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    Surface Prep Checklist for Tile

    4 min readBy Sundry Pro Shop

    Before You Set a Single Tile

    90% of tile failures trace back to bad surface prep. Rushing this step costs you callbacks, warranty claims, and your reputation. Run through this checklist every time.

    Substrate Inspection

    Flatness Check

    Moisture Testing (Critical for Concrete)

    Surface Cleaning

    Layout Planning

    Surface-Prep Catalog Products

    •Uzin NC 150 / NC 150F Self-Leveler — fiber-reinforced for large pours
    •Uzin #888 Extreme Patch — fast-set for spot repairs
    •Uzin PE 360 Plus Primer — universal primer for porous substrates
    •Wakol PU 280 Moisture Barrier — 2-component polyurethane
    •Laticrete HYDRO BAN — liquid waterproofing membrane

    Print this checklist and tape it to your job folder. It'll save you a callback.

    Continue planning this job

    Use current manufacturer instructions as the authority, then confirm exact products, quantities, availability, and pickup timing with the Pro Desk.