Gap Size Between Tile And Tub
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Gap size between tile and tub. Gaps up to 1 2 inch wide. Is 3 8 gap between tile and tub too much. Referred to by tilers as grout lines the gap size you opt for depends on the type of tile you re using for your project the type of substrate the tiles are being fixed to and personal preference. Fill gaps up to 1 4 inch in width with caulk.
How to seal large gaps between the tub and the wall gaps up to 1 4 inch. Place the 1 16 horseshoe shim on tub and measure up to the laser level. Active 6 years 10 months ago. Tub and tile gap.
What should i do about this gap between the tub and tile. Tile to tub gap. Fill gaps between 1 4 and 1 2 inch in width with two beads of caulk set side by side. Common practice is 2 3mm for wall tiles and 3 5mm for floor tiles.
Anyone have any ideas what to do with the front edge of the tub. Similar to the gap that can exist between your wall tile and tub you may have a space between the floor and your bathtub. Tile vs tub gap. Plus a 1 16 gap allows the caulk to properly fill the space and waterproof the transition between the tile and tub or shower.
This gap may widen over time as your home shifts. As with any other gap near your bathtub you ll want to close the opening to prevent any possible water damage or the onset of mold and mildew. If you have tile on the wall adjoining the tub. Tile gap at tub.
My tub is rounded on the front top edges. Consideration should also be given to the type of grout to be used.