Make a diagram of each wall to help you decide placement of tiles image 4.
How to install tile a shower wall.
Tiling a shower is a diy project that you can usually accomplish in a few days with the right tools and equipment.
After the second coat is dry and the whole shower area is prepped it s time to make tile decisions before going any further.
In our project we set the tile for the wall opposite the shower door first.
Wear skid proof shoes kneepads gloves.
Give your shower an update with new tile.
You ll need a design plan before you start attaching the tile.
Border tiles border around field tiles while accent tiles are used to add interest usually intermixed with field tiles.
Before you begin to install the tile figure out the layout of your tile scheme after measuring all areas to be tiled as well as the tiles.
Before you start setting tile take some measurements and see how the tiles will all lay out image 1.
For our shower we chose a running bond pattern.
Here s how to install shower wall tile after you ve prepped the area.