Sand so that the adhesive can bond.
Prep textured wall for tiling.
Get rid of any other paint with paint remover.
Place a wide drywall knife on the wall at a 45 degree angle.
Remove the tile and prepare the wall according to the corresponding instructions above or tile over the existing tile.
Vacuum the wall and.
Get rid of or pre treat wallpaper if present repair any cracks or signs of damage.
Wash the wall with tsp tri sodium phosphate or an ammonia based cleaner to remove any grease or oil.
Start by removing any molding switch plates outlet covers and other hardware attached to the area being tiled.
Sand the wall with a medium grade sandpaper to create that rough surface for the grout.
Make sure there is no dust or heavy particles.
Wait for it to dry then use a filler to make it an even surface.
Previously painted textured drywall prep.
How to prepare painted or textured drywall for tiling however first you should remove any signs of paint not firmly or tightly fixed in place.
Then fill in the cracks and holes present and use sandpaper to fix any uneven areas.
Remove old fittings such as pins screws rivets etc.
Drag the wide area of the scraper across the paint in all directions to remove as much paint as you possibly can.
If existing tiles are beyond repair remove the tile and install a piece of wallboard in its place.
Repair or remove unfit plaster.
Remove any remaining dust oil or grease with tsp tri sodium phosphate or an.
Repair any loose or cracked tiles.
How to prepare for tiling a wall.
To do so make sure all of the tiles are intact and secure.
Move the knife in upward downward and sideways directions loosening and removing the surface of the texture from the wall.