Tiling courses: a quick checklist!

What exactly are the requirements for joining tiling courses? Can you join directly after college or do you need to start tiling courses as soon as you join high school? If you are confused about how to learn to be a tiler, then this is the article for you.

Let’s take a look at what you need to be a professional tiler before applying for tiling courses.

Skill sets required for tiling courses-
1. No matter how you look at it; it’s a hands-on job. You have to work with hard and soft materials to attach tiles to prepared surfaces and the entire system is really complex. A small amount of hand working skills are really necessary before you contemplate taking up tiling courses.
2. You will need to have knowledge of construction drawings and designs. This is because most architects or interior designers jot down their design ideas in the form of construction drawings which every person who works in the construction industry can understand. You can either take up this option in your undergraduate studies in high school or take up construction electives in your college studies; both will help while applying for tiling courses.
3. Basic math is another skill you will have to learn while in high school. This is because most tiling projects will require you to accurately calculate the surface area in the scheme, and the raw materials required to complete the job. You will have to calculate surface areas, liters of adhesives and grouting materials, square feet of tiles etc required to finish the job. Almost every tiling does teach basic math as well as how to co-relate materials and square feet to judge the amount of raw materials required.
4. Accuracy and attention to detail is very essential in tiling jobs. The tiles have to be laid level and in proper joints to prevent leakage and to avoid a host of other problems. Instructors at tiling courses will supervise pilot projects to help you learn how to be accurate and meticulous while working on tiling jobs.
5. Planning designs in tiling is really essential. The tiling industry produces newer and better tiles with varied designs which change nearly every season. You should be up-to-date with the latest in designs and patterns which are used in designer kitchens and bathrooms to produce innovative and attractive designs and patterns. There are also special projects and heritage restorations which require an in-depth knowledge of tiling techniques over the centuries. No matter what type of tiling courses you select, do make sure that you are taught the different methods of tiling which evolved over the centuries and the latest in design patterns for modern tiling. There should be a separate section in your tiling courses which deals exclusively with modern design techniques in tiling like mosaic work etc.

I hope this article has taught you a lot about the skill sets you require if you sign up for tiling courses. Even if you do not have the skill, you can learn it; your tiling courses will teach you the basics and all you have to do is practice, practice and practice.