How to Use a Tile Levelling System

1

Spread the Mortar

• 1.1Follow steps 1 to 4 in our guide How to Install Ceramic Tile Flooring.
• 1.2Spread mortar along the layout lines, laying down enough product to fill all indentations in the membrane, covering the space of about 2-3 tiles at a time.
• 1.3Use the notched edge of a trowel to rake through the mortar to create ridges. These ridges should all be in the same direction.

2

Install the Tiles and Clips

• 2.1Following the reference lines, place a ceramic tile onto the mortar and gently press down.
• 2.2Remove excess mortar.
• 2.3Slide 2 levelling clips underneath each edge of the tile so they’re firmly embedded in the mortar. Each clip should be placed 2-3” from the corner of the tile.
• 2.4Lay the next tile up to the levelling clips, ensuring that the feet of the clips get adequate mortar coverage.

3

Insert the Wedges

• 3.1Once 2-3 tiles have been placed, insert the wedges into the clips by hand.
• 3.2Ensure the levelling system pliers are set to the correct length for the wedges used.
• 3.3Using the levelling system pliers, gently push the wedge into the clip until the surfaces of both tiles are flush and aligned.
• 3.4The wedges should be snug and encounter resistance, without being too tight (which could snap the clip).
• 3.5Repeat the process for each tile.
• 3.6As the wedges are tightened, wipe away any excess mortar from the joints, levelling clips, and wedges.
• 3.7Let everything dry for at least 24 hours, or as per the manufacturer guidelines.

4

Remove the Levelling System

• 4.1Once the mortar is dry, remove the levelling system.
• 4.2Using the rubber mallet (or your foot!), tap each clip and wedge assembly briskly in the same direction as the joint (perpendicular to the wedges).
• 4.3If any part of the clip remains in the joint, it can be removed with a utility knife and long-nose pliers.

5

Finalize the Project