Pebble Tile Made Easy

If you're looking for a way to update the look of your bathroom, installing pebble tile to your shower floor is a simple way to accomplish that. Pebble tiles come in a variety of colors, so you're likely to find something that matches the decor already in your bathroom.

As an added bonus, the stones give you the feeling of a foot massage everytime you step in there.

You, too, can have a pebble tile shower floor in just a few simple steps!

How to Install:

• Apply stone cement to the surface
• Lay the sheets next to each other and press firmly into the cement
• After that has dried, apply sealer (so stones don't unncessarily absorb the grout), then grout over the top of the stones including open spaces and edge of rows
• Wait 30 minutes and rub off excess grout with a stiff-bristled brush. Then sponge off the grout from the top of the stones
• After the grout has dried, seal with the sealer of your choice

And you're done! Let it all dry for at least 24 hours, then enjoy your foot massage with every shower!

Pebble tile sheets are not only easy to install--there are many other advantages to this route. The sheets are interlocking to create a smooth and seamless appearance. The mesh backing makes installing a breeze because the pebbles are already in place and won't be rolling around everywhere.

Some people are hesitant to install a pebble tile floor because they are afraid of slipping or it feeling too uneven. In reality, the texture actually gives you more traction and will reduce the chance of slippage and the stones are hand selected to provide uniform height and create a smooth surface to walk on.

Finally, here are some helpful tips to make your project a bit easier!

• Remember, the sheets can be cut to fit the area you need
• Follow manufacturer's directions and warnings when applying sealants
• By varying the amount of grout you use, you are able to control how much of a massage you are getting (less grout = more massage)
• Once sealed, they are easily cleaned with any mild deteregent.

(Title credit: Ryan LeCluyse)