Have you ever considered starting a DIY project in your bathroom yourself? You should hire a professional to make sure your remodel is successful. However, it is entirely possible to create a bathroom remodel if you have the right tools and do your research before beginning your project.
The difficulty level is medium, but it can vary depending on the type of tiles you want to use. Here we will give you some tips on tiling a shower or bathroom floor.
How To Tile A Bathroom Floor
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Calculate square footage
Before you start, you must calculate the square footage of your bathroom, and for that, you will need a tape measure. This step will be easy if the toilet is not divided into separate areas, but if not, divide the bathroom into smaller spaces and measure them separately. Could you calculate the total and remember to add 10% to the supplies?
Get some samples
It is essential to have a few samples of different types of tiles to get a general idea of how the tiles would look in your bathroom, plus choose the grout. Here you will have several possibilities; you can combine the grout with tiles which would help you hide any imperfections, or choose colors that match each other.
Install cement boards
The next step is to install cement boards. Ensure the proper thickness of the floor and a smooth transition, also to prevent mold in areas with high humidity. If the floor is prepped you may not need to do this and ready to receive the tiles.
Determine the layout
Then review how to arrange the tiles. To determine the layout lay the tiles on the floor exactly how you want them so you have an idea of how they will look and where you will need to cut them. Remember to use the tile spacers. There are several sizes available for you to choose from. After this, you can either cut the tiles to be cut, or you can do this while adhering to the tiles.
Lay the Tiles
Finally, lay the tiles with spacers. Note that this time the placement is final. Use a level while laying the tiles to ensure you get them right. After 24 hours, remove the spacers and grout to fill the lines. Let the grout sit for a few minutes, then wipe off the excess. Ultimately, you must apply sealant since the bathroom is constantly exposed to humidity and water.
The tools you will need
You can choose different types of tiles with different kinds of textures, colors, or patterns, but whatever you select, you need to be prepared for the installation, which means you will need some tools.
• Hammer
• Wet saw with diamond blade
• Flame jagged
• Hammer drill
• Margin Palette
• A level
• Measuring tape
• Fiberglass tape
• Wood block
• Sponges
• Foam brush
• Gloves, safety glasses, knee pads and other similar accessories.
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