So I saw Patches post on his latest bathroom tile project and wanted to ask him about bathroom tile, but thought I would post it as a forum topic in case someone else had some advice. Two of my bathrooms have plain, white, 4x4 tile and it need to be replaced. The master bath has a jacuzzi and walk in shower. The shower has fibergalss base that is all stained and won't come clean (thanks to the previous redneck inhabitants). I'm pretty handy with woodwork and ornamental iron, but I've never tried tile before. So here are my questions:

 

1. Any recommendations on what tile I should get (stone, porcelain, ceramic)? Should I make it all the same for all surfaces?

 

2. I want to go cheap, but not to the point having it look cheap. Is the peel and stick stuff any good and can I put it on top of the white tile? I don't really want to go down this road, but it would be easier and quicker.

 

3. I have formica counter tops in my kitchen. Any experience with tiling over that?

 

4. Any general advice in doing this kind of work?

 

Thanks.

 

 

 

1.  Porcelain, Yes for all surfaces

 

2. Tear off the tile and drywall. Replace drywall with mildew/mold resistant drywall. Waterproof with AquaDefense. Or 

 

what I do is install a new Schluter - Kerdi Shower Kit Then tile that. Water proofing is utmost importance. STAY AWAY FROM PEEL AND STICK PRODUCTS

 

3. Counter tops can be tiled over if you screw 3/8" plywood to the old surface first. Then tile and trim.

 

4. Don't do this to your home without the proper skill/experience. I'm a Master Tile Setter and believe me, I've seen other people try to DIY and failed. Hire a SKILLED Tile Setter for these types of projects.  

Cool. Thanks. I'm broke these days....just put a crate motor in my truck, had a $6k tax bill, need to crown another tooth....figured I could try it and if I screw up, then call in a pro.....maybe I'll have a pro do the bathroom so I don't have any water issues

have a pro do the bathroom so I don't have any water issues

 

 

 

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