How To Make Drywall Wall Tiles Step By Step

Prepare your wall for tiling by making sure it is clean dry and free from dust and dirt.

How to make drywall wall tiles step by step.

If existing tiles are beyond repair remove the tile and install a piece of wallboard in its place. Set out your tiles. A longer wall may need more than one sheet of drywall. Wash the wall with tsp tri.

Start by hanging a full sheet as before. Repair any loose or cracked tiles. In addition if you have to install wall tiles on drywall you should prepare the surface thoroughly. Mark a vertical and horizontal line on the centre of the wall being tiled using a spirit level.

Using a drywall lift can make this step easier. Make sure the walls are straight and level without any irregularities or residues otherwise the tiles won t stick to walls or you could end up with a crooked wall. Tack it in place and then drive drywall screws every 16 inches and into the studs. Hanging drywall horizontally can lessen the amount of taping required and place the seam at a convenient height.

Mortar a small spot and then place a tile. Your trowel size will depend on the size and type of tile you re using. Tiles can be fixed to most substrates including plasterboard skimmed plaster and tile backer boards. To do so make sure all of the tiles are intact and secure.