If the tile doesn't go to the ceiling, the section of the shower with paint and drywall will get wet. Paint and drywall is not water proof, so, overtime you may have problems with mold and decay. The paint and drywall won't perform well in a wet area, like your shower.
Whether large or small, taking your shower tile entirely to the ceiling will lift your space and make it feel larger. I believe there are no rules in design, so there is no right or wrong way in laying your tile in this matter. It's a trick I use and have been happy with the outcome.
4-6" Above The Shower Head: When tiling the walls inside your shower, we usually install the tile just is usually 4-6" above the shower head. This protects most of your wall from water while leaving a bit of wall exposed to contrast the tile.
Cut the tiles that finish against the ceiling about 1/8 inch smaller than the size of the hole you are filling. This will allow for slight variations in the ceiling. Grout and caulk will cover this joint. Set the cut tiles, using the same adhesive you used for the rest of the wall.
Yes – The case FOR floor to ceiling tiling
Number 1 reason – It creates a sense of luxury and style. Bathrooms are now becoming a sanctuary and not just a functional wash-room, so there is a desire for a luxury experience.
Standard Tile Height:
The standard height for bathroom wall tiles is typically 48 inches from the floor.
Install tiles all the way to the ceiling
This way, you will have no horizontal dividing lines on your walls, which will help to open up the space by giving the impression of your ceiling being higher.
What do You Use for a Shower Ceiling? Similar to the rest of the bathroom ceiling, it is best to use drywall, acrylic, tile, cement board, fiberglass and more. Ensure the material you choose is waterproof.
Horizontal tiles make the shower look wider while the vertical tiles make the shower look taller. So this can make your decision much easier once you know which of these is more important to you.
The tile installation principle is that the tiled wall 'hangs' over the tiled floor. The best way to achieve this outcome is by first tiling the floor so that the wall tile will then seem to be 'sitting' on the bathroom floor.
Step 1: Floor Tile Must Slope to the Drain
In a stall shower, the plumbing code requires the floor to be sloped one quarter (1/4) of an inch per foot in order to carry the water effectively to the drain.
If you need to place blame, it's the pesky grout joints fault. Grout joints are a H-U-G-E disadvantage in a tile shower. And even if you're not the one stuck scrubbing nasty joints. They still add and add and add to the cost of your ceramic tile shower in upkeep costs.
Water falls down, well-done tile and caulking shouldn't let any water through regardless, drywall for the ceiling should be fine as long as you're not in the habit of taking hours-long hot, steamy showers with no vent fan.
The conclusion is that cement board is the only product you should be using when there is any chance of contact with water. Many times it's what you don't see behind the walls that has the biggest impact for longevity of your project.
Acrylic panels
Acrylic is one of the most cost-effective materials for your bathroom. Cheaper and with fewer problems than tiling, it can give you the look and functionality you're after at a fraction of the cost. It is extremely durable, stain-resistant, and can resist scratching or chipping.
Direct the eye
A chevron or herringbone pattern can make a room appear bigger, as the shapes move the eye along the surfaces. In this bathroom, the tiles lead the way along the floor and up the wall to make the space feel longer and taller.
When tiles are laid horizontally, and to the ceiling, the bathroom looks wider and more spacious. Compare this to a vertical laid tile, which tends to make the ceilings look taller but the space tighter.
Choose Large-Format Tiles
Large format tiles (tiles that are larger than 60cm x 60cm) will make your bathroom feel bigger than it really is. Firstly, there will be fewer grout lines, so your walls & floors will look more seamless & less cluttered & restrictive. Secondly, the scale will make your space feel larger.