How To Install Ceramic Wall Tile

First set a scrap tile against the wall it allows space for grout.

How to install ceramic wall tile.

Push it firmly in the adhesive twisting it lightly to make sure it is locked into position. Then place another tile on the loose one and up against the tile on the wall. Installing ceramic tile on concrete wall start with one corner of the wall an lay the first tile into position. Things you ll need flat head screwdriver coarse grit sandpaper cloth water tile mastic or thinset mortar v notched trowel ceramic tiles tile spacers snap tile cutter tile grout rubber grout trowel sponge.

A rented ceramic tile cutter is the easiest way to make your straight cuts. Take your time and work on the wall in 3 square foot sections. Mark the loose tile and cut it to fit along the edge. Next place a loose tile directly over the last full tile you laid this is the tile you ll cut to size.

Tools and supplies you will need ceramic tile thin set tile adhesive v notch trowel size recommended by the tile manufacturer builder s paper painter s tape utility knife tape measure level wood block rubber mallet tile cutter or diamond blade wet saw tile nippers eye protection when cutting. Then using the lever to which the cutting wheel is attached draw the cutter across the surface. To keep it square the top of the tile should be held flush to the fence at the top of the cutter.