Large Format Tile Shower Layout
This layout is a classic but more graphic way to install both large or small rectangular tiles.
Large format tile shower layout. Draw level and plumb tile layout lines on the wall to guide your installation. Measure a row of tile to determine the location of the plumb line on the back wall. Popular on backsplashes subway tiles attain new heights of style in a herringbone layout. Download pdfs of all our available large format tile patterns.
No skinny tile strips. I ll show you how to make difficult cuts like toilet flanges door. Subtract about 3 4 in. They re perfect for high traffic areas like kitchens or bathrooms but can be used in any room of.
For plank sized tiles like our capella birch porcelain tile above it is important to use a 1 3 offset pattern as shown in the illustration below instead of a standard 1 2 offset pattern often used for smaller tiles. Large format tiles allow for a variety of intriguing patterns including traditional brick patterns herringbone straight joint chevrons cobblestone basket weave and circular rectangular. The fewr grout lines the better in bathrooms a smaller tile in the same color family for the shower floor no niche imo this is where leaks. This pattern is made up of v shaped rows of 45 degree angled tiles.
For applications where natural stone is not feasible or cost is prohibitive panoramic porcelain surfaces provide stone look slabs so realistic looking they are difficult to distinguish from genuine stone. Complete large format tile shower install part 1 through 7 furring out studs installing backer board. In this video i ll show you in great detail how to lay large format tile in a bathroom. Recessed shelves decorative bands and plumbing fixtures.
A contrasting grout color highlights the unique design. From the height of the tile and use this measurement to locate the height of the level line above the tub or shower. Imo a porcealain tile in 12 x24 for both bathroom floor and shower walls is my go to. Large format tile is currently trending because of its versatility and extraordinary design.
Natural stone slab is the archetype of this trend and will always be the pinnacle of opulence. From 16 inch tile and larger browse our extensive collection of stunning large format tile. Learn tips tricks on how to best utilize the tile for an aesthetic appearance.