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    Dec 8, 2010, 09:59 AM
    Lack of mortar under ceramic tile?
    We installed tiles one tile doesn't have mortar under it in one area for about 1/2-3/4 of an inch under it. Can we mix up some more mortar then squeeze it under the tile to prevent it from breaking due to lack of support?
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    Dec 8, 2010, 01:11 PM

    Is this along an exposed edge or what?
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    Dec 8, 2010, 01:38 PM
    If you can get the mortar in, do so. Otherwise, remove the tile and start over. How big is the tile and why is the hole so deep? That's a very thick mortar base. .
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    Dec 8, 2010, 04:40 PM
    Yes, it is along an exposed edge. I can push a business card into the opening about 3/4-1inch and the length is maybe 2-21/2 inches.
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    Dec 8, 2010, 04:49 PM

    Mix a small batch of thinset out of a bag, use dry mix stuff not from a can. Mix it creamy like peanut butter and trowel it in or even use a pastry bag, they make them for mortar too.
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    Dec 8, 2010, 06:59 PM
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    Thanks. I tried out your suggestion and on checking it appears that the mortar is under the tile now. Thanks

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