How to Make a Shower Caddy Suction Cup Stick to Tile

Glass and Non-Porous Tiles

• 1

  Clean the wall with tile cleaner and a lint-free cloth to remove any soap scum, mildew or other particles.

• 2

  Clean the suction cup with rubbing alcohol and rinse with water. Dry with a lint-free cloth.

• 3

  Wet the inside of the suction cup with water. Place the cup onto the tile and press firmly. Don't set the cup over grout lines.

Porous Tiles

• 4

  Clean porous shower tiles with tile cleaner and a lint-free cloth.

• 5

  Clean the suction cups with rubbing alcohol and rinse with water. Dry with a lint-free cloth.

• 6

  Remove the suction cups from the shower caddy, if possible. Apply a bead of silicone adhesive to the inside rim of the suction cup. Press each suction cup firmly onto the tile and hold it in place for one to two minutes.

• 7

  Allow the adhesive to dry according to manufacturer’s directions. Attach the caddy to the suction cups.