Many bathrooms are built with an intentional gap between the wall tiles and the bathtub.
Gap between tile trim and wall.
After i got the tile installed i had to do some finishing work.
Get photos of great finish details include photos with bid and contract.
There was a little gap between the trim and the drywall so i needed to fill it in.
Caulking is the best choice for this application.
Many people think that you simply have to install the ba.
This expansion joint allows for natural shifting and movement which can occur in your home over time.
Fill gaps up to 1 4 inch in width with caulk.
This is a quick video that i made to show you how to fill in the gap between the wall and baseboard.
When you install ceramic tile on the floor you must take care to create an expansion joint between the walls and the tiled floor.
The tile council of north america recommends at least a quarter inch gap between the tile floor and the walls.
Instead fill it with an elastic material capable of sustaining the movement of the floor and the movement of the wall.
I started by putting painters tape over the trim and then using spackle in the gap.
These plates are available at building supply outlets.
You ll need a drill with a no.
Never fill this gap with grout because tile grout is not flexible.
Any gap should never be greater than 1 8 inch.
2 phillips bit a flat pry bar wood shims and a hammer.
Most of these cracks can be sealed with caulk.
Doing so will prevent moisture from accumulating which can also protect against the growth of mold and mildew.
If you have tile on the wall adjoining the tub select a caulk that matches the color of the grout.
Use a trim plate.
If your gap is smaller than 1 8 inch in width use.
Like i said i watched the video and then worked my way up a few rows at a time.