Concrete Over Tile Wall

A concrete wall and floor overlay was hand applied right over this old tile shower to give it a completely grout free decorative surface.

Concrete over tile wall.

Ceramic and porcelain tile are so frequently installed at or above grade level on a cement board underlayment or directly on plywood that it almost seems novel to install tile directly on concrete. Tile needs a roughened surface to bond with the concrete overlay and heavy duty sandpaper with a medium grit does the job. A completed tile job is extremely heavy and requires a substrate sturdy enough to support the weight. Explore our collection of concrete look tile.

As long as you inspect the surface and follow the proper procedure the project should go smoothly. The key to a long lasting and attractive tile installation is proper substrate preparation. Whether you re looking to do this in your basement or even tiling over tile in bathroom walls the project can be done on your own. Yet this application does make sense since concrete is heavy solid and is typically thought of as an unbending uncompromising material.

The overlay which is stained to look like travertine was also applied to the tub surround and bathroom floor to tie the look together. Look for sandpaper made with silicon carbide or. Installing tile over concrete walls is possible but presents some unique challenges.