How to Tile a Bathroom Shower Wall
Shower walls have more water flowing down its surface than any other wall in a home. They should be taken care of and maintained so they will look good. When it installed correctly, it will keep moisture from getting into the walls and causing mold or mildew to form. There are many types of tiles to choose from but they all are installed in basically the same way.
How to Tile a Bathroom Shower Wall
Materials Needed
- Tape measure
- Marker
- Level
- Thinset mortar
- Notched trowel
- Spacers
- Tile saw
- Grout float
- Grout
- Sponge
1. Use a tape measure to measure the width of the wall in the show. Use a marker to mark the center of the width. Make a straight line that divides the wall in two. A level should be used to make sure the line is straight.
2. Apply thinset mortar along 1/3 of the wall at the bottom of the shower. A notched trowel will work better to apply the mortar. Press the tiles all along the bottom row of the shower wall starting at the vertical line. Work your way from the center and outwards. Use spacers between the tiles.
3. Cut the tiles at the end using a tile saw. Begin on the next row of tiles just above the completed row.
4. The next row should be applied in the same manner as the first row. Continue applying the tile until you reach the top. Start applying mortar and the tile at the center of the row and continue outwards.
5. Cut around the fixtures in the shower using the tile saw when necessary.
6. Allow the tiles to dry for 24 hours. Remove the spacers.
7. Use a grout float to apply grout between the tiles. Scrape off the excess grout with the grout float. Wipe the surface of the wall with a damp sponge. Allow the grout to dry for 24 hours.