Spacers for laying tile and method of use

Details Spacers for laying tile and method of use Spacers for laying tile and method of use

1989-08-14

1990-09-04

Scherbel, David A.

Static structures (e.g., buildings)

Processes

Assembling exposed modules

521272, 52387, 52392, 52DIG1, 33404, E04G 2116

Patent

active

049533410

ABSTRACT:
A single piece spacer element is disclosed for insertion between spaces between tiles for uniform spacing of the tiles. The spacer element comprising a plurality of legs extending radially from a common juncture, with the legs being formed with beveled edges which facilitate their removal from the adhesive material between the tiles once the adhesive has cured. The invention also comprises integrally formed cylindrical or U-shaped stems which extend from the surface of the spacer element and which aid in placement and removal thereof. The invention also comprises the method of using the spacer element to space and align tiles.

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