Replacing Bathroom Tiles

Learn how to regrout bathroom tile.

Replacing bathroom tiles.

Apply grout with fingertip to fill hard to reach areas 14. Replace the tile by pushing it into the adhesive or thinset firmly so it is bedded in the material. Make sure the joints around the tile are uniform and the surface of the newly installed tile s are flush with the surrounding tiles. Over time your bathroom tiles may get damaged or look outdated but fortunately you can replace them in an afternoon.

Depending on the construction the tile may be attached to bare cement a plywood or mason board underlayment or even affixed to a previously installed floor. Attach the removal unit and set the bit depth to 1 4 in. A bathroom remodel frequently starts with the replacement of the floor tile. Spread thinset on back of tile and press tile to wall.

Wait 30 minutes then mix tile grout following manufacturer s directions 12. Run the tool guides between the tiles and. But even then you ll be glad to have tile underfoot because replacing a broken or chipped one is pretty simple to do. Water and time can damage older bathroom floors causing tiles to crack and grout to come loose.

Removing floor tile can be a difficult and time consuming project and the challenges often remain hidden until the project is underway. A floor covered with ceramic tile is about as durable and low maintenance a surface as you can get until a cast iron pot slips from your hand or you drop the wrench when tightening that elbow joint under the bathroom sink. Use a rubber float to force grout into the joints between the tiles 13. But if your tile is older you need to be prepared for the fact that an exact match might not be available.

It speeds up the job so you can move on the easier parts regrouting and polishing the tile. Repeat for all replacement tiles 11. At the very least finding replacement tiles will require trips to your local tile contractors. Your best bet is to always.

Simplify the tough grout removal part with an inexpensive power grinder. This guide details how to successfully complete this project in 6 easy steps including removing the grout and tile applying new mortar and setting the new tiles.