How far above the shower head should the tile go?

Shower Wall Tile Height

4-6" Above The Shower Head: When tiling the walls inside your shower, we usually install the tile just is usually 4-6" above the shower head. This protects most of your wall from water while leaving a bit of wall exposed to contrast the tile.

How high should tile go above shower head?

Tiles should cover ¾ of the bathroom walls depending on the bathroom wall height and 4-6” above the showerhead.

How far should tile go past shower?

Plan to extend the tile 2 or 3 in. beyond the tub and to leave at least a half tile along the wall if possible. Don't stop tile even with the end of the tub. This leaves the walls along the front of the tub vulnerable to water damage, and doesn't look as finished as tile extending to the floor.

Do you tile above a shower?

If your bathroom tends to get humid or you are installing a steam shower, you should tile the ceiling to help protect it from moisture. Otherwise, the best time to install tile on the ceiling is if you are doing an accent wall in the shower, and want to extend the tile overhead.

Should shower tile go all the way up?

Over time paint and drywall can become moldy, discolored, and have a range of other problems from exposure to shower water. As a whole, most experts agree that shower tiles should go to the ceiling. Tiling all the way up to the ceiling keeps the areas surrounding the shower clean and dry.

PLACEMENT OF SHOWER VALVE...subscriber request

How high should a shower wall be?

In general, expect your local codes to specify a minimum height of 6 feet above finished floor height for a dense, non-absorbent waterproof wall covering within an enclosed shower. If tile is your chosen method for covering the walls, then it must extend at least this high.

Should tile around bathtub go to the ceiling?

If you have a bath and shower combo, it is almost always best to tile all the way to the ceiling. Though water from the tub might not reach that high, water will likely splash higher up if you take a shower. Too much water splashing above the tile can lead to mold.

How high should tile be above tub?

For a shower enclosure, extend the tile and the backerboard at least 6 inches above the showerhead. For a tub surround only, install the backerboard and tile at least 12 inches above the tub. For a high-end look, take the tile all the way to the ceiling.

What should I put above my shower surround?

Any sort of artwork that won't be damaged by humidity can be hung above the shower surround to create an inviting atmosphere. For example, hand-painted tiles can be hung individually by attaching picture hangers to the back with epoxy-based glue, or by using small plate hangers.

Why do shower doors not go to the ceiling?

Most shower doors are an average of 72 inches in height. Most contractors will eschew installing shower doors all the way to the ceiling because there needs to be room to allow steam and moisture to escape.

When tiling a shower where do you start?

Apply thin-set on the tub surround to cover just the area where the first row will go. Make all the thin-set grooves in the same horizontal direction on the wall. Back butter each tile and run the thin-set grooves the same directions as the wall. The back of the tile should be 90-100% covered in thin-set.

How high up the wall should I tile?

The classic design feature is usually between 34 and 54" high, with 36" being the average height. A classic offset or straight set pattern in a standard field size tile works best for this wall height. For a truly classic look, finish the top with a decorative trim or a bullnosed edge.

How high should a shower half wall be?

The standard portion of the wall is typically 3-4 feet tall. From the 3-4-foot mark, the wall continues with a glass panel that may extend to any height up to the ceiling. These types of glass half walls are often used to construct shower enclosures.

How high is half height tiling?

Opting for a half wall tile coverage, we suggest a height of around 35 to 36 inches being the average height.

How do you fill gap between tub and tile?

If you have tile on the wall adjoining the tub, select a caulk that matches the color of the grout. If your gap is smaller than 1/8 inch in width, use regular caulk; fill gaps larger than 1/8 inch with a sanded caulk. Make sure the gap is clean and dry, then squeeze a thin, even bead of caulk into the space.

Do you tile the floor or walls first in a shower?

The tile installation principle is that the tiled wall 'hangs' over the tiled floor. The best way to achieve this outcome is by first tiling the floor so that the wall tile will then seem to be 'sitting' on the bathroom floor.

Is it better to fully tile a bathroom?

One of the most common questions when it comes to decorating the bathroom is: “Should the walls be fully tiled or half tiled?” The answer is that there is no “right” way. It's not a matter of fully-tiled being better than half-tiled. Rather, both are different but equally good ways to decorate your bathroom walls.

Should you tile all walls in a small bathroom?

Should a bathroom be fully tiled? No, it doesn't have to be. Traditionally, tiles are used in wet areas of a bathroom (around the bath and within the shower enclosure) as a means to waterproof walls but there are now alternative materials to add a decorative, waterproofing to bathroom walls.

How high is bathroom backsplash?

The most common backsplash height is 4″ from the countertop, and is ideal for protecting most walls. However, depending on the height of your faucet, you might need a higher backsplash. Some homeowners prefer to double the standard 4″ backsplash to 8″, or even extend the backsplash up to the ceiling.