Although many showers only have tile running up the wall until around the 7 foot mark above the shower head some showers continue all the way up.
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From the existing ceiling joists and mark the wall.
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If you are lining up your grout lines rather than installing them diagonally you can then draw lines on your ceiling as guides to where your tiles should be.
Use long sweeping motions to apply mortar to the wall and start placing your tiles in the marked locations.
If your ceiling is in good shape you can install tiles by applying adhesive to them and pressing them against the ceiling starting in the center of the room and working outward.
When grouted the tile creates a waterproof barrier that helps.
A low ceiling will get spray and steam vapors rising up to it so tile would be more functional there in protecting the ceiling.
If you don t plan to install a drop in fluorescent fixture measure down about 4 in.
Be sure to put spacers between each tile as you go.
Especially common in shower enclosures a tiled ceiling adds a finished look to your bathroom.
If the ceiling is high it wont need the tile but it may look nice.
Alternatively you can install a drop ceiling by first attaching thin 1 inch by 3 inch strips of wood at right angles to the room s joists.
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