Mi Tile Installation Experts

Outdoor Tile Failure — It’s Only a Matter of Time (Part 1)

We inspected these exterior steps after tiles started coming loose.

Here’s what we found:

— The base was not prepared at all
— Tiles are holding only in some spots
— Hollow sound = voids under the tile
— No full adhesion, no proper system

Even where the tile hasn’t fallen yet,
it’s already hollow inside — it’s just a matter of time.

Water gets underneath, breaks the bond,
and the system starts to fail.

Why this happens

— no proper surface prep
— no full coverage adhesive
— wrong materials

What should have been done

— proper base preparation
— outdoor-rated adhesive
— epoxy grout
— priming and correct installation system

If the base is done wrong,
repairs are inevitable.

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Mi Tile Installation Experts
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Shower Failure in 2 Months (Part 3)

Installed in a highly visible location —
and that’s just one of many issues.

— There is no proper waterproofing system on the walls.
Tile was installed over drywall, which will absorb moisture over time.

— Perimeter joints are not sealed correctly:
no silicone where it’s required, which leads to continuous cracking and water intrusion.

— Grout is already failing, and moisture is beginning to affect the system.

— The threshold (curb) is built incorrectly, and to fix this properly,
the shower must be rebuilt at least 6 inches up from the base to restore full waterproofing.

This means:
— removing the bottom row of tile
— rebuilding the shower pan and curb
— reinstalling tile with proper slope and system

Corners must be done with:
— epoxy grout for mitered edges
— silicone in all movement joints

Final Conclusion

This is not a minor repair.

This is a system failure after just 2 months.

The only correct solution is a partial tear-out and rebuild —
done the right way, with proper waterproofing and materials.

Anything else will fail again.

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Mi Tile Installation Experts
📩 [email protected]
🌐 https://micatile.info

With Mi Tile Installation Experts you get:
✔️ Full turn-key remodeling service
✔️ Anti-Surprise Estimate — no hidden issues later
✔️ Daily updates + 24/7 communication
✔️ Verified waterproofing & prep photos
✔️ Official workmanship warranty

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Shower Failure in 2 Months (Part 2)

Now let’s look closer at the finish and detailing.

— Silicone is missing in most corners.
Where it was applied, it’s the wrong color and done poorly.

All movement joints should be sealed with silicone —
instead, grout was used, and it’s already cracking everywhere.

— Grout is inconsistent:
• uneven
• poorly cleaned
• still visible on the stone surface

And this is a recent project — just two months old.

— Tile is not installed in the same plane:
• some pieces stick out
• others sink in
• visible dips and uneven areas

— Transitions and edges are sloppy.
Grout is left smeared, and finishing details were ignored.

— And here’s another major issue:

Tiles with sharp cut edges were installed in visible areas
instead of factory edges.

Factory edges are slightly rounded and clean.
Cut edges are sharp, rough, and visually obvious.

This kind of detail immediately exposes poor workmanship —
especially when it’s placed right in the most visible area.

Installed in a highly visible location.

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Mi Tile Installation Experts
📩 [email protected]
🌐 https://micatile.info

With Mi Tile Installation Experts you get:
✔️ Full turn-key remodeling service
✔️ Anti-Surprise Estimate — no hidden issues later
✔️ Daily updates + 24/7 communication
✔️ Verified waterproofing & prep photos
✔️ Official workmanship warranty

Want your remodel done right the first time?
Comment AUDIT for a free professional project review.