Tile Above Shower Surround

Tile is smooth and as such needs to be roughed up a little bit for the shower surround to properly fit.

Tile above shower surround. Our high quality acrylic white bathroom surround enclosures are designed to mimic the look of architectural porcelain tile. Cut as needed with tile snips or a wet saw to allow tile pieces a better fit around shower faucets and shower heads. Before any work is done a representative works with you to determine your specific needs and the best way to install the surround. Tiling over an uneven surface will give you less than stellar results so level out any globs of dried grout with a sander and secure loose tiles with fresh tile adhesive before beginning the project.

For a shower enclosure extend the tile and the backerboard at least 6 inches above the showerhead. Periodically check the tile line with a level to be sure they are straight. 3 piece easy up adhesive corner wall surround in white 52 model b69912 3838 wh 199 00. The tile can either match the surround to blend in and make the entire unit look larger.

For a tub surround only install the backerboard and tile 12 inches above the tub. Measure each proposed tile area above your shower surround and draw a matching to scale outline on a large cardboard sheet. The bathtub and shower surround kits are thermally formed and have structural strength and durability and will not crack or yellow ensuring your bathroom maintains its tip top look for years to come. For exposed edges set edge trim or bullnose tile pieces in place.

Use a palm sander with 80 grit sandpaper and carefully sand the finish tile down until there is no gloss left on it. Add a few rows of decorative tile above the surround to extend it all the way to the ceiling. Start a new row above the first row and continue setting tile as instructed. When tiling around a tub mark the first layout line at the vertical edge of the tile next to the tub.

Some bathtub wall kits are designed to be put directly over ceramic wall tiles according to jennifer renglich marketing director for bath fitter a national chain for bathroom remodeling products.