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With a tile leveling system (also written levelling system) you lay a flat tile floor without lippage, even with large-format and thin tiles. IL-MONDO supplies clips for 1, 1.5, 2 and 3 mm joints, wedges, spin caps and leveling pliers, by the bag in our showroom in Merelbeke.
All prices on this page include 21% VAT.
Lippage is the height difference between the edges of two tiles. Together with uneven joint widths and small installation errors, it determines the quality and the final look of tile work.
A leveling system solves that. It applies even, controlled pressure at every point, so the tiles stay exactly flat and the surface does not become wavy.
The result is precise alignment, a reliable result, a neat finish and a uniform look. You also install faster, and it is easy to use.
The system is made for professional tilers, contractors and private individuals who tile themselves. The key to a good result is the right number of clips per tile and the right pressure.
Also see our large-format tiles, where a leveling system makes the difference.
This is how you install tiles with the wedge system (tile clips and wedges):
Apply the adhesive and comb it with the right notched trowel. From 60x60 you work with buttering-floating.
Slide the clips under the tile into the adhesive, about 8 to 10 cm from each end of the tile side. Then lay the next tile against it.
Slide the wedge into the clip and tighten it with the pliers. The tiles are pulled flat, aligned, held at the joint width and fixed.
Once the adhesive has hardened, knock the clip off with a rubber mallet in the direction of the joint. It breaks off at the intended breaking point. Keep the wedges for reuse.
The spin system works on the same principle. The only difference: you screw a cap onto the clip instead of tightening a wedge with the pliers.
You can find the notched trowel and adhesive consumption per m² in our guide to tiles, adhesive and grout per m².
Enter the tile thickness, the joint width and the tile size. You see which clip fits, how many clips you need and roughly what that costs.
Fill in your details above for tailored advice. Until then, you see all clips with the number per m².
| Clip | Joint | Up to 30x30 | Up to 60x60 | Up to 60x120 | Larger than 60x120 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HairlineILM-CL-1.0 | 1 mm | 40–45 | 20–25 | 15–20 | 8–15 |
| AllroundILM-CL-1.5 | 1.5 mm | 40–45 | 20–25 | 15–20 | 8–15 |
| ProILM-CL-2.0 | 2 mm | 30–35 | 15–20 | 10–15 | 8–10 |
| HeavyILM-CL-3.0 | 3 mm | 25–30 | 15–20 | 10–15 | 8–10 |
| TerraceILM-OCL-2.0 | 2 mm | 30–35 | 15–20 | 10–15 | 8–10 |
| Terrace XLILM-OCL-3.0 | 3 mm | 25–30 | 15–20 | 10–15 | 8–10 |
| Twist FineILM-SC-1.0 | 1 mm | 40–45 | 20–25 | 15–20 | 8–15 |
| Twist ProILM-SC-2.0 | 2 mm | 30–35 | 15–20 | 10–15 | 8–10 |
The numbers 1, 1.5, 2 and 3 mm in the clip name are the joint width, not the tile thickness. The tile thickness a clip is suitable for is listed separately per clip.
| Clip | System | Joint width | Tile thickness | Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HairlineILM-CL-1.0 | Wedge (clip + wedge) | 1 mm | 4–9 mm | Wall and floor, fine joints |
| AllroundILM-CL-1.5 | Wedge (clip + wedge) | 1.5 mm | 4–12 mm | Wall and floor, general use |
| ProILM-CL-2.0 | Wedge (clip + wedge) | 2 mm | 9–20 mm | Wall and floor, standard |
| HeavyILM-CL-3.0 | Wedge (clip + wedge) | 3 mm | 20–30 mm | Floor, heavy use |
| TerraceILM-OCL-2.0 | Wedge (clip + wedge) | 2 mm | 20–30 mm | Floor, heavy use, outdoors |
| Terrace XLILM-OCL-3.0 | Wedge (clip + wedge) | 3 mm | 30–40 mm | Floor, heavy use, outdoors |
| Twist FineILM-SC-1.0 | Spin (clip + cap) | 1 mm | 14–30 mm | Wall and floor, general use |
| Twist ProILM-SC-2.0 | Spin (clip + cap) | 2 mm | 14–30 mm | Wall and floor, standard |
If your tile thickness falls within the range of several clips, for example 9 mm, choose by the joint width you want.
The number of clips per m² depends on the tile size and on the clip. These are the confirmed guide values, per m² of net area.
| Clip | Joint | Up to 30x30 | Up to 60x60 | Up to 60x120 | Larger than 60x120 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HairlineILM-CL-1.0 | 1 mm | 40–45 | 20–25 | 15–20 | 8–15 |
| AllroundILM-CL-1.5 | 1.5 mm | 40–45 | 20–25 | 15–20 | 8–15 |
| ProILM-CL-2.0 | 2 mm | 30–35 | 15–20 | 10–15 | 8–10 |
| HeavyILM-CL-3.0 | 3 mm | 25–30 | 15–20 | 10–15 | 8–10 |
| TerraceILM-OCL-2.0 | 2 mm | 30–35 | 15–20 | 10–15 | 8–10 |
| Terrace XLILM-OCL-3.0 | 3 mm | 25–30 | 15–20 | 10–15 | 8–10 |
| Twist FineILM-SC-1.0 | 1 mm | 40–45 | 20–25 | 15–20 | 8–15 |
| Twist ProILM-SC-2.0 | 2 mm | 30–35 | 15–20 | 10–15 | 8–10 |
Larger tiles need fewer clips per m², but every tile side needs clips.
The columns follow the area of the tile: up to 0.09 m² (30x30), up to 0.36 m² (60x60), up to 0.72 m² (60x120). Anything larger falls under 'Larger than 60x120', for example 90x90 and 120x120. Calculate on the net area, not on the ordered area including cutting waste.
Not sure yet how many m² you need? Use the tile calculator.
Place the clips about 8 to 10 cm from each end of the tile side. Every tile side needs clips, even with large formats where you count fewer clips per m².
The photo shows the wedges in the clips around a tile intersection.
All clips, wedges and caps are made of polypropylene (PP). You buy them by the bag in our showroom in Merelbeke, or order via WhatsApp or quote. Prices include 21% VAT, with the price excluding VAT below.
For the wedge system you need clips, wedges (ILM-WD-100) and pliers (ILM-PL-1.0). The ILM-OCL outdoor clips are for thick floor tiles.
Wedge clip
ILM-CL-1.0
For ultra-narrow joints and precision work; the choice for luxurious, high-end tile installations.
€12.00 incl. VAT per bag
€9.92 excl. VAT± €0.05 per clip
Wedge clip
ILM-CL-1.5
Widely used in residential building; a good balance of precision, performance and ease of use.
€12.00 incl. VAT per bag
€9.92 excl. VAT± €0.05 per clip
Wedge clip
ILM-CL-2.0
For medium-sized and common tiles; the professional standard choice.
€12.00 incl. VAT per bag
€9.92 excl. VAT± €0.05 per clip
Wedge clip
ILM-CL-3.0
For thick and industrial tiles; high pressure resistance and extra durable.
€12.00 incl. VAT per bag
€9.92 excl. VAT± €0.05 per clip
Outdoor clip
ILM-OCL-2.0
For thick standard tiles and outdoor applications; high pressure resistance.
€12.00 incl. VAT per bag
€9.92 excl. VAT± €0.05 per clip
Outdoor clip
ILM-OCL-3.0
For very thick outdoor tiles; very high pressure resistance.
€12.00 incl. VAT per bag
€9.92 excl. VAT± €0.05 per clipFor thick floor and terrace tiles there are separate outdoor clips: Terrace (ILM-OCL-2.0) for 20–30 mm and Terrace XL (ILM-OCL-3.0) for 30–40 mm.
For the spin system you need clips and caps (ILM-CP-100). Pliers are not needed. Spin clips are available for tiles from 14 to 30 mm.
Spin clip
ILM-SC-1.0
For thick tiles and outdoor applications; the professional choice for standard projects.
€12.00 incl. VAT per bag
€9.92 excl. VAT± €0.05 per clip
Spin clip
ILM-SC-2.0
For thick tiles, outdoors and building sites; high pressure resistance.
€12.00 incl. VAT per bag
€9.92 excl. VAT± €0.05 per clipWedges and caps are reusable 10 to 20 times. You need 1 per clip that is in place at the same time.
Wedges
ILM-WD-100
PP wedge, reusable 10 to 20 times, with high strength and even pressure distribution. Designed for uniform pressure and a perfectly flat floor.
€12.00 incl. VAT per bag
€9.92 excl. VAT
Spin caps
ILM-CP-100
PP spin cap, reusable 10 to 20 times. Precise pressure control by tightening, easy to use even without much experience; for tradespeople and beginners.
€12.00 incl. VAT per bag
€9.92 excl. VAT
Leveling pliers
ILM-PL-1.0
Leveling pliers in hardened steel and PP with adjustable tension: faster installation and less tiring. Precise pressure control without much experience; for tradespeople and beginners.
€12.00 incl. VAT per piece
€9.92 excl. VATBoth systems keep tiles flat and at the joint width. The difference is in how you apply the pressure.
Not sure? Tell us your tile thickness and your room, and we will advise you in the showroom or on WhatsApp.
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First pick the clip whose thickness range suits your tile, and only then the joint width. The table above helps you with that.
You need fewer clips per m², but every tile side needs clips. Place them about 8 to 10 cm from each end of the tile side.
Wait until the adhesive has hardened before you knock off the clips. Until then, the clip holds the tile flat and at the joint width.
Knock the clip off with a rubber mallet in the direction of the joint. That way it breaks at the intended breaking point.
It does not. First make sure you have a good substrate and a full adhesive bed: from 60x60 with buttering-floating.
You can read more about the right notched trowel and buttering-floating in the adhesive section of our guide.
Choose first by tile thickness and then by joint width. Wedge clips: Hairline (ILM-CL-1.0, 4–9 mm), Allround (ILM-CL-1.5, 4–12 mm), Pro (ILM-CL-2.0, 9–20 mm) and Heavy (ILM-CL-3.0, 20–30 mm). Outdoor clips: Terrace (ILM-OCL-2.0, 20–30 mm) and Terrace XL (ILM-OCL-3.0, 30–40 mm). Spin clips: Twist Fine (ILM-SC-1.0) and Twist Pro (ILM-SC-2.0), 14–30 mm. The numbers 1, 1.5, 2 and 3 mm in the name are the joint width, not the tile thickness.
That depends on the tile size and the clip. With Pro (ILM-CL-2.0), allow 30–35 clips per m² for tiles up to 30x30, 15–20 for 60x60, 10–15 for 60x120 and 8–10 for larger tiles. Example: 30 m² of 60x60 with Pro (ILM-CL-2.0) is 450–600 clips, so 2–3 bags (€24–36 incl. VAT).
With the wedge system you tighten a wedge with the pliers; that is fast on large floor areas. With the spin system you screw a cap onto the clip and control the pressure yourself, without pliers. That is handy on walls and for less experienced installers. Spin clips are available for tiles of 14–30 mm.
Yes. Wedges and spin caps are reusable 10 to 20 times. You knock the clips off once the adhesive has hardened; they break off at the intended breaking point.
With the wedge system you tighten the wedges with the Level Tang pliers (ILM-PL-1.0, €12.00 incl. VAT per piece, with adjustable tension). With the spin system you do not need pliers: you tighten the cap.
Yes. Hairline (ILM-CL-1.0), Allround (ILM-CL-1.5) and Pro (ILM-CL-2.0) and the spin clips are meant for wall and floor. Heavy (ILM-CL-3.0) and the outdoor clips are for floors. On a wall the spin system is handy, because you control the pressure with the cap.
For 20 mm terrace tiles with a 2 mm joint, choose Terrace (ILM-OCL-2.0), suitable for 20–30 mm. For tiles of 30–40 mm with a 3 mm joint there is Terrace XL (ILM-OCL-3.0). The spin system also works: Twist Fine (ILM-SC-1.0) and Twist Pro (ILM-SC-2.0) fit 14–30 mm.
By the bag in our showroom in Merelbeke, or order via WhatsApp or quote. A bag of clips costs €12.00 incl. VAT (€9.92 excl. VAT).
Send us the tile size, the area and the joint width. We work out the number of bags with you, and you collect them in our showroom in Merelbeke.