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    rosolam Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Nov 9, 2009, 09:46 AM
    Correct Trowel for Rialto 6" Wall Tile and for Rialto 12" Floor Tile?
    I have a hardibacker tub surround that I plan to tile in 6X6 Rialto 3/8" porcelain tile and a hardibacker floor in 12x12 Rialto 3/8" porcelain tile.

    I believe I am supposed to use modified thinset in both instances, and Laticrete Spectraset has been recommended. Please confirm?

    For the floor I believe I should use a 1/4x3/8x1/4 trowel. Please confirm?

    For the walls I have seen every dimension trowel recommended. Please advise?

    I have helped lay tile before a couple times many years ago and I need to learn up a little. Please recommend any tiling 101 sites or books you feel are a good place to start.

    Thanks!
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    Jan 11, 2011, 07:13 PM
    I've done a fair amount of tiling and I'd recommend a 1/4' x 3/16" V notched trowel for 6" tile and a 1/4" x 3/8" square notched trowel for tiles larger than 8"
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