Learning How To Tile A Shower Wall
So, you’ve decided you cannot put off remodeling your bathroom any longer. The question is, exactly how much remodeling are you up for? It would be easy to simply order a pre-fabricated acrylic shower stall unit straight from the factory. You can get optional seats, shelves, and doors in free-standing or wall mounted sectional units. Just install and you’re done. But, before you order, consider some of the advantages to learning how to tile a shower wall.
Your wife will love the almost endless range of design options if you decide to go with tile. They are available in every imaginable color, to match the most creative decorating scheme. You can also adjust you shower to be the size that fits best in your bathroom. Large or small adjustments are pretty easy when you are tiling walls, and you will be able to avoid some of the remodeling problems that occur when doorways are too small for new tubs and showers. Most of the materials can be conveniently bought at your local Lowes store. Finally, realtors say that the resale value is slightly high for bathrooms with a custom-tiled look.
There are also a few disadvantages to consider. You will be spending a bit more, especially if you need professional help with your project. You will also need more time for this project than a regular installation. Learning how to tile a shower wall can be a difficult process for the inexperienced diy. That said, the first step is to make sure your existing underlayment is flat and solid and secured firmly to the framing. Your walls need to be flat and in good condition. Get rid of wallpaper and glue, rough up glossy paint, and repair plaster if necessary. Everything needs to be clean, dry, and dust-free. If replacement is necessary, you can purchase cement-based board, called backerboard or Wonderboard, at Lowes. Lasco also has shower pans, and you can find a beautiful variety of glass tiles through Aqua Glass.
Once you learn how to tile a shower wall, it follows that you can retile a shower pretty easily. Another option is to pair up a fiberglass/acrylic shower pan with your newly tiled walls. This project is less demanding and the results will still be very satisfying. Tiling a shower is a challenging project, but the results will be more than worth it every time you step into your newly remodeled bathroom.