How To Lay Ceramic Tile In The Bathroom

Then lay tile in a configuration that will use the most whole tiles and best fits the space.

How to lay ceramic tile in the bathroom.

A thinner subfloor will cause the floor to flex due to the weight of the tile. Use tile spacers to make sure tiles are square and evenly spaced. Insert spacers to keep the tiles separated and allow room for grout. Beginning with the center tile set the bathroom tiles one by one into the spread mortar or adhesive giving a wiggle or twist to each tile to ensure a strong bond.

Shift the tiles if needed so any cuts that must be made by the wall are against the least noticeable wall. Tiles can be installed as a floor or wall covering nearly anywhere but they are especially useful in bathrooms and kitchens. Position tiles to minimize visibility of tiles that must be cut to size. A flexing subfloor results in cracked tiles and grout and a lot of headaches.

Before you start setting tile take some measurements and see how the tiles will all lay out image 1. Too often tile novices simply start setting tile in a corner and continue along two walls until the floor is covered. Ceramic tile is a versatile and durable finishing material. Install ceramic tile over a subfloor that s no less than 1 1 8 inches thick.

The tiles come in different sizes pre spaced on mats. On the ceiling and floor of the shower we used 2 x 2 tiles and on shower walls 2 x 4 tiles. Lay out a single horizontal and vertical row of tiles across the floor along the chalk reference lines. Save time by setting several tiles at once.

Make sure the guides are at right angles by measuring out a 3 4 5 triangle. Position the guides so you can lay all the field tiles without moving the guides.