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An update to the mixing instructions for Schluter All-Set (Your monthly Email)
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A personal storyThis email is a week late and I didn't have a lot of tile content this month. Here's what I did instead: I attended the big annual tile trade show held in Atlanta. Then, I extended my stay by a few days and drove up to the northern part of the state and visited my 90 year old Aunt Jean (technically my mother's aunt, so my great aunt). Before this took place, I scanned a bunch of old family photos so I could talk to her about them and record our conversation. My thinking is that it would be nice to hand this recording down along with the photos so decendents can hear directly from this 1930's born woman in her own voice. Jean is a twin and her sister was killed in a car crash when they were 15 years old. She told me the story about what happened that night along with other stories of her past. Next month, I'll be back to my regular tile updates. I'm in the middle of writing one post that has already turned into two. In the meantime, you can catch my tool and product highlights from the trade show in the video below. New at DIYTileGuyA video highlighting my top 5 tile tools and installation products from Coverings 2024 in Atlanta Georgia. Exact Batch Cheat SheetAs mentioned last month, Schluter has made some changes to their thinsets and also they have altered their recommended water quantities as a result. My understanding is that the new formula batches can be identified by having a QR code on the front of the bag. I bought one of these bags and remixed the formula. To my surprise, the water ratio is the exact same as what is on the Cheat Sheet. 76 ounces. If you have any trouble with Schluter All-Set, let me know, but I don't think I made a mistake. Also, please remember that the batches are measured by volume and not by weight. I don't want you taking your kitchen food scale out to the garage. Your direct link to the Exact Batch Cheat Sheet password: dtgsubscriber Follow me! |
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