Purchase a tub surround kit compatible with your existing tub from your local home improvement store.
Installing tub surround over tile.
Caulk around the surround and.
These kits are not only easy to install but they also look nice and seal the area behind them from water.
Installing a tub surround over old shower tiles is one of the fastest ways to brighten up a bathroom.
Leave at least 1 4 inch edge around the installation area.
Surrounds can be installed directly over securely fastened ceramic tile.
Step 5 install the shower surround.
Apply strong adhesive to the tile and the wall.
Some bathtub wall kits are designed to be put directly over ceramic wall tiles according to jennifer renglich marketing director for bath fitter a national chain for bathroom remodeling products.
Tub surrounds can sometimes be installed over existing tile but only when conditions are right.
This guide will show you how to install shower walls so you can turn any bathtub into a shower in just one day.
Once the adhesive is in place install the shower surround.
Before any work is done a representative works with you to determine your specific needs and the best way to install the surround.