TILE FLOOR INSTALLATION - 12" x 12"
Build on your foundational skills and learn to install a porcelain tile floor from prep to grout.
WORKSHOP DETAILS:
Skill Level: Intermediate Duration: Approximately 7.5 hours Age Requirement: 14 and up Instructor: Richard Jenkins What Is Included: All tools, materials, and personal protective equipment. Dress Code: Closed toe shoes. Comfortable clothing you do not mind getting dirty. No loose jewelry. Longer hair pulled back. Please Note: This workshop does not cover foundational tile knowledge taught in Tile & Grout Basics. Completing that course first is strongly recommended. Workshop Description This Level Two workshop is designed for participants who have completed our Tile & Grout Basics class. In this session, you will learn the full workflow for installing 12" x 12" porcelain tile on a residential subfloor (not a concrete slab). We begin with a focused overview of planning, prep, materials, and safety, followed by a guided hands-on installation. IMPORTANT NOTE: This workshop requires significant periods of kneeling, bending, leaning. Knee pads are provided. What's Covered Pre-Installation Discussion Includes: • Planning and staging your project for efficiency • Tool overview and safe use of PPE • Photo and video examples of demolition • Checking subfloors for structural requirements and deflection • When to use Durock, HardieBacker, or plywood for floor stiffness • Cleaning and preparing substrates for proper bonding • Primer vs. uncoupling membranes and how to choose • Selecting the correct thinset and grout for porcelain tile Hands-On Portion Includes: • Cleaning and prepping the subfloor • Applying primer • Setting 12" x 12" tiles with leveling clips for a flat surface • Making a cutout for a toilet flange • Removing clips after cure • Cleaning grout joints • Mixing and installing grout Reserve your spot today. ‼️ Breaks & Meals: Participants are welcome to take breaks as needed; however, workshop instruction will continue during unscheduled breaks. Full-day workshops include a 30-minute meal break. Complimentary beverages and individually packaged snacks are provided. Participants may bring a lunch, use the on-site refrigerator and microwave, or visit one of the mall restaurants. Those with food sensitivities or dietary restrictions are encouraged to plan accordingly. ‼️ Timing Notice: Our workshops are interactive. Occasionally, classes may run slightly past the scheduled end time to ensure students feel confident with the material. Please allow for some flexibility in your schedule.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation & Transfer Policy 15+ days before your workshop: Eligible for a refund or one-time transfer to another available date. 8–14 days before your workshop: No monetary refund. You may receive account credit or transfer one time to another available date. 7 days or less before your workshop: Registration is final. No refunds, credits, or rescheduling. No-shows: No refund, credit, or rescheduling. If you cannot attend, you may request to have another eligible participant attend in your place. By completing your registration, you acknowledge and agree to TradeWorx Academy’s Refund, Cancellation & Registration Transfer Policy.
Contact Details
TradeWorx Academy
11902u Fair Oaks Mall, Fairfax, VA 22033, USA
571-350-0041
info@tradeworxacademy.com
WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH
YOUR WORKSHOP
When you attend a workshop at TradeWorx Academy, we take care of the details so you can focus on learning, building skills, and enjoying the experience.
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PERSONAL PROTECTIVE
EQUIPMENT
Your safety is always our priority. We provide all necessary PPE based on the type of work being performed, including items such as N95 masks, gloves, eye and ear protection, and protective aprons. Our instructors will guide you on proper safety practices throughout the class.
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TOOLS & MATERIALS
OF THE TRADE
Participants work with real tools and materials used in the trades, providing hands-on experience that reflects real-world conditions. All tools and materials required for the workshop are included for use during the workshop.
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FIRST AID &
SAFETY PREPAREDNESS
While safety is emphasized in every workshop, we are fully prepared should an accident occur. Our facility is equipped with first aid kits, two emergency eye wash stations, and an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
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SNACKS &
BEVERAGES
Hands-on work can build up an appetite, so we offer a small refreshment station with complimentary soda, water, coffee, tea, hot cocoa, and individually packaged snacks.