Fitting Tile Trim After Tiling

Secure the trim pieces to your wall or counter with tile glue or grout.

Fitting tile trim after tiling.

Ideal for the renovation or repair job with many applications. One edge curves around a perpendicular corner to seamlessly fit into the side of your tile. The new retro fit angle is a great option to clean up the rough edges on tiles rather than replacing tiles and is available from why not tiles. It is quick and easy to install see the video demonstration below.

Using a hacksaw or trim cutter cut the trim at a 45 angle at wall edges and bases and ensure that each portion fits together at a 90 angle. Here are 8 ways of installing tile trim with our finishing options including bullnose chair rails v caps flat liners pencil liners edge glaze and cove base. Bullnose is the most diverse option when it comes to finishing pieces. Prepare the grout according to the instructions on the package.

Get the look of having a stainless steel angle trim without the fuss. Measure the areas to be installed with tile trim and then them measure again to be 100 sure. Next we installed the aluminum tile edging into place by driving in several screws. Install the trim last after you have finished grouting your tiles.

Align the tile metal edging properly otherwise you will have issues when fitting it into place. Fill the spaces between the tiles with more grout then wipe the excess grout off with a damp sponge. Mark the cut line on the trim and cut it by using the hacksaw and the miter box.