Usage Note
Fliesenbett is the layer of tile adhesive or thin-set mortar onto which tiles are pressed; achieving the correct thickness and coverage of the Fliesenbett is critical to prevent hollow spots and cracking.
Examples
"Das Fliesenbett wurde gleichmäßig mit dem Zahnspachtel aufgetragen."
Natural Translation
The tile bed was applied evenly with the notched trowel.
Literal Translation
The tile-bed was evenly with the tooth-spatula applied.
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