The advent of cement backer board has made it possible for do-it-yourselfers to lay tile like a pro. The reason: For most installations, it eliminates the need to set tile in a thick bed of mortar.
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What Tools Do You Need to Tile a Shower Floor?

In this complete DIY tutorial, you’ll learn how to install a shower pan, set the drain, and tile the shower floor with mosaic ...