Tile A Corner Shower Walls

Give your shower an update with new tile.

Tile a corner shower walls.

Press the tile against the wall with the cut side facing the corner and the other edge next to the last full tile in the course. If you tile the walls starting from the middle the tiles placed along the corners will have to be cut in most of the cases to fit into position. Apply mortar to the back of the tile with the notched trowel. Simple and chic subway tile never goes out of style.

Tiling a shower is a diy project that you can usually accomplish in a few days with the right tools and equipment. Our shower wall panels will soon be available in two new solid surface subway tile patterns that take classic to a new level. Today we share 9 quick tips that ll make your project easier and get you great results. Create the ultimate shower space by combining with our new color series.

Choose a consistent color and pattern for the whole space or a contrasting design for your shower that will make it the bathroom s main attraction. Space the two tiles consistent with the rest of the tiles generally 1 8 inch which will leave a 1 4 inch space at the corner. For our shower we chose a running bond pattern. Determine how much tile you ll need.

The fact that you can use ceramic tile for your bathroom s backsplash walls floor and ceiling in addition to your shower makes coordinating simple. Add up the wall areas and add 10 so you have extra tile for mistakes or future repairs. What s the best way to tile a shower wall. Wear skid proof shoes kneepads gloves.

Installation of corner tiles is the same as it is for wall tiles. Then pick your shower tile and use this guide for step by step instructions on how to tile a shower. It s slightly more expensive than cement board but much easier to work with. Learning how to tile a shower wall isn t hard but it does require preparation.

Cement board tile backer is commonly used for shower walls but we used a drywall type tile backer called densshield for this tile shower. Measure each wall area calculating the width times height. As you work your way up from the bottom you smear your thinset onto the wall with a notched trowel depending on the size of your. We have elevated the look and design with a textured grout line.

You score it snap it and cut it just like drywall. You ll need a design plan before you start attaching the tile.