It is possible to change the look of a room by covering a wall.The fabric is an excellent media for decorating.Ceramic tile can be used as a patterned surface for a wall.Porcelain tile designs are created by Italy, China and the United States.To make sure the tile is straight and well placed, you will want to take extra time.You will need to work carefully because porcelain tile is fragile.Find out how to tile a wall.
Step 1: The area around your walls should be prepared.
Dust and tile pieces can be caught by placing drop cloths on the floor.
Step 2: Wear clothes that protect you.
You should wear long pants and gloves.There are dangers to broken tile.
Step 3: If necessary, remove the old tile.
Your surface will not be even if you try to tile over old tile.To crack tiles, use a chisel and hammer.If the tile doesn't fall off automatically, remove it from pieces.Remove remaining pieces.Don't get the wall too deep or you will create an even surface.If the wall is not even, you should re-plaster it.The walls should be plastered by a professional.If you want to install wall tile in a bathroom or other wet area, use cement fiberboard on the surface.
Step 4: To create an even surface, sand the wall with medium-grit sandpaper.
If you aren't removing previous tile, you should still use a fine-grit sandpaper to help the glue stick on glossy surfaces.
Step 5: Buy the tiles.
Porcelain tiles can be found through the Internet, home improvement stores and decorators.Extra tile is necessary since tiles will break in the process.You can try out glue at the home improvement store.Different types of glue are required.You don't want your glue to ruin the tile.
Step 6: The wall should be applied with a wall sealant.
The glue will be moist while you complete your project.It can be found at home improvement stores.
Step 7: Measure the size of the tiles you want to use.
Determine the number of tiles you will need to complete the pattern.
Step 8: Use a wooden straight edge to level the tiles.
Don't measure the tile according to the ceiling or floor because they are not always level.Use a level to place a batten across the wall.
Step 9: The wall has a pin on it.
Use a pencil to mark where the tiles will go.Do not avoid this step because the batten will help you keep the tile straight.
Step 10: You can also use a vertical batten for your first tiles.
Put a level vertical batten in place.The first tiles should be at a 90 degree angle.
Step 11: To apply a layer of glue, use a trowel.
You can use a straight edge to align the tile.If you apply the glue with a brush, make sure it has a notch on it.
Step 12: As you set the tiles into the glue, place a tile spacer between them.
Step 13: Press the tile into the wall.
The tiles should be allowed to dry in small areas so that you can concentrate on making the tiles straight.
Step 14: Remove excess glue with a scraper.
The tiles should be wiped away with a wet rag.
Step 15: The tiles should be near the edges of the walls.
You will need a wet cutter to use.Cut the tiles for a good fit.
Step 16: The tiles should be dried for at least 24 to 36 hours.
The time should be specified by the glue directions.
Step 17: The tile should be spread with a grout float.
There are tiles that are water and mold resistant.
Step 18: To clean the tile, use a wet sponge.
Run the sponge over the tile.Allow it to dry completely.
Step 19: The tiles should be cleaned with a cotton rag.
This will remove any remaining grout.