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How to install a ceramic tile shower surround.
Learn how to tile a shower wall in just a few simple steps.
Once the surround shower is assembled you can install it.
Installing a tub surround over old shower tiles is one of the fastest ways to brighten up a bathroom.
These kits are not only easy to install but they also look nice and seal the area behind them from water.
Step 5 install the shower surround.
The tiles come in different sizes pre spaced on mats.
This guide will show you how to install shower walls so you can turn any bathtub into a shower in just one day.
Once the adhesive is in place install the shower surround.
Measure each wall area calculating the width times height.
For a shower enclosure extend the tile and the backerboard at least 6 inches above the showerhead.
Add up the wall areas and add 10 so you have extra tile for mistakes or future repairs.
Surrounds can be installed directly over securely fastened ceramic tile.
Save time by setting several tiles at once.
Leave at least 1 4 inch edge around the installation area.
Glass tile can be expensive so it s wise to think of it as an accent only.
Shower tile and shower tiling supplies will cost about 600 if you choose standard tile.
Loose ceramic tiles and any plastic tiles must be removed and the walls sanded smooth before installation.
Apply strong adhesive to the tile and the wall.
For a tub surround only install the backerboard and tile 12 inches above the tub.
If you want fancy glass tile accents like the ones we show brace yourself.
In our project we used crema marfil an italian tumbled marble tile.
Make sure that the holes line up with the faucet bars and shower head prior to.
When using ceramic tile try to find boxes with the same dye lot number.
Determine how much tile you ll need.
Purchase a tub surround kit compatible with your existing tub from your local home improvement store.
Tiles like we show.
For our shower we chose a running bond pattern.