Tips for tiling a small bathroom

When tiling a small bathroom , you have to take into account some tips. This depends on whether we can achieve a better finish, ensure that the surface is well leveled or that the flooring contributes to enhancing the spaciousness of the bathroom or the aesthetic beauty of the decoration.

Below we will show you some of the aspects that must be taken into account. Choose a bathroom tile model that suits your tastes and preferences.

What to take into account when tiling a small bathroom

Let's see what you should take into account to tile the bathroom in your house.

Choose wide tiles

The first thing to keep in mind is that to tile a small bathroom, the ideal is to use large size tiles, or to place the tiles diagonally.

This will add a sense of depth to the room, allowing it to appear larger.

Take your bathroom measurements

With that said, you will need to measure your bathroom so that you can know how many pieces you need to buy.

Even if it is a small bathroom, it is advisable to buy 10% more tiles and tiles, since you will surely have to cut tiles, and in case of any unforeseen breakage.

Remove the old tiles and sand the wall

The next step is to remove the old tiles from the wall. For this, you can help yourself with a chisel and a hammer. The easiest way to remove them is to hit the edges. When you've removed them, sand and clean the wall to make it level.

Decide how you are going to lay your tiles

You may want to place a border, or combine different types of tiles in the part of the shower to give it a more original touch. Bet on light tones so as not to take away the luminosity of your bathroom.

Decide in advance the design and the height at which you will place the border, measuring the size of the tiles you are going to use.

Lay the tiles

To place the tiles, you have to follow the following process:

• Mix the cement with the water, according to the manufacturer's directions. Stir until smooth.
• Put cement on the wall with a spatula and a rubber planer, which you will go from bottom to top and from left to right.
• Also apply the cement on the tiles that you are going to lay, and put them in an orderly manner, with the help of spacers so that it is level.
• Mark where you should cut the tiles at the corners and edges of the floor. With the help of a tile saw, gloves and safety glasses, cut the tile along the corresponding line.
• When you have finished laying all the tiles, wait for it to dry. Then, apply the grouting paste and remove the excess with the trowel.
• Finally, clean the tiles and the joints until you make sure that there are no more remains.

We hope these tips will help you tile a small bathroom. Find the best bathroom tiles in our online store.