{"id":806,"date":"2020-11-22T16:21:23","date_gmt":"2020-11-22T21:21:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/diywithchristine.com\/?p=806"},"modified":"2024-02-24T13:46:34","modified_gmt":"2024-02-24T18:46:34","slug":"how-to-easily-install-dumawall-diy-shower-tile","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/diywithchristine.com\/how-to-easily-install-dumawall-diy-shower-tile\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Easily Install Palisade\/DumaWall Vinyl Shower Tile"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Tiling Your Own Bathroom – The Easiest Type Of Tile To Install – Palisade\/Dumawall Tile<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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UPDATE:<\/strong> Palisade Waterproof Grout-Free Tiles have replaced Dumawall<\/strong> tiles in the U.S. They are the same product, just simply rebranded, so I will use them interchangeably throughout this article.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Are you looking for a DIY shower tile that will help you upgrade your old bathroom on a budget? You\u2019re in luck because I have JUST the solution for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Part of our old house renovation included a fully updated master bathroom. All I can say is I\u2019m in LOVE!!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First, let\u2019s all admire the state that this master bathroom was in when we bought the place.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Yep, a corner shower with purple walls! I mean, I liked the purple, but my husband wasn’t so thrilled haha!<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

I knew upfront I wanted a tiled from floor to ceiling walk-in shower to make it feel like a spa right in our own home. So I spent some quality time researching every type, color, and pattern of tile out there that would make my dream come to life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I also wanted to do this #OnABudget because, at the end of the day, we\u2019re trying to make some money, money, moneyyy from this house. The standard white tub surrounds would have been the cheapest, but they weren\u2019t giving me the high-end look I craved so I kept researching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One day, I wandered across a new tile product called Palisade (Palisade\/Dumawall).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Meet Palisade (Previously Known as Dumawall<\/strong>)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Straight from the internet, this is what Palisade is: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cPalisade Waterproof Interlocking Wall Tiles do not require grout and are waterproof, making them ideal for moist environments. They are easily installed with nails or tube adhesive; simply interlock the edges. No special tools or saws are required, eliminating the need for contractors. The engineered rigid core technology provides warmth in a durable tile that is not susceptible to scratching or fading.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

As soon as I saw \u201cdoes not involve grout and is waterproof\u201d I was hooked. And after doing some math, it was cheaper than actual tiling\u2026 and easier? Sign. Me. Up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Adam, my husband, and I decided Palisade\/Dumawall was one of the best groutless DIY shower tiles out there. So we bought & installed that bad boy, and I can\u2019t express how much I love our walk-in shower because of this tile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, we quickly found out that this product hasn\u2019t been widely used, so when you search for installation instructions, there\u2019s not much help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has been used enough to get fantastic reviews though! Check out the reviews on Amazon here<\/a> to make your own decision whether this product is a good fit for you or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I also wrote a full review of our experience installing and using it for the last 6 months. You can check out my Palisade\/Dumawall shower review here<\/a> and let me know if you have any other questions about it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I want to help you avoid the struggles and mistakes we had, so you can quickly install this tile and start loving your shower as much as we do!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s dive in!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Quick Navigation On Palisade\/Dumawall DIY Shower Tile Installation<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Prepare Your Surface<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Determine Your Pattern<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Install The Inside Corner Trim<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Install (And Level!) Your First Row (Starting In The Center Of The Back Wall)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Install The Rest Of Your Rows<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Install The J-Trim On The Unfinished Edges<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. (Re) Install Shower Fixtures<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. Caulk, Caulk, Caulk!<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9. Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  10. Related Palisade\/Dumawall Articles<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

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    Level Of Difficulty<\/th>Time To Complete<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
    Medium<\/td>8-10 hours<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
    Material List<\/th>Tool List<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
    Palisade Tile<\/a> (in amount and color of your choice – for a 32\u201d x 60\u201d walk-in shower tiled to the ceiling (8 ft), we needed 5 packs of their largest sized tile)<\/td>Jigsaw<\/td><\/tr>
    2 Inside Corner Trim pieces (in matching color)<\/td>Circular saw<\/td><\/tr>
    2 J-Trim pieces (1 more for the top if you don\u2019t tile to the ceiling like we did – in matching color)<\/td>Optional: Table Saw (for perfectly straight cuts)<\/td><\/tr>
    Optional: 2 Outside Corner L-trim pieces (only if you install a shadow box\/shower niche like we did or you have an outside corner – in matching color)<\/td>Optional: Hole saws in various sizes (for clean cuts to stick plumbing through – the jigsaw works just as well)<\/td><\/tr>
    5 tubes Loctite Power Grab Adhesive<\/a><\/td>2 Caulk Guns<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
    5 Tubes Clear DAP Waterproof Caulk<\/a><\/td>Measuring Tape<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
    2 Tubes White DAP Waterproof Caulk<\/a><\/td>Contractor Pencil<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
    <\/td>A handful of tile spacers<\/a> (or something that\u2019s \u215b\u201d thick to slide under the first row)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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    Step One: Prepare Your Surface<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The first step to installing this DIY shower tile is to prepare your surface. Yes, Palisade\/Dumawall can be installed in a new shower renovation or directly over existing tiles!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    This makes it the perfect material for your DIY shower renovation. Simple power tools, this easy-to-cut material, glue, and caulk are about all you need to get an elegant, custom-looking shower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Installing Over Existing Tile<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    If you\u2019re tiling over existing tile, then you already have a pretty simple installation process. Your current tile is already waterproofing your shower, so all you need to do is clear and clean your work area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    First, remove all the shower fixtures (showerhead, bathtub faucet, handle, and (possibly) shower door). You need to remove these items so the Palisade\/Dumawall tile can be installed underneath the fixture faceplates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The faceplates have two functions; one, they give a finished appearance, and two, they help waterproof where the waterline comes into the shower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Because of this, you will definitely want to remove them (by cutting the caulk around them and unscrewing them) now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Plus, this is a great time to replace them because updated shower fixtures are an easy way to give your bathroom a makeover for a cheap price!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Second, clean everything. Once all the shower fixtures are removed, you want to scrub all the soap residue and old caulk off all the walls and around the top of the bathtub or shower base. Removing the old crud will help the new glue and caulk adhere to the old shower tile better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Alright, that\u2019s all you need to do to prepare your surface!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Installing In A New Shower Renovation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    On the other hand, if you are ripping out the old shower and starting over, then you need to make sure your new shower is properly waterproofed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Yes, Palisade\/Dumawall is a waterproof tile, so you\u2019re already in better shape than ceramic tile and grout! However, I\u2019m a firm believer that the more waterproofing things you can implement, the longer your shower will last. Therefore, you will protect your property even longer (which is an awesome future selling point!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    You can follow my complete tutorial on waterproofing shower walls for Palisade\/Dumawall tile here<\/a>. It’s rather simple, but it adds a HUGE amount of protection to your shower!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Related Palisade\/Dumawall Articles<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n