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. Shift the tiles if needed so any cuts that must be made by the wall are against the least noticeable wall. Lay out a single horizontal and vertical row of tiles across the floor along the chalk reference lines. 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. If using a contrasting trim lay edge tile first.

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. Insert spacers to keep the tiles separated and allow room for grout. Use tile spacers to make sure tiles are square and evenly spaced.

Using a tape measure or digital laser tape measure the room from one wall to the opposite wall and note the distance. You also don t want cut tiles at the entrance to the bathroom so adjust the tiles so cuts are against the far wall.