How to Replace a Broken Tile Near the Baseboard
- 1). Remove the broken ceramic tile pieces, then use an awl or ice pick to remove the perimeter grouting. Cured grout will typically chip easily into small pieces for removal. Use a small broom or brush to clear the space of debris. Be sure to clear any grouting that is under the baseboard.
- 2). Clear away the old tile adhesive or thinset mortar from the floor surface where the tile was removed using a scraper or putty knife.
- 3). Apply a thin layer of acrylic tile adhesive to the back side of the replacement tile using a putty knife, then press the tile into the cleared tile space, making certain to position the tile's surface level with the adjacent tiles.
- 4). Remove excess tile adhesive that may squeeze from beneath the tile as its pressed into position using a clean rag or damp sponge.
- 5). Allow the tile to sit undisturbed for a minimum of 24 hours to give the acrylic adhesive a reasonable curing period prior to regrouting the tile.
- 6). Mix an appropriate quantity of tile grout, according to the manufacturer's specifications, and apply it to the grout joint around the replaced tiles. Press the grout mixture firmly into the joint space, then smooth away the excess grouting mixture using a damp sponge.
- 7). Allow the grout cure for a minimum of 48 hours before applying a grout sealer, if applicable.
