When using ceramic tile try to find boxes with the same dye lot number.
How to install a ceramic tile shower surround.
Installing a tub surround over old shower tiles is one of the fastest ways to brighten up a bathroom.
Determine how much tile you ll need.
Once the adhesive is in place install the shower surround.
The tiles come in different sizes pre spaced on mats.
Purchase a tub surround kit compatible with your existing tub from your local home improvement store.
Leave at least 1 4 inch edge around the installation area.
For a shower enclosure extend the tile and the backerboard at least 6 inches above the showerhead.
Apply strong adhesive to the tile and the wall.
Step 5 install the shower surround.
This guide will show you how to install shower walls so you can turn any bathtub into a shower in just one day.
These kits are not only easy to install but they also look nice and seal the area behind them from water.
Save time by setting several tiles at once.
Measure each wall area calculating the width times height.
For a tub surround only install the backerboard and tile 12 inches above the tub.
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.
Once the surround shower is assembled you can install it.
If you want fancy glass tile accents like the ones we show brace yourself.
Loose ceramic tiles and any plastic tiles must be removed and the walls sanded smooth before installation.
On the ceiling and floor of the shower we used 2 x 2 tiles and on shower walls 2 x 4 tiles.
Learn how to tile a shower wall in just a few simple steps.
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In our project we used crema marfil an italian tumbled marble tile.
Surrounds can be installed directly over securely fastened ceramic tile.
Tiles like we show.
It pays to rent or buy a score and snap tile cutter if you re using 4 x 4 in.
For our shower we chose a running bond pattern.