How To Do A Tile Shower Wall

Plan your tile layout so that it doesn t leave you with less than 2 inches of tile on the bottom or top.

How to do a tile shower wall.

Including application of adhesive grout edging strip and cutting. Apply the thinset use a 1 4 x 1 4 notched trowel to spread thin set over the first area to be tiled. Hold the trowel at a 45 degree angle to spread the adhesive then use the notched edge to leave grooves in the adhesive. Mortar is essential for a firm and solid foundation for your shower tile.

How to tile and grout a bathroom wall. 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. Mark your tile layout.

Use a wet saw with a diamond blade to cut all the tiles. You should start from. How to tile a shower wall 1. Spread thin set along the first section of your tile row.

Turn over the trowel to the notched side and comb over in one direction. Add up the wall areas and add 10 so you have extra tile for mistakes or future repairs. Use a level to measure where you will lay your first course of tiles. Run a damp sponge over the backer board in the area you intend to tile.

Determine how much tile you ll need. Measure each wall area calculating the width times height. This shower tile is 12 x 24 inches and we decided to have 6 inch pieces on the bottom and top. Prepare the tile for mortar.

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. Beginners guide tutorial for the diy enthusiast. Use a small amount of the excess mortar and spread it onto the back of a tile with the notched.

You ll need a design plan before you start attaching the tile. Use the back of a plastic spoon to smooth the caulk.