Shower Wall Tile Installation

Once demolition of the old tile is complete install a cement backer board in the shower area image 1.

Shower wall tile installation.

Once demolition of the old tile is complete install a cement backer board in the shower area. How to install tile in a bathroom shower step 1. To start tiling prepare by running a bead of silicone caulk around the perimeter of the area you are tiling to. The tiles come in different sizes pre spaced.

In our project we brought an old 70s bathroom into classic art deco style. Install a 4 mil plastic vapor barrier according to manufacturer instructions just above the shower pan before installing the cement backer board. Leave out the row of tiles where the shelf will rest photo 8. If you plan to cut the bottom row of tile start your installation with the second row.

We removed a wall where an old. Measure your panels of cement backer board to fit the shower walls on each side. The tiles come in different sizes. Tile the alcove sill and then the sides and top.

Smooth the cut edge. In our project we used crema marfil an italian tumbled marble tile. Use a starter board as a straight edge whenever. Put on mask and ear protection and as needed mark and cut a panel to fit using an angle grinder.

Use a starter board as. For the vertical layout begin your pattern at the top of the wall so there ll be full uncut tile at the top. How to tile bathroom walls and shower tub area step 1. In our project we used crema marfil an italian tumbled marble tile.

Slightly slope the sill tiles toward the shower for drainage by piling on a little extra thin set on the back side.