Putting Wood Tile On Walls

Mark this distance at the two ends of the starting wall.

Putting wood tile on walls.

Purchase enough tiles and have them cut to precise measurements. Broken tile can be sharp and dangerous step 3 remove the old tile if necessary. Firmly press the piece into place against the base of the wall with the lower edge contacting the floor. Use a chisel and a hammer to crack existing tiles.

The hard part in adding distressed planks to a wall is preparing the wood cutting and painting all the planks to get a uniform look. The preferred method for tile installations is to use a sheet of underlayment. Once cracked remove the tile in pieces if it does not fall off. For wall installations plywood is overkill beneath the concrete or fiber board which is designed in five eighths inch material for wall settings.

Purchase sufficient square footage of tile backing boards. A wood plank wall can add a rustic focal point to a room. Snap a line between the marks to get a straight line near the wall and check it for square. This is your starting line.

Measure from the center of the room to the starting wall then subtract the 1 4 inch expansion gap and the width of two tiles and two spacers. Rebecca and shannon of petite party studio are accomplished diyers and decorators and they love the look of distressed wood. If possible you should always use concrete board underlayments rather than plywood. Measure the entire wall surface that you wish to apply the tiles to.

Temporarily secure the piece to the wall with strips of masking tape at 16 inch intervals. You should use safety goggles long shirts long pants and gloves.