How To Tile Tub And Shower Walls Part 1

Measure each wall area calculating the width times height.

How to tile tub and shower walls part 1. Prep the shower area for tile layout to start tiling prepare by running a bead of silicone caulk around the perimeter of the area you are tiling to seal it image 1. In the end i promise you ll feel more confident tiling a shower and guess what if you have any questions we ll answer them. But truthfully the process of tiling is similar in all these instances. We ll deep dive into layout industry g.

I cover some of the specifics of how to layout and set up a tub to install tile around it. Free 2 week bathroom remodel guide visit. For our shower we chose a running bond pattern. Learning how to tile a shower wall isn t hard but it does require preparation.

Today we share 9 quick tips that ll make your project easier and get you great results. Tiling a floor or a backsplash is one thing. How to tile a shower tub surround part 1. Tiling a water heavy area like a shower or tub surround might seem like an entirely different story.

Add up the wall areas and add 10 so you have extra tile for mistakes or future repairs. You ll need a design plan before you start attaching the tile. This video will show you how to set tile around a tub. Use a wet saw with a diamond blade to cut all the tiles.