How To Tile A Shower - Start To Finish Walls

In this video, I show you how to tile a shower start to finish. This includes tiling the walls, mixing thinset, and cutting tiles.

Timestamps
Intro 00:00
First and most important step 00:17
How to layout for a staggered look 03:16
How to mix thinset 05:27
How to set shower tile 07:23
How to cut tile 10:59
How to use a diamond sponge 14:20
How to make tile shelves 18:51
How to install tile shelves 24:05
How to cut out for the shower valve 27:31
How to remove the leveling system 30:29
How to install mosaic tile 34:09
How to install bullnose tile 36:57
How to drill a hole for the shower head 39:35

Disclaimer: This video is all based on my personal opinion and is for entertainment purposes ONLY. I am not a financial advisor, CPA, attorney, tax advisor, electrician, plumber, housing contractor, designer, or any type of profession to give advice. I am just a consumer sharing my experiences and research. If you do need knowledge for those types of things, I will advise you to seek help for those professionals.

[TheExcellentLaborer]

Hey fellow DIYer's! There is A LOT of information in this video. I placed timestamps below to help you navigate this video. Enjoy!
First and most important step 00:17
How to layout for a staggered look 03:16
How to mix thinset 05:27
How to set shower tile 07:23
How to cut tile 10:59
How to use a diamond sponge 14:20
How to make tile shelves 18:51
How to install tile shelves 24:05
How to cut out for the shower valve 27:31
How to remove the leveling system 30:29
How to install mosaic tile 34:09
How to install bullnose tile 36:57
How to drill a hole for the shower head 39:35

[jeffreylonigro]

I’ve been tiling 30 years and I must say this guy gets it right.

[ralphemerson]

I’ve must have watched a 100 of tile instruction videos. This was one of the most thorough videos I’ve seen.

[techguy]

The ONLY video that shows me how to start the first row with proper measurement, offset, and technique.

[greggdupree]

I have never done anything like this before. I have gutted my entire bathroom and putting in a tile shower myself. I fill like I have bit off way more than what I should have but don't have to money to pay someone. I'm doing a 3x5x9.5tall with glass doors and bench. I'm watching you like a hawk haha. Couldn't do this without you.

[PatrickPingNg]

Thanks for the detailed demonstration, just one minor thing I observed is the width of the tile is 11 3/4 inch but not 11 1/4 so you install the second row 12 inch above the pan. Great work.

[WJCarpenter]

I'm getting ready to re-tile my bathtub surround. It's my first tile project, so I've watched about 8 million videos about it. I've picked up a lot of tips, but this video is one of the best I've seen for covering the whole process. So much good stuff. Thanks.

[dennisammons]

I did the same job about 25 yrs ago and as a "rookie" made all the mistakes you talked about. Now my wife wants to redo the shower. That's why I'm watching your video.
Thanks for the tips.
Dennis "the Rookie"

[stevenbarry]

This is the best hand step-by-step directions on installing a shower. I’ve been wanting to see from start to finish and kudos to this tile installer best on YouTube.

[Selinalatour]

I just want to say, after watching your video multiple times, and a few others. I complete my first row of tile last night. Your video was on loop in the background to refer back to. THANK YOU!!! I was a nervous mess. But, it looks great!

[grant]

The how-to I've seen. Simple and straightforward.

[infraprods]

Excellent video, just one pointer from a guy who works for one of the major tile setting mortar (ie thinset) manufacturers. Always put the water into your mixing bucket first, then slowly add the powder. You can add more water to adjust consistency if you need to. Most manufacturers will give you the maximum amount of water to add on the bag instructions. Same with grout or any cement based materials. They mix better.

[Dh_moneythadon]

Never done a bathroom remodel, but will be using this video this weekend to help me do my first shower remodel

[claybiggs]

I've watched videos for two months. You have the most informative videos on YouTube. I'll be starting a 42" x 57" shower this weekend. Oh' God.

[TheCritter]

This video gave me flashbacks to my first tile shower install. The process here is perfect to follow for first timers or people who don't tile very often...Great job.

[dooleyfan]

Great video. I’ve tiled a shower once before, about 10 years ago, and I’m doing another one now. I wish that your video had been available back then!

[dougbrittsan-ynsl]

Thanks for saving me a ton of money. Grandpa used linoleum for shower in 1942 mountain cabin. Worked for 81 years! 30 miles from town. Tile guys wanted $3, 000 just for labor.

[glenlowen]

I have never tiled a shower but I plan on doing one that's why I am watching this video. After watching the video I think I can do it, just have to take my time. Excellent video

[emilyburnias]

You are the best teacher for people who like direct precise instruction .We watched your videos and they are by far the best for the do it yourself person. Bravo young man.👏👏👏

[farmthestars]

Doing a tile shower tomorrow, learning from your video tonight