Also if you re tiling a ceiling in the shower x77 is a fantastic option.
Tile shower walls diy.
Nobody wants a tile to fall of the ceiling and hurt someone or crack a shower pan tile.
To start tiling prepare by running a bead of silicone caulk around the perimeter of the area you are tiling to.
Put on mask and ear protection and as needed mark and cut a panel to fit using an angle grinder.
In our project we brought an old 70s bathroom into classic art deco style.
Begin with the length of the shower.
How to prep a shower wall for tile begin by removing the old tile or the fiberglass shower wall.
Leave out the row of tiles where the shelf will rest photo 8.
Screw each panel to the studs using 1 1 4 inch cement board drywall screws.
This is a dusty job so use plastic to cover your doorways wear a respirator that s rated for dust cover the floor with a drop cloth and make sure there s plenty of ventilation.
How to tile bathroom walls and shower tub area step 1.
Smooth the cut edge.
Finish tiling the wall cutting the top row to fit as needed as you work on this how to tile a shower project.
Beginners guide tutorial for the diy enthusiast.
Measure your panels of cement backer board to fit the shower walls on each side.
Tile the alcove sill and then the sides and top.
If you mix x77 per the directions use the correct trowel size back butter your tiles and use directional troweling your tiles won t slide down the wall.
Including application of adhesive grout edging strip and cutting.