How to install marble tile on walls?

While doing some work in the house, I damaged the marble on the wall. I didn't know how to solve the issue and for that, I called a friend of mine. I told him the whole story and asked him how to fix marble on wall. Here is what he told me. 

How to Install Marble Slab on Wall?

Step 1: Preparation

He told me that preparing the tile before fixing is very necessary, and the following steps must be followed. 

• He asked me to measure the area and calculate the square footage and then to order 5% to 10% extra tile for cutting and waste.

• After that he asked me to ensure that the surface is clean and dry. In case of concrete, he told me to use a wet sponge to remove dirt. And for wood sub-floors, he said to clean thoroughly and install tile backer board as necessary.

Step 2: Installing the Marble

• He asked me to find the centre of the wall and mark reference lines using chalk. Then he told me to experiment with the tile layout starting from this center point.

• After that, he told me to apply a thin adhesive layer with a notched trowel in small sections and then install the tiles along reference lines using spacers.

• Now, he asked me to wait 24 hours. 

• Following that, I had to make a grout mixture and apply it.  To wipe off the excess he told me to use a damp sponge. 

Finally, he told me to clean the entire surface thoroughly to remove grout haze and wait 24 hrs before applying the marble tile sealer. And that’s how to fix marble on wall. I hope this helps. 

Hi there. I can help you with the process of marble tile fitting. You’ll have to begin by measuring the area of the room. This is an elaborate process that would be easily understandable once I write them in steps. I have done this below to ease things out for you. 

How to Lay Marble Tile on Wall?

This is how you can lay marble tiles on your walls.

1. Start by measuring the area of your floor in square feet. This will help you to know the tiles you’ll need to lay. Order around 5 to 10% extra tiles to have room for cutting and waste.

2. Clean the floor well. You should do this by applying a wet sponge to get rid of dust and dirt. 

3. Next, you will have to draw a reference line of the underlayment surface. Figure out the centre of two walls opposite each other. Then, take a chalk and draw a pathway between these two walls. Measure the distance up to the centre of this line and make an intersecting chalk path to the rest of the two opposing walls with the help of a T square. This will help you to create the effect of the tiles radiating in the outward direction, starting from the centre.

4. Start at the center of your room and then move outwards. Place a row of tiles along the reference line. Adjust the placement of the tile to find a balanced look on the flooring. After you finalise the layout of the tiles, mix the adhesive, known as the thin-set or mortar, according to the tile recommendations.

5. Take a notched trowel and spread the mortar on the floor. Develop grooves in the mortar with the notched edge of the trowel. 

6. For installation, spread the mortar on each tile and place it on the desired region. Do this over and over again till you reach the wall. 

7. Once you reach the wall, you will have to cut custom pieces to match the layout of the wall. Also, you will have to fit the tiles according to the permanent fixtures in the room. You can use a wet saw for this. Measure and draw a straight line with a pencil on marble tiles before making the cuts.

8. Wait for a day now.

9. After waiting for a day, mix and apply the grout as per the directions of the manufacturer.

10. You will have to wait for another day and then apply the sealer in this last step for marble tile fitting. I would recommend you apply multiple coats until you see the marble tile and the grout have stopped absorbing the sealer.

This is all I have to share with you. I hope you now know the process of installing marble tile on walls.