Category Archives: Hollowness

Hollow Tiles

Hollow Tiles: Why They Sound Hollow & How to Fix (2026)

Tiles are a cornerstone in the architectural and interior design landscapes, especially in India. However, the issue of hollow tiles / hollow-sounding tiles often perplexes property owners and professionals alike. This acoustic irregularity is not merely a trivial annoyance; it could signify underlying concerns requiring immediate intervention. In this comprehensive blog, we shall delve into […]

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Why Home Inspections Are Crucial for Every Property Buyer / Owner

An in-depth, all encompassing discussion on what Home Inspections entail in the Indian context. 👈🏾 this video is a very detailed discussion on the various aspects of Home Inspection, especially in the Indian context.     When purchasing a property, whether it’s a cosy apartment or a sprawling villa, ensuring that your new home is […]

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Hollow Tiles in Flooring: Causes, Detection, Remediation Guide

Hollow tiles in flooring are more than just a superficial issue; they signify underlying problems that can compromise the integrity of the flooring. Drawing upon the extensive experience of Nemmadi engineers, we aims to provide a detailed understanding of hollow tiles, including their identification, causes, implications, and solutions. The Telltale Sound: Identifying Hollow Tiles The […]

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Hollowness in Flooring – Reasons and Remedies

Hollowness explained While you walk on a flooring and at a particular spot your shoe makes a different sound, you get alerted that something is not alright with the flooring below. This is a typical case how hollowness in flooring is felt by anybody. The professionals check for hollowness in flooring by special tools like […]

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Floor Hollowness check during Home Inspection

What is Tile Hollowness? A hollow sound which is heard when tapped with a mallet shows that the tile or a portion of the tile is not bonded or that there is a void under that portion.  The hollow sound could also be a characteristic of that particular tile assembly. Un-bonded mortar beds have a […]

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