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How to tile wall around bathtub.
Apply matching caulk to the outside edge of the tub to keep water out of the gap.
In our project we brought an old 70s bathroom into classic art deco style.
Position the backer board onto the wall with the smoother side against the wall allowing 1 4 inch of space above the lip of the tub.
Run a bead along one side then wipe it smooth with a damp cloth.
Load the caulk into a caulk gun then cut the tip to the desired diameter.
To tile around a tub or shower start by measuring the height of the back wall from the lip of.
Allow everything to dry for at least a day or two before relaxing in your newly tiled bathtub.
Above the lip of the tub.
The best approach when installing cement board or other tile backer around a tub is to keep the cement board out of the lip area.
Mark the layout lines.
Fill the gap between the tile and the tub with caulk.
To start tiling prepare by running a bead of silicone caulk around the perimeter of the area you are tiling to.
How to tile a tub surround 1.
Trowel on the tile mastic.
Apply it to the wall with the bottom edge about 1 4 in.
How to tile bathroom walls and shower tub area step 1.
Hold the board in place and drive a 2 inch galvanized roofing.