Any round molding is used to create a smooth, rounded edge for building corners, stairs, decks, countertops, and other areas that have sharp edges. You can order masonry units from manufacturers that already have square rounded corners.
You may often hear people refer to quarter round nose tiles or half round nose tiles. These different types are used in different areas of the home or office, but all are intended to protect tile corners.
The first thing you need to do is install the tiles in the shower area. Manufacturers provide instructions for this process, but if you are unsure of your ability to install them yourself, you should consult a mason or building contractor who can provide valuable advice.
When it comes to preparing tiles, make sure you put on the necessary safety gear before you start using an electric grinder. Although you won’t be working at high speeds, you’ll want to make sure your face and eyes are protected. Operate the grinder at the lowest possible speed, hold it flush with the tile surface and make contact with the tile in a relaxed manner. Remember to always wear gloves and a dark mask.
Move the grinder so that it reaches all angles, work slowly and don’t remove too much from the surface of the tiles. It is important that you move perpendicular and parallel to the surface so that you round them and not just crush them. It should only take about 10 minutes to get a nice rounded surface. Remember to work slowly!
When polishing tiles, you should always use a resin polishing pad or diamond polishing pad after the grinding process is complete. This polishing process will leave the tiles looking shiny and shiny. Use the same motion with the pads that you used when you were sanding the edges of the tiles and make sure the entire area is polished evenly. When you’re done grinding and polishing, use a shop vac to clean the shower area and use a brush attachment to clean the areas between the tiles (the grouted area).
If you are not sure that you can do this bullnosing job successfully, enlist the help of a professional. You can see them in action, and then you’ll know exactly what to do the next time you have this job to do.
