There is no such thing as a car without a steering wheel when it comes to homes. For years, humans have been able to construct homes. Bathrooms were not widely available until around a century ago when the majority of homes in the Western world lacked them.
Because humans are good at making what they need, but they are terrible at predicting what they will need in the future, this is the reason. It is not as though our forefathers missed technical know-how; just the contrary. It took many centuries for other innovations, such as glass windows, to catch on with the people who lived then.
If you are a first-time homeowner, it is important to keep your bathroom clean and working. Install new bathroom tiles, and here is how.
Examine your Floor
You must have a strong base before beginning any tile project—a floor that moves very little as you walk on it. Having a solid subfloor eliminates this problem. If the vinyl is well-bonded, you can install tile directly on top of it. Taking out vinyl flooring should be avoided at all costs. In addition to saving time, leaving it in place decreases the risk of asbestos exposure.
Prepare the Underlayment
Flat and undamaged subfloors are required for a good bathroom. The sink and shower may have water damage when remodeling an older bathroom. Repair or replace any subfloor that has been damaged. Use 3/4 plywood for the complete subfloor replacement. If you need to replace the tiles on the countertops, make sure to choose porcelain slabs as they resist staining.
Scrub the Floor
If you have vinyl tiles, apply water combined with a vinyl floor stripper using an abrasive pad in accordance with the manufacturer’s advice. To get rid of wax and other debris, use the stripper.
Create a Tile Layout
A tile pattern like brickwork can be selected based on the bathroom’s size and design, as well as the tile itself. A chalk snap line can be used to draw a vertical line across the middle of a room. Using a tape measure, locate the center of the piece.
Layout the Tiles on the Floor to Make Sure a Good Fit
Work from the middle line outward, installing your tile in this manner. Try out a few different positions to see what works best for you. You want to use full-scale, uncut tiles in those areas that are most noticeable. Make any necessary alterations to avoid minor cuts in the tile or traffic on the grout lines. Make all of your tile cuts before you lay out the rest of your design in order to save time. “Dry-fitting” is the term for this.
Door Jambs Must be cut
Using a flimsy cardboard spacer under a tile is an option if the door jambs remain in place. Make a pencil mark on the door jambs. After removing the tile, use the necessary tool to cut the door jambs to fit.
Apply tile grout after 24 to 48 hours.
