It is always better to use a larger trowel than you might need for the installation.
Best thinset for large format tile.
I ve never found it at a box store though.
You want something that works for exterior large format tile installations.
Select one of custom s dry set modified mortars for large and heavy tile also called medium bed mortar to support large format tile installations.
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Ft less than 99 3 99 199 9.
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A little extra thinset beneath a tile is completely acceptable not enough thinset beneath the tile is not acceptable.
Large format rapid setting tile mortar model cclftrsw50 35 87 35 87.
These mortars may be applied up to 3 4 thick and provide superior coverage and bond strength while reducing lippage between tiles.
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As a rule the larger the tile the larger the trowel.
Square notched is a personal preference.
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You re going to want a really high quality thinset for this project.
Non sag formula is the ideal solution for installation of large tiles on walls excellent for ceramic porcelain and natural stone tiles with one or more sides greater than 15 in unique non slump formulation allows for easier medium bed installation up to 3 4 in thick of large floor tiles.
Large format tile lft is 15 38 cm or greater on any side as well as heavier natural stone such as marble granite travertine slate and limestone.
19 mm thick on horizontal applications.
Thin set mortar 27 color family.
The one i prefer is bostik ditraset.
Something like custom megalite or laticrete titanium would be two of the choices.
Custom building products complete contact white 50 lb.
With a non slumping formula to eliminate lippage versabond lft can be applied to 3 4 in.