How To Tile Over Brick Wall
The first step is to remove any existing trim or moulding from the wall as you won t want to tile over them.
How to tile over brick wall. Cover both the brick and the tile with mortar before applying the tile to the wall. Use a flat trowel to spread thinset over the brick filling in the grout lines. Adhesives and primers may fail as a result of bonding to an unstable material. How to tile over a brick wall option 1 dry lining.
Allow the thinset to cure. Cover the first area with tiles by covering the brick with mortar using the shelf you constructed for dry fitting the tiles. Allow the thinset to cure for 24 hours before tiling. Ensure that all loose debris is removed as well.
Use the flat side and edge of the trowel to smooth the thinset eliminating any ridges or bumps. If the grout lines are still visible after the first coat has dried apply a second coat of thinset to smooth out any dips or grooves. The thinset will cover the bricks and mortar and provide a flat smooth surface for tile installation. Apply a suitable 12mm plasterboard using a dry lining method using a dry wall adhesive.
Next remove any loose mortar and paint that may be on the wall and then rough up the bricks so that the tiles will stick better. Ensure your brick wall is clean and free from any existing loose mortars or paint. Next cover the entire tile with mortar and use the notched trowel to make ridges in the mortar before applying the tile to the wall. Cover the hearth with a drop cloth and remove the mantel and anything else that s attached to the brick.
Press the tile in place firmly and use tile spacers to keep the joints even. Go over the entire area with a wire brush to dislodge any loose mortar then scrub off the soot with a rag soaked in white vinegar.