Laying Instructions: Balcony
Laying Instructions - Balcony
Fitting TactTiles to a balcony, patio or roof terrace is a relatively straightforward DIY installation project. For a balcony, the sloping Edgetiles are not normally required as access is usually over a threshold. Sloping Edgetiles are necessary if you are accessing the TactTiles from another level surface, to prevent a trip hazard.
The tiles are fitted together using the male / female connections. Lay the tiles all facing the same direction and simply click together using a rubber mallet. If you make a mistake, place a baton of wood under the 'peg' side and tap the tiles apart.
When laying tiles on your balcony, start at the furthest end and lay towards the building and the door. Thus you will see a whole pattern when you look out across the balcony. Cut to fit against the building and behind the door.
TactTiles are easily cut using a Jigsaw, a Hacksaw or a Bandsaw. You can, with care, use a craft knife but a saw is recommended. The tiles can be marked for cutting using a felt tipped pen or a wax crayon.
It is helpful to have an assistant to bring you the tiles to save too much getting up and down. Enjoy the task, the job satisfaction is great!
Care & Cleaning
TactTiles balconies need little maintenance. Tiles can be swept or vacuumed (only when conditions are dry). The tiles can be washed or scrubbed using normal floor cleaners and rinsed with clean water. For stubborn marks, apply household bleach (following manufacturers' instructions) leave for a few minutres and then rinse well.
TactTiles can be lifted for maintenance of the subfloor. Either use a Lifter Tool or Unzip Tool (available from Tact) or slide a baton of wood under the tiles and tap them apart using a rubber mallet. Tiles can easily be fitted together again.



