Anti-Fracture Membranes: Making Concrete Floor Joints Work for You
But that need not be the case. With a good understanding of what each type of joint is designed to do, the architect/designer and tile contractor can work together to reconcile their differences and create a floor surface that fully meets the standards of the industry.
Understanding the types of floor joints and their functions is critical to designing and executing proper ceramic tile installations. What are commonly called “expansion joints” are, in reality, four different functional joints in a concrete slab. Let’s discuss each of the four types.