How To Do A Tile Shower Wall

Measure each wall area calculating the width times height.

How to do a tile shower wall.

Use a level to measure where you will lay your first course of tiles. Apply the thinset use a 1 4 x 1 4 notched trowel to spread thin set over the first area to be tiled. For our shower we chose a running bond pattern. Spread thin set along the first section of your tile row.

How to tile a shower wall 1. Determine how much tile you ll need. Plan your tile layout so that it doesn t leave you with less than 2 inches of tile on the bottom or top. Prepare the tile for mortar.

This shower tile is 12 x 24 inches and we decided to have 6 inch pieces on the bottom and top. Add up the wall areas and add 10 so you have extra tile for mistakes or future repairs. Hold the trowel at a 45 degree angle to spread the adhesive then use the notched edge to leave grooves in the adhesive. Nobody wants a tile to fall of the ceiling and hurt someone or crack a shower pan tile.

Mortar is essential for a firm and solid foundation for your shower tile. You ll need a design plan before you start attaching the tile. Turn over the trowel to the notched side and comb over in one direction. Prep the shower area for tile layout to start tiling prepare by running a bead of silicone caulk around the perimeter of the area you are tiling to seal it image 1.

These air pockets help the tile adhere better. If you mix x77 per the directions use the correct trowel size back butter your tiles and use directional troweling your tiles won t slide down the wall. Run a damp sponge over the backer board in the area you intend to tile. Mark your tile layout.

You should start from. Use the back of a plastic spoon to smooth the caulk. Beginners guide tutorial for the diy enthusiast. By the way always start your shower tiling project on the main 5 foot wall if tiling a tub.

Also if you re tiling a ceiling in the shower x77 is a fantastic option. Use a wet saw with a diamond blade to cut all the tiles.