Tiling Bumpy Walls

If you had to remove pre existing tile or fix holes and cracks there are likely bumps in the wall.

Tiling bumpy walls.

Sand the paint on the wall using 80 grit sandpaper. Prime to seal it and let dry. This is commonly done in the bathroom or kitchen to enhance the decor and make the walls easier to clean but you can make your choice on what room you want it in. You may also paint this area if only tiling a portion of the wall to minimize cut in work around the tile.

Things you will need measuring tape tile wet saw leveling spacers and wedges trowel thinset mortar rubber mallet grout grout float grout sponge. Mark off an area of equal size on the floor nearby. Measure the wall where you want to install the tiles. Sand the area with medium grit sandpaper until even and vacuum up the dust.

Place a wide drywall knife on the wall at a 45 degree angle. However if you want a more unique approach you can put peel and stick vinyl tiling on your walls. Move the knife in upward downward and sideways directions loosening and removing the surface of the texture from the wall. Look for 100 grit or 80 grit sandpaper and wear a mask to protect your lungs from the particles in the air.

Prep a wall for tile. You can tile over it but it needs to be smooth to prevent your new tiles from laying crooked. Wipe with a damp cloth to remove any remaining dust and allow to dry. How to install wall tile over textured paint 1.

Sand the wall with medium grit sandpaper 80 grit to further smooth the texture creating an even surface on which to apply the tile. Do not smooth the wall completely. Just remove the roughest part.