Place a tile spacer between the tiles as you set them into the glue to allow space for grout.
How to install porcelain tile on the wall.
For the average small wall tiles which are currently popular you will want to use a 1x4 square notch trowel.
Use a notched trowel to spread thin set mortar over a 3 x 3 foot section.
Mortar a small spot and then place a tile.
To do so.
Press it firmly into the adhesive.
This will prevent excess mastic from drying or skimming over before you get the.
As you press the adhesive will be flattened out.
Starting in the center on one side of your reference line apply a coat of tile setting adhesive to an area about 3x3 feet square.
Position the first tile or sheet of mosaic tiles into place on the wall at the center point of the layout.
Before you think about setting the tile in place with mortar make sure that the layout is even from side to side in both directions.
Allow the tiles to dry according to adhesive directions in small areas so that you can concentrate on making the tiles straight.
Take care not to cover your lines.
7 press the tile into the wall with a wooden board.
Pick up the loose tiles and set them aside.
Pull the tile up and look at the pattern that is create on the back.
How to install a ceramic tile floor.
Align it carefully with the horizontal and vertical layout lines.