Wait for it to dry then use a filler to make it an even surface.
Prep textured wall for tiling.
Move the knife in upward downward and sideways directions loosening and removing the surface of the texture from the wall.
Remove any remaining dust oil or grease with tsp tri sodium phosphate or an.
Repair or remove unfit plaster.
Repair any loose or cracked tiles.
How to prepare painted or textured drywall for tiling however first you should remove any signs of paint not firmly or tightly fixed in place.
Get rid of any other paint with paint remover.
Remove the tile and prepare the wall according to the corresponding instructions above or tile over the existing tile.
Place a wide drywall knife on the wall at a 45 degree angle.
Drag the wide area of the scraper across the paint in all directions to remove as much paint as you possibly can.
Previously painted textured drywall prep.
Wash the wall with tsp tri sodium phosphate or an ammonia based cleaner to remove any grease or oil.
Sand the wall with a medium grade sandpaper to create that rough surface for the grout.
Use either a hand held sander or an electric sander.
Vacuum the wall and.
How to prepare for tiling a wall.
If existing tiles are beyond repair remove the tile and install a piece of wallboard in its place.
Make sure there is no dust or heavy particles.
Then fill in the cracks and holes present and use sandpaper to fix any uneven areas.
Sand so that the adhesive can bond.
Sand the wall with medium grit sandpaper 80 grit to further smooth the texture creating an even surface on which to apply the tile.
Remove old fittings such as pins screws rivets etc.
Get rid of or pre treat wallpaper if present repair any cracks or signs of damage.