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C54 – Ceramic and Mosaic Tile Contractor

A ceramic and mosaic tile contractor prepares surfaces as necessary and installs glazed wall, ceramic, mosaic, quarry, paver, faience, glass mosaic and stone tiles; thin tile that resembles full brick, natural or simulated stone slabs for bathtubs, showers and horizontal surfaces inside of buildings, or any tile units set in the traditional or innovative tile methods, excluding hollow or structural partition tile.

The Tile (C-54) Examination is divided into five major sections. These sections are:

1. Estimating and Planning (14%)

Blueprints, specifications, and estimating
Onsite evaluation, planning, and calculation of materials
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements

2. Substrate Preparation (30%)

Demolition and site protection
Water proofing
Crack isolation and expansion joints
Lath, wire, and other reinforcements
Mortar installation
Backer boards

3. Tile Installation (31%)

Layout
Setting procedures
Grouting procedures
Sealing
Finished product protection

4. Stone Slab Fabrication and Installation (11%)

Customer education
Job site measurements
Slab fabrication
Slab installation

5. Safety (14%)

Job site safety
Personal safety
Equipment safety

*Percentages are approximate*

Sample Questions

The following questions are typical of the types of items that are on the examination. The correct answer is highlighted.

1. Which of the following products is a cleavage membrane?

a. Rosin paper

b. Coarse sand

c. 15 lb felt

d. Hot mop

2. How many square feet of tile is needed for an area that measures 2-1/2” by 4” on a plan that is 1/8” scale?

a. 10 sq. ft.

b. 160 sq. ft.

c. 576 sq. ft.

d. 640 sq. ft.

3. What information does a specification sheet contain?

a. Measurements and dimensions

b. Materials to be used in given areas

c. Tools and supplies needed for the work

d. Number of hours for each job phase

*All questions are written and reviewed by licensed contractors who are actively working in the field*

Resources

Handbook for Ceramic Tile Installation.

Tile Council of America, Inc.
100 Clemson Research Blvd.,
Anderson, SC 29625.
(864) 646-8453
FAX: (864) 646-2821
INTERNET: www.tileusa.com

American National Standard Specifications for the Installation of Ceramic Tile.

Tile Council of America, Inc.
100 Clemson Research Blvd.,
Anderson, SC 29625.
(864) 646-8453
FAX: (864) 646-2821
INTERNET: www.tileusa.com

Dimension Stone Design Manual.

Marble Institute of America.
28901 Clemens Road, Suite 100.
Cleveland, OH 44145.
(440) 250-9222
FAX: (440) 250-9223
INTERNET: www.marble-institute.com