View Full Version : Tiling over a plaster wall
MattDz02
Feb 15, 2012, 08:45 AM
I am planning on installing tile over plaster wall in my bathroom. The wall in question is behind my sink and toilet so it won't be exposed to the wetness of a bath or shower. The plaster appears to be in good shape is there anything special I should do to the wall before I start installing the tile? I have read other places to add a latex additive to the thin set is that necessary? Any other helpful tips would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks, Matt
JazMan
Feb 19, 2012, 01:00 PM
Hi Matt,
Make sure the wall is clean and go. Use a modified thinset mortar, it has the additives in it already. Just add water.
Jaz
hirenmodi
Feb 29, 2012, 01:40 AM
Hi Matt,
I want to add one more thing in JazMan suggestion. If you are going to fix it with cement so try to spread it maximum on back side of tile. I have one experience with my bathroom. I can check different sound from tile after beating on it. Because, some tile does not have enough cement and may down by hard punch on it. What you think JazMan?