information. I went to one of the big box stores and they had no idea what trowel size to use on subway tiles. I went to the tile manufacturer's website and they danced around the answer.
25 years tiling and learning more from you wt each video.would love tips on grouting shower ceilings.Messy even wt skill.Small amounts in dab motion slowly and patience is all I can figure. Also started my own small business recently tiling decades for Others.How do I competivly price based on MY SKILL AND CRAFTSMANSHIP LEVEL which deserves to be higher than 80% of the corner cutting hacks out there.Why do I feel bad or u comfortable trying to charge adequately? Proving my CRAFTSMANSHIP is better than Most explaining in details the difference over n over!
Your videos hopefully are helping tile guys do things right and better even though most followers may be DYI newbies.
This video is still bringing value to us laymen. Thank you.
I love you, Isaac. Thank you for the introductory level series.
Thanks for posting all your videos, Issac!
Thank-you! The information was surprising to me. (Last time I set tile was in the late 70s.) The milk crate is a great idea. I "got it" in an instant; no need to explain. Most of us are well experienced in stealing good ideas.
I do tile as well. I'm a good at what I do but I'm a shifty teacher. I made the new guy watch this so he understood. Lol. Thanks man.
A happy new year to you coach I watch all of your videos they have started me in the tile business thank you.
I love the way you explain about what kind of trowel you needed for tilling.
I'm gonna finish a bathroom with a Schluter system. This video was very helpful for picking the tools I'll need. Thanks
Excellent! - Isaac, Thank you very much! - I appreciate your videos and instructions as well as the information you provide! Your videos are some of the most informative and precisely explained on TH-cam and the Web.
I find your tutorials great .You have really become my coach.Keep on with the good work
Excellent info thank you! I do tile once every ten years so I forget what I’ve learned and have to start from scratch every time!
Very helpful video. I’ve seen so many “how to” tile videos lately, and I always come back to yours. You not only cover the “how to” but I like that you share the “why”. As an amateur DIYer, your expert opinion is appreciated. Overall, excellent channel! Keep them coming!
perfect timing! I did a search on google just now then came to youtube. This popped up without me searching! Issac when this pandemic is over I need to buy you a beer. You've been awesome with your content!
Thank you for the clear explanation of the trowels.
I wasn't sure what size trowel to use. Thank you for making this video!
The mix of beginner, advanced, and troubleshooting is perfect. I’m adding tiling to my remodeling business and your videos have been helpful.
Thank You so much, I would have been lost without your knowledge on trowels. I am on my way to lowes now.
I am so stoked you are doing this series. Whether you are an experienced or first time tile installer you can learn so much going through all the motions (or videos) of someone like yourself explaining why and how they do what they do.
I am looking forward to this, and will have my paper and pencil ready!
Thanks again Tile coach!
Great video! Can't wait to see your beginner tile course!
A couple of additional points probably worth noting.
1. The importance of a quality trowel and trusted brand. It looks like you have the Marshalltown brand trowels there and they are also one of my favorites! Rubi is another good one.
2. For even larger tiles, like very long wood planks, a 3/4" U notch trowel is good to have to lay down a little more mortar and make the ridges easier to collapse.
This info is more valuable than you know. In fact some people have to apprentice to learn it. Thanks man!
Thank you im a diyer and i bouth the 1/2X1/2 for some large pieces that i will be setting up my fellow coworkers (building Inspectors) said no thats too big but based on what I had researched that is what i needed not only that but its a sweet in your face backfire to them Thanks!!!!!!!!! BTW a ton of information shared on a short time frame was amazing and to the point keep em coming
Short and right to the point. Very helpful and much appreciated. Thank you, Issac.
thank you bro I've been learning a lot from you God bless
All your videos are most informative and appreciated. Looking forward to your upcoming series on tile setting.
Great advice. Just purchased a 6mm square notched trowel and Edge trowel goes alongside my 12 mm notched ox trowel.
Thank you for your videos, you have quickly become my favorite go to for tile videos while remodeling my bathrooms!
Wow, thank you!
Thank you Tile Coach. Thanks to your videos for diyrs I started my first tiling job with 12*24 ceramic planks. I'm just having a tough time keeping the thinset in the substrate and not on top of the tile and myself. It can get very messy.😫 Lol..
Thanks you have help me a lot to have confidence in my DIY projects please keep them coming.
Hello , I have found the bigger the tile I use a 3/4x3/4 trowel . Also I dampen each tile as if it were natural stone , I have found through the years the thinset does bond better . I'm not telling you that you should do this just passing on my experience . I rate your videos and teaching highly , all the very best .
This was super helpful. Was going to use the wrong trowel and im glad I watched this!!!
These videos are of value to me. Keep em comin'
Good video, simple, quick and informative.
Great video! I'm glad you are helping people out with this skilled labor.
Simple and straightforwad instruction.
Thanks Isaac for all your videos, I've been following for awhile now and really looking forward to the beginner tutorials. I've never tiled before, but after watching so many of your videos, I'd feel confident starting... Now just to convince the wife I'm ready! lol
Thank you so much for your trowel information it’s very well explained for a beginner
These videos are of value to me.
thank You! my knowledge was 0, but after looking Your videos i can be confident to start my first tiling tomorrow:) also i realized that i bought wrong notch.. darn
Exactly what i was looking for to install my mosaics today and my wood look tiles. Thank you!
I'm glad you made this video
Half inch trowels forsures that way to go! Dope videos brotha.
Informative video. I have been waiting for this one. Best one I have seen on what trowels to use. You made it simple, clear, and easy to understand with examples.
Loving all your videos. Starting a bathroom reno and have been taking notes on your Schluter videos. Excited for the beginner tile series. Thanks!
Thanks! nice video!
Greetings from Germany!
full send bro never lift knowledge is power!
Looking forward to next video
Just when I needed it. Thanks!
Very informative video. Really looking forward to seeing your beginner series.
Very very helpful video. Am a beginner and I need these.. thanks
Great informational video thank you Isaac.!!
Thank you for this. Doing my first bathroom remodel with tile walls and tub. I made the mistake of listening to the guy at Lowe’s on what trowel size to get for 4x12 subway tile. He recommended the 3/16 v notch… I’m currently redoing almost the whole back wall of my shower/tub now
Thank you for your advice this will help me with my bathroom project.
Good info straight to the point thanks. I am doing the kitchen floor first. Then bathroom
Very useful guide for trowels, thanks!
Awesome informative video . Thanks coach
Yes very helpful I've subscribed and will be following you I have 3 bathrooms to do.
It’s great to learn from someone who is passionate about what they do. Great videos, thank you for sharing your experience and I look forward to the beginners course.
Precise as usual
Fan from Montreal
So glad to find you man! Where can I find the beginners guide series ? :)
Perfect, perfect, perfect! Thanks buddy!!
Great video...simple and clear
I used 1 trowel for pretty much all sizes besides mosaic. It's a premium multinotch trowel. Saves thinset as well
Thank you for the informative video, new to tiling. Working on my laundry room right now. Up to the thinset but haven't mixed.
Thank you Isaac
Again... Super helpful. Thank you!
Thanks for the video!! Been looking for this!! Doing my own shower now...
Thank you your video helped me a lot.
Another great videos. Thanks
Another great video!
Really looking forward to the new series of videos 🙏.. this video (like all of your videos), have been very helpful and simple. Thank you
Great video
Can’t wait to see the beginner series
Thanks for all the great help
Thanks, very useful
Thank you very much....it was really helpful to me
Great video 👍
good clear practical info,thanks
Thanks you a lot, I learnt lot of useful videos from you, Ill keep waiting for coming videos
Nice Sir, Good Idea to Select a trowel size for tiles👍
You are the best dude
Great TIPS for anyone in the trades.
Also, just go to show, that different “Trades Skill Sets” can overlap a bit w/in a given Trade
Cheers✌🏼
Great info! Always interested to hear what tools the Pros use!
Very useful video! Thanks!
Love this...Looking forward to the other video in this series what a great idea! Thanks!
Good stuff, looking forward to more!
More to come!
good video ,lots of good information
Yes. Very well explained.ty