how much space in the corner when tiling a bathroom?

[k4p]

Hi all,

I am tiling a bathroom. I'm about to start around the bath.

How much space do i need to leave in the corner? I intend to fill this with sealent....i assume this is the correct thing to do.

Thoughts?

 

[Richard C]

Assuming you mean the gap between the bath & the underside of the first tile leave a 2mm gap (standard tile spacer). Fill the bath with water before you silicone, leave overnight before emptying the bath to let the silicone cure.

 

[k4p]

Thanks Richard.

What about the corner of the wall - where tiles will meet? Do i leave a gap and then fill with sealent?

 

[Richard C]

Same gap; usually based on 2mm tile spacers. In a wet environment (baths/shower cubicle), the corner joints where the walls meet are best siliconed rather than grouted as differential movement between the two walls can cause grout to crack.