The CLIP-IT® installation guide

A cleaner finish. One step at a time.

Set up your CLIP-IT® 1.5 mm Starter Kit and follow the six steps to hold adjoining tiles in alignment while the adhesive cures.

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CLIP-IT 1.5 mm starter kit bucket with the new Tiling Starter Kit label
The CLIP-IT® 1.5 mm Starter Kit

See the system in action

Watch. Then get to work.

Follow the demonstration from placing the clips and inserting the wedges through to removing the clips after the adhesive has cured.

Clips and wedges hold adjoining tile edges in alignment while the adhesive sets, helping reduce lippage.

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Know your kit

Four parts. One system.

Your 1.5 mm Starter Kit brings together clips, reusable wedges and the tools for installation and removal.

Explore the starter kit
  • 1.5MM TILE CLIPS
    150

    1.5 mm Tile Clips

  • Wedges
    100

    CLIP-IT® Wedges

  • DE-CLIP-IT Hammer
    1

    DE-CLIP-IT Hammer

  • Tile Pliers
    1

    Pair of Tile Pliers

From preparation to removal

Six steps to a cleaner finish.

Prepare the base, position your tiles and hold the alignment while the adhesive cures. Follow the sequence below alongside the video.

  1. Prepare the surface

    Make sure the tiling base is clean, flat and level before you begin.

  2. Apply your tile adhesive

    Choose the recommended adhesive for your tile type and spread it evenly with the appropriate trowel. Follow the adhesive manufacturer’s instructions.

  3. Lay the first tile and insert clips

    Set the first tile firmly, then slide CLIP-IT® clips under its exposed edges.

    Clear adhesive from around each clip at the grout line. This helps the clip break cleanly during removal.

  4. Position the adjoining tiles

    Position the next tiles against the clips and maintain consistent joints. Keep excess adhesive clear of the clip area as you work.

  5. Insert and tighten the wedges

    Push the wedges into the clips to hold adjoining tile edges in alignment. Tighten by hand or use the CLIP-IT® Tile Pliers for consistent pressure.

  6. Let the adhesive cure, then remove

    Wait until the adhesive has cured, following the adhesive manufacturer’s curing instructions. Remove the clips along the grout line by kicking them or using the DE-CLIP-IT Hammer, as demonstrated in the video.

    The hammer’s slotted end helps you remove compatible clips near walls and edges. Follow the technique shown in the tutorial.

Plan your next job

Need a hand getting started?

Estimate your clip quantities with the calculator, find a local supplier or talk to the CLIP-IT® team about your setup.

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