How To Install Tile Above Shower Wall

For our shower we chose a running bond pattern.

How to install tile above shower wall.

Save time by setting several tiles at once. On the ceiling and floor of the shower we used 2 x 2 tiles and on shower walls 2 x 4 tiles. First cover the drywall in a layer of paint on waterproofing that you can apply with a. Measure each wall area calculating the width times height.

Measure your panels of cement backer board to fit the shower walls on each side. For example if one wall s tiled area will measure 36 inches wide by 18 inches high you would draw a rectangle that is 36 inches wide and 18 inches high on a piece of cardboard. With over 10 years of experience he specializes in bathroom and kitchen renovations. Add a few rows of decorative tile above the surround to extend it all the way to the ceiling.

Before you start setting tile take some measurements and see how the tiles will all lay out image 1. The tile can either match the surround to blend in and make the entire unit look larger. Measure each proposed tile area above your shower surround and draw a matching to scale outline on a large cardboard sheet. You ll need a design plan before you start attaching the tile.

Determine how much tile you ll need. Add up the wall areas and add 10 so you have extra tile for mistakes or future repairs. Just as you can use tile inside the shower itself you can finish the wall above it with ceramic tile.