If i were to tile the back wall of a shower or bathtub surround with subway tile i would generally start with a vertical centerline.
How to lay subway tile on shower wall.
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Consider the step ladder in a niche in the shower or as a more creative subway tile layout in the kitchen.
The back wall will be where i start.
This is how subway tile was first started and adds a classic look to any space.
In this shower we used 4 x12 subway tiles but the basic principles are the same for smaller tiles.
However there are many options for subway tile arrangements including vertical patterns herringbone designs basket weave arrangements and more.
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In our project we set the tile for the wall opposite the shower door first.
In this design the tile is stacked like bricks.
When it comes to laying out subway tile i always draw two vertical lines one for each offset row.
I drew a long vertical line indicating the center of the back wall.
Before you start setting tile take some measurements and see how the tiles will all lay out image 1.
Shower wall to shower floor.
Install tile on the back wall.
We chose to install our subway tile in the classic running bond pattern.
Pictured here is the classic subway tile.
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It s reminiscent of traditionally laid brick and works well in kitchens and bathrooms alike.
Then off of the centerline i would draw the offset line.
On the ceiling and floor of the shower we used 2 x 2 tiles and on shower walls 2 x 4 tiles.