Shift the tiles if needed so any cuts that must be made by the wall are against the least noticeable wall.
How to lay ceramic tile in the bathroom.
Make sure the guides are at right angles by measuring out a 3 4 5 triangle.
You also don t want cut tiles at the entrance to the bathroom so adjust the tiles so cuts are against the far wall.
Then lay tile in a configuration that will use the most whole tiles and best fits the space.
On the ceiling and floor of the shower we used 2 x 2 tiles and on shower walls 2 x 4 tiles.
Position tiles to minimize visibility of tiles that must be cut to size.
Install ceramic tile over a subfloor that s no less than 1 1 8 inches thick.
Before you start setting tile take some measurements and see how the tiles will all lay out image 1.
Use tile spacers to make sure tiles are square and evenly spaced.
Beginning with the center tile set the bathroom tiles one by one into the spread mortar or adhesive giving a wiggle or twist to each tile to ensure a strong bond.
Ceramic tile is a versatile and durable finishing material.
Lay out a single horizontal and vertical row of tiles across the floor along the chalk reference lines.
A flexing subfloor results in cracked tiles and grout and a lot of headaches.
Insert spacers to keep the tiles separated and allow room for grout.
Once the best layout has been determined measure tiles that must be cut to complete coverage.
Too often tile novices simply start setting tile in a corner and continue along two walls until the floor is covered.
How to install ceramic wall tile.
Save time by setting several tiles at once.
The tiles come in different sizes pre spaced on mats.