Apply painter s tape along the back edge of the countertop to protect the granite.
How to tile a backsplash with glass tile sheets.
Use a 3 16 v notched trowel to spread white tile mastic adhesive on the wall.
While a glass tile backsplash adds a pop of color to the kitchen s decor you want to choose tile colors that.
Grout the tile backsplash to avoid scratching the glass tiles grout with unsanded grout.
For glass tiles space them tightly and use unsanded or epoxy grout that won t.
Using both hands press the first sheet of tile into place along the centerline according to the layout you created in step 2.
You have four separate areas to measure.
Get the thinset 3 16 inch v notched trowel.
Lay the template on a horizontal surface.
Paint chips and cracked areas need.
Place the first tile sheet photo by kolin smith.
How to apply glass tile backsplash sheets in the kitchen planning.
It s important to use white adhesive because any color behind the tile will show through the glass.
Use sanded grout to fill any tile joints that are 1 8 inch or wider and use an unsanded grout for narrower joints.
Measure the dimensions of your backsplash.
If you only have one section to cover multiply the width.
Using a large sheet of paper or cardboard transfer the measurements to.
Apply even gentle pressure to the entire sheet and set the tiles in place by holding a block of wood over the sheet and lightly tapping it with a hammer.
Include an additional 10 percent of tile to fill any small gaps or use as replacements for damaged pieces.
The walls where you are installing the sheets need to be clean.
Floor tile spacers measure your wall to determine the amount of tile you need.
Place the tiles and marbles on the template arranging them until you get.