Put on a pair of safety goggles before you start.
How to tile up part a wall.
Measure the width and height of the wall to find out how many tiles you need.
Once you ve removed the current wall dressings and wall items like light switch.
So you ve got that bottom row of tile.
Shim any gaps between the new wall and the ceiling.
Nail or screw the wall to the floor and to the ceiling joists.
Measuring and cleaning the walls 1.
Using a tape measure take the width of the wall and divide that by two to find the centre.
You want the tile adhesive to have something to grab onto.
Fill any cracks or holes in.
Tips for tiling a wall 1.
Your wall is up and ready for finishing.
Hang a batten board to prevent tile slippage.
Make a mark on wall.
Now using a level and measuring tape measure and mark for.
Check your floor for level and walls.
Then using a vertical spirit level line it up with the mark and draw a line down the centre of the wall.
Sand with a medium grit sandpaper to create a uniform surface that s not too smooth.
A batten board helps you start your bottom most course or row of tiles.
Make sure your wall is ready to go.
Use a chisel and hammer if you need to remove existing tiles.
Mark the locations on.
If the new wall aligns with a stud on the adjoining wall attach it there as well.
Seal the walls with a skim coat and let it dry thoroughly.
Use measuring tape to take precise.
Thoroughly vacuum the area and give the wall a once over with a damp sponge or cleaning cloth.
This is your centreline the line you will tile from.
Use a level and tape to measure for your tile locations.
Apply a level to make sure the wall is exactly vertical.