Loose shower tiles are something that must not be left unattended because they can cause water and debris to build up, making the fixing process harder as time passes. Fixing shower tiles is not a hard job and can easily be done at home with just a few tools. Read all about how to fix loose shower tiles below.
You will need:
Grout saw
Hammer
Chisel
Water
Sponge
Mortar
Putty Knife
New Tiles (optional)
How to Fix Loose Shower Tiles
1. Check if the tile comes out by hand. If it does, just remove it. If the tile does not come out by hand, use a grout saw to remove the grout surrounding the loose tile.
2. Use a hammer and chisel to slowly chisel it out from the bottom.
3. Once the tile comes off, clean up the space behind the tile with a hammer and chisel.
4. If the tile is still in once piece and you think it can be reused, then clean it with water and scrub it well. If not, use a new one.
5. Apply a thin layer of mortar to the back of the tile with a putty knife.
6. Fix the tile in place and press it in to secure it.
7. Remove any excess mortar that seeps out of place using the putty knife and sponge.
8. Fill the spaces around the tile with pre mixed grout using the putty knife.
9. Wipe off excess grout with the sponge.
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Please make sure to turn you water of in case you bust a pipe.