Remove any existing tiles.
Installing marble tile on shower wall.
If the surface you are tiling from floor tub.
Installing marble wall tile in a bathroom is not a diy job for beginners.
If you are installing the marble on a floor that is already tiled then you must remove the.
1 establish a starting point for the marble.
Preparing for installation 1.
Once demolition of the old tile is complete install a cement backer board in the shower area.
These will protect your hands eyes and lungs as you install your marble.
When installing tile in your home you can use a variety of products to adhere the tile to the substrate.
How to install tile in a bathroom shower step 1.
Use a starter board as a straight edge whenever.
The only special tool you need is a wet saw with a diamond blade.
Once demolition of the old tile is complete install a cement backer board in the shower area image 1.
In our project we used crema marfil an italian tumbled marble tile.
For instance different kinds of thinset are available and some may be more suitable for.
Home centers and tile shops carry a huge selection of marble limestone and granite and the installation techniques are virtually the same as for ceramic.
Spread an even amount of thinset on the wall first and then lay the tiles in pushing firmly to seat the tile and make sure it adheres well to the thinset.
These large pieces of marble are in a master shower.
Wear gloves eye protection and a facemask.
Laying marble tiles on cement board creates a very strong and waterproof installation if done correctly.
The tiles come in different sizes.
The thinset will suction to the tile and hold it in place if you have the correct consistency.
A master bathroom with a large shower stall and jacuzzi tub.
The tiles come in different sizes pre spaced.
Add the elegance of natural stone to your bathroom walls for little more than the cost of standard ceramic tiles.
Wall tile installed in this bathroom is a polished marble 12 x12 on the walls of the shower are.
Clean the floor surface.