Is a bullnose tile necessary?
Question:When tiling around a bathtub AND the surrounding walls, can we get away with not using a bullnose edge tile? or would it look funny? If we can, how can we make the edges look better (will caulking alone do the trick?)
Answers:
the bullnose makes it looked finished. if not using it on the walls, it looks better to go all the way to the ceiling. On the sides it just looks better with bullnose. it cost a little more but is worth it if you believe the tiles will last for years to come.
The easiest solution is to use the bullnose. It is very difficult to get the edge to look good, especially since grout is a bear to work unless flat. Also the edge type tiles help to limit the amount of wear that could happen with everyday use.
I tried doing this on my tub/shower. After 4 tiles were in place, I removed them and got the bullnose tiles. You will not get a good looking finished edge with caulk.
I have been thinking about this also, so far I am considering using a piece of painted wood trim. You could use something decorative or just quarter-round. My only worry would be the mositure in the room. I think it would be fine though.
A much cheaper alternative to the bullnose would be a vinyl base cove which is most commonly used with linoleum but would look fine, and you wouldn't have to worry about the moisture.
This is a link for the base cove: http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=pr...
Get them bullnosed. looks so much better. Try and take you tile to a fabrication shop. Give them the tile for bullnosing. this should cost around $7 per linear foot. Get a litttle extra to be safe.
for the deco tile. they might not come with a bull nose, but that can be fabricated. Its done by polishing and can be applied to almost all tile and stone tile.
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