Look for 100 grit or 80 grit sandpaper and wear a mask to protect your lungs from the particles in the air.
Tiling bumpy walls.
On dec 17 2019.
Sand the wall with medium grit sandpaper 80 grit to further smooth the texture creating an even surface on which to apply the tile.
Measure the wall where you want to install the tiles.
Just remove the roughest part.
Prep a wall for tile.
How to install wall tile over textured paint 1.
Move the knife in upward downward and sideways directions loosening and removing the surface of the texture from the wall.
Mark off an area of equal size on the floor nearby.
You can tile over it but it needs to be smooth to prevent your new tiles from laying crooked.
Vinyl tiling can be used for a broad variety of applications in your home most commonly your floors.
You may also paint this area if only tiling a portion of the wall to minimize cut in work around the tile.
Sand the paint on the wall using 80 grit sandpaper.
If you had to remove pre existing tile or fix holes and cracks there are likely bumps in the wall.
However if you want a more unique approach you can put peel and stick vinyl tiling on your walls.
Cut the tiles to.
Wipe with a damp cloth to remove any remaining dust and allow to dry.
Prime to seal it and let dry.
Do not smooth the wall completely.
This is commonly done in the bathroom or kitchen to enhance the decor and make the walls easier to clean but you can make your choice on what room you want it in.