Wall Tile Bottom Row

Use a standard level or laser level to extend this reference line across the wall and around the entire area that is being tiled image 3.

Wall tile bottom row.

Tiles installed above this line will not require cutting. On this wall we started each row at the line and worked back toward the corner. Cut the tiles on a tile saw. Setup all the seamclips on the top of the first row of tile.

Measure and mark the spot for your second row of tile check your mark for level then attach a board to the wall to act as a guide. Decorative wall tile makes a unique look that you can tailor and personalize to show off your style. Choose from beautiful colors and great textures to create wow worthy walls. If you plan to cut the bottom row of tile start your installation with the second row.

The first was creating a clean edge where the tile would stop. The tops of all tiles in the bottom row must meet this line or be cut from the bottom to line up with the mark. Continue to run the laser up the wall and line up successive rows. We drew a line on the wall using a level to ensure it was exactly straight up and down.

Here is an easy way to set your 1st row and the rest going up your wall then lastly the first row is set. A batten board helps you start your bottom most course or row of tiles. Then we used tiles that had a bullnose edge on the short side to create a clean edge. And embed the next tile.

Don t start it at the floor. Place the first row of tiles along the wall and mark the tile where they need to be cut in order to have the tile s top edge aligned with the line you drew. Start applying the adhesive in a bottom corner about 1 tile length away from the bottom and side of the wall leaving space for the edge tiles. I explain why this method works soooo easy.

A batten board is nothing more than a 1 x4 or 1 x2 board screwed directly into the wall horizontally. Wall tile is a stylish and functional material to incorporate into your home s design. New wall tile designs allow you to mimic wood concrete or other looks. We use 2 clips per 12 of tile.

Scoop out a golf ball sized amount of adhesive onto a notched trowel and spread enough adhesive in a thin layer over the wall to hang 2 3 tiles at a time.