Create a smooth work.
Tiling over brick pavers.
Brick pavers are typically just laid in place with sand dry morter to keep them from moving.
When tiling a floor the surface needs to be secure and firm.
Steps for tiling over a brick fireplace.
The thinset will cover the bricks and mortar and provide a flat smooth surface for tile installation.
Block paving would tend to be a bad surface for tiling over because its designed to allow the drainage passage of water through it.
Clean and prepare existing brick.
Before mixing mortar keep in mind that different mortars or tiling cement work best with.
Go over the entire area with a wire brush to dislodge any loose mortar then scrub off the soot with a rag soaked in white vinegar.
How to lay brick over existing tile step 1.
The main thing when tiling outside is to use a solid bed method of fixing this stops pools of water forming under the tiles which then freezes and pops the tile up.
Allow the thinset to cure for 24 hours before tiling.
Using a trowel spread an even layer of thinset over the bricks.
Sand off the shiny.
If possible you should remove the existing mantel for easier tile.
While this is fine for pavers it does not provide a stable surface for a tile application.
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Only way to do it right would be to pull up the pavers and lay a slab then tile.
Use the flat side and edge of the trowel to smooth the thinset eliminating any ridges or bumps.
Steps in using this method step 1.
Place drop cloths over the hearth and the floor.
Put on safety goggles gloves knee pads and a dust mask.
Rough the tile finish with a belt sander that uses a medium grit sandpaper.
Plan out your pattern layout in advance.
How to tile over a brick fireplace step 1.
Use painter s tape to mask off.
Cover the hearth with a drop cloth and remove the mantel and anything else that s attached to the brick.