For the vertical layout begin your pattern at the top of the wall so there ll be full uncut tile at the top.
Tiling a tub shower wall.
What is backer board.
Give your shower an update with new tile.
Above the lip of the tub.
Tiling a shower is a diy project that you can usually accomplish in a few days with the right tools and equipment.
That way if you do have to cut tile to fit they ll be at the bottom where the tub or shower pan might be slightly out of level.
Check if you need to adjust this mark to avoid laying slivers of tile at the top and bottom.
Apply it to the wall with the bottom edge about 1 4 in.
Use the back of a plastic spoon to smooth the caulk.
Prep the shower area for tile layout to start tiling prepare by running a bead of silicone caulk around the perimeter of the area you are tiling to seal it image 1.
Wear skid proof shoes kneepads gloves.
A bathtub introduces additional challenges.
To tile around a tub or shower start by measuring the height of the back wall from the lip of the tub to the top of the area to be tiled.
Cement backer board is used as a sub surface for tiling usually for showers or bathtubs.
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.
Then apply a generous amount of thin set to the bottom bathtub tile and position it 1 8 in.
This video will show you how to set tile around a tub.
Also if you re tiling a ceiling in the shower x77 is a fantastic option.
For a shower enclosure extend the tile and the backerboard at least 6 inches above the showerhead.
Then pick your shower tile and use this guide for step by step instructions on how to tile a shower.
Fill the gap between the tile and the tub with caulk.
Divide the dimension in half and make a mark there.
Nobody wants a tile to fall of the ceiling and hurt someone or crack a shower pan tile.
If the tub is level set a full tile at its top edge.
If you plan to cut the bottom row of tile start your installation with the second row.