Apprentice Training, finishing

Subway Wall Tile & Liquid-Applied Waterproofing

1/2 in cement backer, roller membrane, 3x6 in tiles, silicone inside corners

Time: 5 h
People: One
Level

Before you start

Clear 3 × 2 m of floor and lay out the parts.
20 parts and 76 fasteners in 6 steps.
You'll want a screwdrivers and a claw hammer and a tape measure and a drill and a spirit level and a trimming knife.
Do not spot-bond ('five-spot') wall tiles; achieve a minimum 80% wet thin-set mortar coverage (95% in wet shower areas).
Verify cured liquid membrane wet-film thickness meets the manufacturer's target (typically 30-40 mils) before setting tile.

Apprentice Training & Risk NoticeEducational training demonstration only. Risk: Real-world structural lumber sizing, spans, and fastener schedules carry legal liability and must comply with local building codes (IRC/IBC/OSHA) and certified engineering.

Apprentice Training, finishing

Subway Wall Tile & Liquid-Applied Waterproofing

1/2 in cement backer, roller membrane, 3x6 in tiles, silicone inside corners

Time: 5 h
People: One
Level

Before you start

Clear 3 × 2 m of floor and lay out the parts.
20 parts and 76 fasteners in 6 steps.
You'll want a screwdrivers and a claw hammer and a tape measure and a drill and a spirit level and a trimming knife.
Do not spot-bond ('five-spot') wall tiles; achieve a minimum 80% wet thin-set mortar coverage (95% in wet shower areas).
Verify cured liquid membrane wet-film thickness meets the manufacturer's target (typically 30-40 mils) before setting tile.