Then cut it down to size.
How to install wall tile around fireplace.
To keep the tile in the middle over the firebox from sagging before the thin set.
Installing the tile 1.
Fill and smooth the surface of the area.
Remove the fireplace mantel if possible or apply a piece of 2 inch painter s tape along the entire inside edge of.
Installing the rest of the fireplace tile was pretty straightforward.
This video shows you how easy it is to spruce up the hearth a.
Measure out from your firebox to the edge of the area you plan to tile and draw this space on the cardboard as well.
Tile across the top of the.
As far as the install goes straight lines go fast and easy with this tile.
Add a support ledge to the top.
Areas like the sides of the fireplace took more time and work because i had to do a lot more cutting.
Measure your firebox then on a large piece of cardboard or plywood draw the firebox s shape.
Fireplace surround tile installation dry fit the fireplace tiles.
Mix a batch of the thinset mix with latex additive with the amount of water suggested on the manufacturer s.
They fit together fairly well so you can go pretty quick.