How To Lay Ceramic Tile In Bathroom Floor

Position tiles to minimize visibility of tiles that must be cut to size.

How to lay ceramic tile in bathroom floor.

If using a contrasting trim lay edge tile first. Using a tape measure or digital laser tape measure the room from one wall to the opposite wall and note the distance. The number of tiles you will need will depend on the size of the tile you wish to lay as well as the tile pattern you will like on the floor. If you re comfortable using basic hand tools and have the patience to align tiles just right you can handle laying tile.

This is a two day how to install tile floor project for most bathrooms even if you re not familiar with laying tile. Beginning with the center tile set the bathroom tiles one by one into the spread mortar or adhesive giving a wiggle or twist to each tile to ensure a strong bond. Shift the tiles if needed so any cuts that must be made by the wall are against the least noticeable wall. You also don t want cut tiles at the entrance to the bathroom so adjust the tiles so cuts are against the far wall.

Then lay tile in a configuration that will use the most whole tiles and best fits the space. Use tile spacers to make sure tiles are square and evenly spaced.