Tile Above Shower Wall

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Tile above shower wall.

Layout your tile pattern on the cardboard template. Add a few rows of decorative tile above the surround to extend it all the way to the ceiling. Ideal for wet spaces like your shower surround and above the bathroom vanity both glass and other mosaic tiles come in many colors and shapes. You ll need a design plan before you start attaching the tile.

Measure each proposed tile area above your shower surround and draw a matching to scale outline on a large. You can apply a moisture resistant paint with a brush or a roller in the space above the. Run a damp sponge over the backer board in the area you intend to tile. The added sheen of glass tile also adds depth to your bathroom.

Add up the wall areas and add 10 so you have extra tile for mistakes or future repairs. This gives you a visual idea of what the tile will look like. Determine how much tile you ll need. Glass or mosaic tile coloful glass tile fits contemporary and minimalist spaces and provides a dyamic contrast to natural stone walls.

Spread thin set along the first section of your tile row. Measure each wall area calculating the width times height. The tile can either match the surround to blend in and make the entire unit look larger or it can be a. Use a small amount of the excess mortar and spread it onto the back of a tile with the notched.

For our shower we chose a running bond pattern. Turn over the trowel to the notched side and comb over in one direction.