Install Bathtub Surround Over Ceramic Tile

This guide will show you how to install shower walls so you can turn any bathtub into a shower in just one day.

Install bathtub surround over ceramic tile.

Durawall thermoplastic bathtub wall kit. Before any work is done a representative works with you to determine your specific needs and the best way to install the surround. Surrounds can be installed directly over securely fastened ceramic tile. Step by step on installing a delta classic 400 tub shower surround unit.

It is a five piece set and includes seamless corner panels with overlapping edges for perfect waterproofing and extra durability this wall surround is completely watertight. And the unit is much easier to install. To help hide the awkward appearance of an out of level tub make the bottom row of tiles at least three fourths of a tile high. Finally to ensure a strong long lasting bond for the new tiles ferrante goes one step further and trowels thinset mortar over the entire wall.

For a shower enclosure extend the tile and the backerboard at least 6 inches above the showerhead. An acrylic tub and shower surround may not have the sex appeal of an enameled cast iron tub and an elegant ceramic tile surround but it s a lot easier to keep clean and looking spotless. Purchase a tub surround kit compatible with your existing tub from your local home improvement store. Apply strong adhesive to the tile and the wall.

Make sure that the holes line up with the faucet bars and shower head prior to pressing down on the surround. Step 5 install the shower surround. For a tub surround only install the backerboard and tile 12 inches above the tub. For this installation ferrante used 4 inch square ceramic tiles the most common and easiest to install bath tiles.

This thermoplastic bathtub wall kit is designed to fit regular bathtubs of 30 x 60 or 32 x 60 and has maximum dimensions of 42 x 72. Once the adhesive is in place install the shower surround. Loose ceramic tiles and any plastic tiles must be removed and the walls sanded smooth before installation. Leave at least 1 4 inch edge around the installation area.

Installing a tub surround over old shower tiles is one of the fastest ways to brighten up a bathroom. It wipes off quickly and has few joints to catch mold attracting dirt and scum.