Today s video shares tips on how to tile a shower wall specifically the main shower wall in a schluter kerdi shower.
How to install large tile on shower walls.
On the ceiling and floor of the shower we used 2 x 2 tiles and on shower walls 2 x 4 tiles.
But again the choice is yours to make.
After the second coat is dry and the whole shower area is prepped it s time to make tile decisions before going any further.
Save time by setting several tiles at once.
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How to install large format tiles on bathroom walls using perfect level master.
You ll need a design plan before you start attaching the tile.
Here s how to install shower wall tile after you ve prepped the area.
Give your shower an update with new tile.
Large tiles tend to cup or bow upward in the middle of the tile.
We ll deep dive into layout industry g.
For our shower we chose a running bond pattern.
Tiling a shower is a diy project that you can usually accomplish in a few days with the right tools and equipment.
In our project we set the tile for the wall opposite the shower door first.
If you re using a large tile e g.
Then pick your shower tile and use this guide for step by step instructions on how to tile a shower.
But if you re using natural stone or larger tiles and your shower wall tile layout requires lots of cuts especially notching rent a tile saw for a day.
What s the best way to tile a shower wall.
Before you start setting tile take some measurements and see how the tiles will all lay out image 1.
Stagger large format tiles in thirds.
Wear skid proof shoes kneepads gloves.
One way to limit tile lippage is to stagger large format tiles into thirds.