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How to fix tile around a powerpoint?

Hello!

I need to fix some tiles around a powerpoint. I've done a few small tiling jobs but not sure how i should go about this one. Should I turn off the mains and then unscrew the powerpoint? For the re-grout, I have left over grout powder from a previous job - previously I have mixed it using a drill paddle, but because I'll need such a small amount, will it work with hand mixing?

Does bunnings have a tile cutting service?

Cheers

Nicole

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EricL

Hello @NSuzette

In the interest of health and safety, I suggest engaging the services of an electrician to temporarily disable your power point and switches. You'll then be able to carry out your repairs safe in the knowledge that the power point and switches have been turned off.

I suggest using Dunlop 250g White Ready To Go Tile Adhesive And Grout since you are only doing a small amount of tiling. I'm sorry but the store does not offer a tile cutting service. I propose using a DTA Tile Scriber, this tile scriber allows you to score tiles before cutting, helping to reduce breakage and improve the cleanliness of your cut.

If you have any other questions we can help with, please let us know.

Eric

NSuzette

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/52185#Comment_52185

Hi Eric

Thanks for that.

I used the Dunlop Ready to Go coloured grout on a different job and it was a bit runny and not nearly as good to work with as traditional powdered grout. Is the tile adhesive and grout better? I do have some Dunlop tile adhesive, would you recommend NOT to use that for a job like this?

Is turning off the mains power effectively the same thing as disabling the switch though (assuming that the wires/connections aren't touched at all and thus wouldn't require any work done to them)?

Thanking you!

MitchellMc

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/88262#Comment_88262

Hi @NSuzette,

The Dunlop 250g White Ready To Go Tile Adhesive And Grout is a relatively stiff mix and not runny at all, so it's likely more similar to traditional grout.

Your Dunlop tile adhesive would be fine for adhering a new section of tile to the wall.

Turning your mains power off stops power to the house. However, undoing the power point is considered electrical work, so I recommend you don't attempt that yourself.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Mitchell

NSuzette

thanks. Appreciate the help.

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