How To Install A Ceramic Tile Shower Surround

For a tub surround only install the backerboard and tile 12 inches above the tub.

How to install a ceramic tile shower surround.

Surrounds can be installed directly over securely fastened ceramic tile. Loose ceramic tiles and any plastic tiles must be removed and the walls sanded smooth before installation. Purchase a tub surround kit compatible with your existing tub from your local home improvement store. Thehomedepot homeimprovement diy subscribe to the home depot.

On the ceiling and floor of the shower we used 2 x 2 tiles and on shower walls 2 x 4 tiles. Measure each wall area calculating the width times height. Add up the wall areas and add 10 so you have extra tile for mistakes or future repairs. Once the adhesive is in place install the shower surround.

Leave at least 1 4 inch edge around the installation area. Apply strong adhesive to the tile and the wall. Shower tile and shower tiling supplies will cost about 600 if you choose standard tile. The tiles come in different sizes pre spaced on mats.

For our shower we chose a running bond pattern. When using ceramic tile try to find boxes with the same dye lot number. Step 5 install the shower surround. Glass tile can be expensive so it s wise to think of it as an accent only.

Determine how much tile you ll need. To help hide the awkward appearance of an out of level tub make the bottom row of tiles at least three fourths of a tile high. It pays to rent or buy a score and snap tile cutter if you re using 4 x 4 in. Tiles like we show.

Learn how to tile a shower wall in just a few simple steps. Installing a tub surround over old shower tiles is one of the fastest ways to brighten up a bathroom. This guide will show you how to install shower walls so you can turn any bathtub into a shower in just one day. For a shower enclosure extend the tile and the backerboard at least 6 inches above the showerhead.

Once the surround shower is assembled you can install it. If you want fancy glass tile accents like the ones we show brace yourself. These kits are not only easy to install but they also look nice and seal the area behind them from water.