Prepare and Lay First Tiles

What happens here

Begin laying the Madison Celeste polished porcelain tiles. The video demonstrates using a half-inch trowel to spread the thin-set mortar onto the floor. For large format tiles, it's also crucial to 'back-butter' each tile by applying a thin layer of thin-set to the back of the tile as well. This ensures maximum coverage and reduces air bubbles, preventing hollow spots and increasing bond strength. Place the first tile carefully into the thin-set.

Goal: Properly apply thin-set and lay the initial tiles.