Continue adding tiles to the row until it is complete.
How to tile a shower wall using 12x24 tiles.
Save time by setting several tiles at once.
But the right methods make a huge difference.
But again the choice is yours to make.
Tiling shower wall coverings doesn t have to be hard.
Use a tile cutter to just score the length of the tile and press firmly to cut.
If you re using a large tile e g.
12 24 inches we recommend trying a tile leveling system and using 1 16 clips.
Push your tile firmly into place.
Installing 12 24 tile can be a little tricky compared to smaller tiles but with a little planning and a few tricks up your sleeve this can be a great diy project even if you don t have a ton of tiling experience.
If using small tiles you can skip this step.
By the way always start your shower tiling project on the main 5 foot wall if tiling a tub.
Use spacers between the tile to make sure the gaps are consistent.
Plan your tile layout so that it doesn t leave you with less than 2 inches of tile on the bottom or top.
This shower tile is 12 x 24 inches and we decided to have 6 inch pieces on the bottom and top.
Stagger large format tiles in thirds.
Insert a tile spacer then repeat the process to add the next piece of tile.
12 x 24 tile is everywhere lately.
Use bullnose for exposed edges or you can use trim pieces.
What s the best way to tile a shower wall.
Large tiles tend to cup or bow upward in the middle of the tile.
Wiggle it gently to help it settle into the mortar.
Large format tiles lend a contemporary edge to any space.
Press the tile into the mortar gently but firmly aligned along your board guide.
It makes a smaller space look bigger.
On the ceiling and floor of the shower we used 2 x 2 tiles and on shower walls 2 x 4 tiles.
Use tile nippers or a hole saw designed for tile to cut curves.
Suitable for floor and wall use 12x24 tiles need fewer grout lines as well so there is little maintenance or cleaning required.
In our project we set the tile for the wall opposite the shower door first.
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