How to Install Subway Tile?

Hi, 

The use of subway tiles is increasing drastically, and last week, I just installed them in my kitchen. Though I've installed it in the kitchen, but you can use it for other places, such as showers, etc. So, how do you install subway tiles?

The steps are straightforward, but if you don’t have DIY skills, it's better to call a professional. Here is how to install subway tile in kitchen. 

How To Put Up Subway Tile?

Here is how to put subway tile on wall. 

• The first step for me was to measure the wall and calculate the amount of tiles needed. 

• Following this, I removed the switchboards and marked the wires so that I could easily understand where to put which one (

  turn off the power supply if you are doing this

  ). 

• Next, I placed a cover over the surface that is right below the Installation section. If there are cabinets, use tape and paper to cover them. 

• After that, I placed the tiles over the cover in the manner I wanted to install them. 

• I used sandpaper to smooth out the area.

• I prepared a cement-sand-water mixture and, applied it on the wall, used a trowel to spread it. 

• Now, I placed the tiles on the mixture and applied pressure on them. 

• There were areas where the tile wasn't fitting, so I cut them. Before that, I measured the area and used a pencil to mark the area. 

• I left it to dry for 24 hours after placing the tiles.

• Finally, I used a grout mixture on the spacings to seal them and fill the gaps. 

And that is how to lay subway tile in shower and kitchen or anywhere you want. I hope that answers your query about how do you install subway tile. 

A subway tile backsplash is a type of tile installation process that is commonly used in kitchens and bathrooms. The tiles used here measure 3 inches by 6 inches and are arranged in a horizontal brickwork pattern. It looks great and gives the space a classy look. For our new house I opted for this kind of tile installation and had observed how to install subway tile backsplash minutely and enjoyed it as well. 

How is subway tile backsplash installed?

To install a subway tile backsplash, a series of steps are followed and they are-

The first step to installing a subway tile backsplash is to clean the area. You have to make sure that the surface is clean, dry, and free of any dust or debris. If there is any wallpaper, you will need to remove that too.

Measure the area where these tiles are to be installed. Plan the layout starting from the centre and working outward to ensure even tile placement.

Apply the adhesive or cement to a small section of the wall, and then press a tile firmly on it. Continue this process until the whole area is covered

After installing the tiles, leave the area and let it dry completely. This is a major step and must be followed. Make sure all the tiles align with one another before they get dried up.

Once the tiles are installed, clean the tiles with grout as per the instructions mentioned in the package. 

Sealing will ensure that the tiles last a long time, but this step is not mandatory. Applying a sealer will protect it from stains and moisture

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