How To Lay Ceramic Tile In A Shower

Before you start setting tile take some measurements and see how the tiles will all lay out image 1.

How to lay ceramic tile in a shower.

The tiles come in different sizes pre spaced on mats. Then pick your shower tile and use this guide for step by step instructions on how to tile a shower. Make sure the guides are at right angles by measuring out a 3 4 5 triangle. Once the best layout has been determined measure tiles that must be cut to complete coverage.

Then lay tile in a configuration that will use the most whole tiles and best fits the space. Most tile manufacturers recommend installing a cement backer board instead of any other type of. A flexing subfloor results in cracked tiles and grout and a lot of headaches. Position tiles to minimize visibility of tiles that must be cut to size.

Install ceramic tile over a subfloor that s no less than 1 1 8 inches thick. Use tile spacers to make sure tiles are square and evenly spaced. If your shower enclosure walls are not perfectly square or if you plan to install accent tiles the layout of these tiles becomes increasingly important. Measure up from the bottom of the backer board the height of a tile minus 1 2.

Too often tile novices simply start setting tile in a corner and continue along two walls until the floor is covered. A thinner subfloor will cause the floor to flex due to the weight of the tile. Wear skid proof shoes kneepads gloves. Position the guides so you can lay all the field tiles without moving the guides.

Tiling a shower is a diy project that you can usually accomplish in a few days with the right tools and equipment. On the ceiling and floor of the shower we used 2 x 2 tiles and on shower walls 2 x 4 tiles. Save time by setting several tiles at once.