What to do if the tiles are cracked
Cracked ceramic tile gaps are a common problem in home decoration. They not only affect the appearance, but may also harbor dirt and even cause the ceramic tiles to loosen. The following is a detailed treatment plan for ceramic tile cracking, compiled based on the hot topics and hot content on the Internet in the past 10 days.
1. Common causes of cracking of ceramic tile joints
| Cause classification | Specific instructions | Proportion (sampled data) |
|---|---|---|
| Aging of caulking materials | Ordinary cement-based caulking agents tend to powder after 3-5 years of use | 42% |
| Base deformation | Basement displacement caused by building settlement or temperature difference | 28% |
| Improper construction | Caulking is not compacted or the base is not cleaned | 20% |
| humid environment | Bathrooms and other areas are exposed to moisture for a long time | 10% |
2. Six-step treatment plan
Step 1: Clean the gaps
Use a seam cleaner or electric seam cleaner to completely remove the old caulking material. It is recommended to leave a base seam depth of 2-3mm. Recommended recently popular tools:Delixi electric sewing machine(No. 3 on Douyin’s best-selling list)
Step 2: Sterilization treatment
Spray mildew remover on gaps in damp areas. Popular product data:
| Product name | Mold removal rate | price range |
|---|---|---|
| Velox tile mildew remover | 99.2% | 25-35 yuan |
| 84 disinfectant | 90.5% | 5-8 yuan |
Step 3: Choose Caulking Material
According to JD.com 618 sales data comparison:
| Material type | Service life | Applicable scenarios |
|---|---|---|
| Epoxy colored sand | 8-10 years | living room/bedroom |
| Seam beauty agent | 5-7 years | Kitchen/bathroom |
Step 4: Professional Construction Essentials
① Keep the ambient temperature at 5-35℃ (Xiaohongshu’s popular notes emphasize temperature difference control)
② Use the 45-degree oblique angle glue method (the number of views of the construction video at Station B exceeds 500,000)
③ Use caulking balls for every 2 square meters of construction
Step 5: Maintenance and Management
Avoid getting wet within 24 hours after construction, and do not use acidic cleaners within 7 days. Baidu Index shows that the search volume for "beautiful seam maintenance" increased by 120% week-on-week.
3. Tips to prevent cracking
1. Annual inspection: Hardness test for caulking more than 5 years old (scratch with a key and no powder will fall off)
2. Environmental control: Keep the bathroom humidity ≤70% (Xiaomi hygrometer data linkage)
3. Edge reinforcement: Use nano-coating on gaps that are often stepped on (Taobao's new product "Gap Coating Agent" has monthly sales of 2,000+)
4. Maintenance cost reference
| Maintenance method | Unit price (yuan/meter) | Warranty period |
|---|---|---|
| DIY patching | 3-8 | 1 year |
| Professional sewing | 15-30 | 3 years |
Note: The above data is compiled from Tmall Home Decoration Festival, 58 city service quotations and decoration forum surveys, and was last updated on June 15, 2023.
Through systematic treatment and maintenance, ceramic tile gap problems can be effectively solved. It is recommended to choose the appropriate solution according to the specific scenario. For large-scale cracking or hollowing of ceramic tiles, professionals should be contacted in time for overall maintenance.
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