Putting Tile On Wood Wall

Even though it will be covered with the tile you want to avoid any chances of the wood changing size or moving.

Putting tile on wood wall.

At the end of a row or around fixtures you ll probably need to cut some tiles. Spread the mastic over a 3 square foot section of your installation area using a notched trowel onto the. A rented ceramic tile cutter is the easiest way to make your straight cuts. For wall installations plywood is overkill beneath the concrete or fiber board which is designed in five eighths inch material for wall settings.

As you work your way along place tile spacers on all four sides of each tile so your grout lines will be consistent. Take your time and work on the wall in 3 square foot sections. Hold a tile at this spot accounting for a 1 8 inch expansion gap. You can do so with just one coat of finish.

If it is exposed to extreme weather changes or moisture you should treat it. To see where the tile will end at the top of the installation make a jury stick. If possible you should always use concrete board underlayments rather than plywood. Mark the wall at the top of the tile.

Before doing any tile work you may want to consider where the wood paneling is. When creating a mosaic trace or draw the design of your mosaic directly onto the wood. Chipboard cushioned vinyl flooring particle boards of any type oriented strand board osb interior grade plywood tongue and groove planking and hardwood floors are unsuitable substrates for direct installation of ceramic tile. Installing over wood.

Then use a level to extend the line along the work area.