Tile Over Existing Shower Wall Tile

Position your tiles according to the layout you choose.

Tile over existing shower wall tile.

Installing a tub surround over old shower tiles is one of the fastest ways to brighten up a bathroom. The basic tiling process is the same as any tile installation. Roughen the tile with 80 grit sandpaper. And it lasts for 20 years.

Using a modified mortar with latex or polymer additives creates a stronger bond between the existing tile floor and your new tiles. Working in small sections spread the thinset over the existing tile using a notched trowel. The surface of the existing tile should be free of mold and mildew completely level including grout and without any warping or strangely placed tiles that might otherwise interfere with a. You do not have to allot work hours to pull up the existing tiles which means the tiling work can be finished much faster and all without the big mess.

Purchase a tub surround kit compatible with your existing tub from your local home improvement store. Grind them down with a grinder. Epoxy tile adhesive bonds with existing tiles making it one of the best options for tiling over an existing tiled wall. One advantage of doing this is that it is time saving.

These kits are not only easy to install but they also look nice and seal the area behind them from water. Tile on tile or as i say it. Tiling over tile is usually a much easier and cheaper solution than pulling up your original tiles and re tiling your floor or wall. If your old ceramic tile is worn or dated you can lay new tile right over the old and avoid the huge job of tearing out the old tile.