How To Lay Ceramic Tile In Bathroom Floor

Use tile spacers to make sure tiles are square and evenly spaced.

How to lay ceramic tile in bathroom floor.

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. You also don t want cut tiles at the entrance to the bathroom so adjust the tiles so cuts are against the far wall. This is a two day how to install tile floor project for most bathrooms even if you re not familiar with laying tile. Shift the tiles if needed so any cuts that must be made by the wall are against the least noticeable wall.

Then lay tile in a configuration that will use the most whole tiles and best fits the space. If you re comfortable using basic hand tools and have the patience to align tiles just right you can handle laying tile. If using a contrasting trim lay edge tile first. Position tiles to minimize visibility of tiles that must be cut to size.

Using a tape measure or digital laser tape measure the room from one wall to the opposite wall and note the distance. Insert spacers to keep the tiles separated and allow room for grout.