They can use a special kind of paint, waterproof membrane, or liquid waterproofing solution. In most cases having the bathroom shower tiles go to the ceiling is ideal, but that does not mean this method is right for every home.
Sometimes it is not visually appealing for the shower tiles to extend all the way up. So waterproofing the paint and drywall is a better option.
Whether or not tile or paint looks better above the shower is a subjective opinion that could vary. If the ceilings are extremely high then extending the shower to the ceiling may not be a good choice visually. It would not be cost-effective to add tiling to 12 ft ceilings and it would be unnecessary since the water would not reach that high up. A professional builder or remodeler will be able to recommend the best options for you.
If the ceiling is crowned, then you may want to consider having a carpenter reconstruct the ceiling to be more suitable for the tiling. Otherwise, stop just below the crown. For a modern, luxurious bathroom the shower tiles should go to the ceiling. This has numerous benefits aesthetically and functionally. If the area above the shower is paint and drywall it will become moldy and the paint can flake over time. To protect the bathroom walls from the effects of moisture and mold you should extend the tiles to the ceiling.
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See privacy policy. Should Shower Tiles Go to the Ceiling? Here's why: My sister put tiny tiles matching floor on her steam shower ceiling. The grout cleaning and such has been difficult because there are so many grout lines, and their exhausting doesn't seem to be powerful enough, or maybe they are not using it long enough, not sure.
We have a tiled ceiling using the same 12 x 24 tiles that were used on the walls, and very small grout lines. We use our exhaust fan on a timer after all shower, and I've never had to get up on a ladder to clean the grout.
The tile pro who built my shower installed the ceiling last. Each day, he only did one or two rows of tile, supported them overnight with these tall support poles, and then did the next row or two the next day until it was done. So the ceiling took a few days. The support poles stayed up the whole time, so each row got supported a few days. When we redid our shower, we tiled the ceiling. The installer took simple white tiles and tiled the ceiling with the tiles on the diagonal. While we like the look, more importantly, the function is fabulous.
The ceiling just wipes clean after every shower, no more water spots, mold forming or peeling. It just feels cleaner and fresher - more spa like. We'll never have to paint that shower ceiling ever again. Worth every penney! Like 7 Save. Beautiful Space Co 9 years ago. Hi missangel99, I agree with the other comments, and in answer to your question - the ceiling should be tiled when 1.
It is low less than 8ft , 2. When its part of a steam shower which requires far more extensive waterproofing too and 3. When its small 36" square or less and has 3 walls and a single door. These are all situations where moisture can build up quickly in the shower and having a tiled ceiling will offset the maintenance issues. Thanks BeautifulRemodel. Not sure of the square footage yet.
Think I'll have the ceiling tiled to keep maintenance to a minimum. Thanks for all the comments. Like 2 Save. Studio S Squared Architecture, Inc.
Speaking from experience, for a shower that will get everyday use, I believe it is essential to tile the ceiling for the reasons others have noted above. That said, having lived with fully tiled showers in my last two houses, I've decided that in my next one we will do stone probably marble slabs for at the walls and shower bench to avoid the ongoing problem of grout joints collecting muck. I would still do tile on the floor to create necessary slope, and the ceiling could go either tile or slab.
I'm also going to see what I can do to configure the shower to avoid a glass door, as that is yet another maintenance headache Like 6 Save. We're building and ours will be tiled. I want floor to ceiling glass so no cold air escapes which almost makes it like a steam shower.
Although it is a 9 ft. Sounds good beachinmom I agree tiled ceiling it is. We have always tiled the ceilings until just recently when the Tile installer said we didn't need to. I have always loved the ease of tiling the ceiling, just thought it might be outdated to tile it again.
Please post pics post project! Leslee Byron 3 years ago. Tammy Bourke 2 years ago. I don't think it's the ceiling tile so much as the thick frame of the shower door, choice of yellowish tile and dirty looking grout. Like 3 Save. Beth H. Like Save. If your bathroom tends to get humid or you are installing a steam shower, you should tile the ceiling to help protect it from moisture. Otherwise, the best time to install tile on the ceiling is if you are doing an accent wall in the shower, and want to extend the tile overhead.
For example, if you tile the floor and back wall of your shower in pebbled mosaic , it can be very dramatic to extend the rocks overhead as well, and possibly install your shower head on the ceiling to complete the look. We are always happy to help! The Height of a Shower Your shower ceiling height could be anywhere from 7 to 10 feet in height.
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