Posted by Paul O'Dell - Floor Craftsman - Lancaster Fine Flooring on December 06, 1999 at 20:35:41:
In Reply to: exterior tile over wood substrate posted by Viviana on November 30, 1999 at 17:02:10:
: I have an odd situation that due to an oversight in our detailing we must lay tile over plywood in an exterior condition. I'd like to know if anyone has a suggestion on how to deal with situation, considering a required stiffness is needed to avoid cracking. Should the mortar include mesh? Please suggest.
: thank you
Schluter Systems has a wide variety of solutions for the problems that face you Viviana. The task you wish to perform is not an easy one that will require multiple steps to ensure quality. A mud-base with multiple layers for weathering effects, drainage, and aesthetics will ensure your enjoyment of this exterior tiling solution for many years. Before Schluter Systems, tiling exterior wood areas either was not done, or done with not much success. Email me for more info on Schluter Systems. But be careful for low prices in your search for a solution. You get what you pay for and a Schluter Systems solution is not the least expensive.
Good Luck Ma'am