How to cover pebble detail in shower?

katie123

Hi all! I’m very new to diy but I’m hoping to find a way to cover this rock detail in my shower. It’s not directly under the water but does get wet from condensation etc. Ideally I’d like to cover it with some kind of putty and paint it white. It doesn’t sit exactly flush with the tiles (ie the rocks protrude a bit) but I’m ok with it not being completely flat. Does anyone know if this is possible, and if so what products I would need?

Thank you!

MitchellMc

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @katie123. It's terrific to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about removing pebble accent tiles.

The most effective and long-lasting solution would be to remove the pebble feature and replace it with tiles that match or complement your existing shower. This way, you can create a neat, waterproof finish by tiling the strip and grouting it properly. 

While it might seem easier to just fill and paint over the pebbles, unfortunately, there’s no filler or putty that will give you a durable, neat finish in a wet area like this. Because the pebbles stick out, you’d need a significant amount of filler to level the area, then sand it smooth — and even then, it may crack or peel over time with moisture exposure. Paint likely won’t hold up well either.

Since there is likely waterproofing behind the pebble tiles, I recommend enlisting the services of a tiler who can quickly remove the pebble section and install a clean strip of white tiles to match your vision.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Mitchell