In this video i show you how to tile a shower.
Install ceramic tile on walls in a shower.
Wall tile installation labor basic basic labor to install wall tile with favorable site conditions.
Ceramic tile is a versatile and durable finishing material.
Diy 2316828 droc313 1fe drylay08 in our project we set the tile for the wall opposite the shower door first.
Border tiles border around field tiles while accent tiles are used to add interest usually intermixed with field tiles.
How to install ceramic wall tile.
Diycrew hrvdiy renovision step by step tutorial how to install wall tile in any shower with any size bathroom tile including how to install tile in a nic.
Before you begin to install the tile figure out the layout of your tile scheme after measuring all areas to be tiled as well as the tiles.
Moderate to heavy traffic.
Tiles can be installed as a floor or wall covering nearly anywhere but they are especially useful in bathrooms and kitchens.
Notched trowel score and snap tile cutter wet saw cutter and a hole saw tile drill bit to install tiles around pipes these tools are essential for a project done in a professional manner.
Residential grade glazed ceramic tile 12 x 12.
I will be using a mosaic tile on shower floor and one strip going up the back wall.
I hope you enjoy the video.
In order to tile the bathroom walls you need several tools.
In our project we set the tile for the wall opposite the shower door first.
Step 1 prepare the wall ceramic tiles can be installed directly on drywall plaster or if they are in moist areas onto green drywall or even better cement backer board.
Before you start setting tile take some measurements and see how the tiles will all lay out image 1.
Add up the wall areas and add 10 so you have extra tile for mistakes or future repairs.
On the ceiling and floor of the shower we used 2 x 2 tiles and on shower walls 2 x 4 tiles.
On the ceiling and floor of the shower we used 2 x2 tiles and on shower walls 2 x4 tiles.
Save time by setting several tiles at once.
Wall tile cost non discounted retail pricing for.
When using ceramic tile try to find boxes with the same dye lot number.
Quantity includes typical waste overage material for repair and local delivery.
Make a diagram of each wall to help you decide placement of tiles image 4.