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This part of BS 8000 gives recommendations on basic workmanship on building sites, both commercial and domestic, and covers those tasks that are frequently carried out in relation to internal/external wall and floor tiling and slabs.
It makes recommendations and gives guidance on basic workmanship for conventional types of building work. The recommendations given are not necessarily comprehensive; particular project documents, e.g. project specifications, might need to cover particular recommendations not dealt with by this code of practice.
The recommendations given in this British Standard apply to the fixing of ceramic and agglomerated stone tiles, natural stone and terrazzo tiles and slabs, and mosaics to walls and floors using adhesive and mortar. BS EN 12440 sets out requirements for natural stone used in construction. Design aspects of wall and floor tiling are given in BS 5385. Design, installation and maintenance of natural stone cladding and lining are dealt with in BS 8298. Harmonized European product specifications are now available for natural stone tiles (BS EN 12057) and slabs (BS EN 12058), ceramic tiles (BS EN 14411), agglomerated stone (BS EN 15285) and adhesives (BS EN 12004).
This revision is needed because BS 8000-11:2011 no longer reflects current workmanship practices for the installation of ceramic tiles, natural stone and associated materials. Since its publication, construction-site practices and health and safety requirements have changed significantly, alongside major developments in the manufacture, size, handling and installation of tiles, substrates, adhesives and ancillary materials. The related BS 5385 series has also been revised, meaning that BS 8000-11:2011 is no longer fully aligned with the current suite of tiling standards.
The revised standard will provide up-to-date requirements and guidance for reliable, safe and high-quality installation practices, reflecting current materials, tools, methods and site conditions. It will help architects, specifiers, contractors and subcontractors assess workmanship and the quality of completed installations, including where the standard is referenced in specifications and contractual quality assurance procedures. By promoting correct installation and current industry best practice, the revision will help reduce installation failures, complaints, potential injuries, premature deterioration and avoidable material waste.
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