Slate Shower Wall Tiles

How to tile a shower with slate preparing for wall installation.

Slate shower wall tiles.

Some types of slate will hold up better than other types of slate in wet areas such as showers. Wash the tiles to remove dust. X 10mm textured slate mesh mounted mosaic wall tile 10 sq. Apply a layer of adhesive on the underside of each tile and place the first tile below your horizontal reference line to the side of the vertical reference line.

This fine grain wall tile will bring texture and personality to your space. Slate tile showers can have many problems and issues that are not present in most other types of tile showers. Slate tile can even retain heat making it perfect in colder climates or for spa style bathrooms. Start by tiling the bottom half of the bathroom walls.

Mix 5 pounds of thinset according to manufacturers instructions. There are many different types of slate depending on where in the world the slate is mined from. See more ideas about bathroom design bathrooms remodel slate shower. Mix the slate adhesive according to the packing instructions.

As you wash them sort the tiles by their color mix. Slate is a natural stone that is formed from clay in sedimentary layers along riverbeds. This slate tile showcases a rich color palette from copper to reds and tans to blacks. Mix half the package.

Do not mix more than you are likely to use in 30 minutes. Msi rustique interlocking 8 in. Dec 28 2019 explore bright boakye agyemang s board slate shower on pinterest.