Prep For Wall Tile

Step 1 measure the wall.

Prep for wall tile.

Remove the tile and prepare the wall according to the corresponding instructions above or tile over the existing tile. Repair any loose or cracked tiles. Work it into the spaces using a diagonal motion. If existing tiles are beyond repair remove the tile and install a piece of wallboard in its place.

Dry areas such as living room walls do not need to be protected and the tile can be installed directly on top of the. If you want to install tiles on a wall that has already been painted keep in mind that such a wall is not very suitable for wall tile installation. Before you even start thinking of applying the tiles to your bathroom wall you should first prepare it. There are numerous ways to prep a shower for tile.

Mix a small amount of grout at a time and apply it with a rubber float. Wash the wall with tsp tri. Most tile have a recommended grout that works well with them so check your manufacturer s instructions. Cover any surrounding finish areas with plastic sheeting before using the paint roller to apply waterproofing as splash.

Concrete board is the longest used method in the industry and has some of the highest approval ratings from the national tile contractor s. Once the thinset has dried for 24 hours remove the spacers and prepare the wall for grout. To do so make sure all of the tiles are intact and secure.