How To Apply Glass Tile To Wall
Flatten the tile with a grout float if necessary.
How to apply glass tile to wall. Do not touch or clean the tiles during this time. Prep the wall apply the thinset and install the tile. Use a 3 16 v notched trowel to spread white tile mastic adhesive on the wall. Then make straight parallel lines in the mortar by pressing into it with a notched trowel to help the tiles stick to the wall.
Also some adhesives and sealants may react with the back coatings of some glass tiles so make sure the manufacturer supplies you with a list of compatible adhesives and sealants. How to install a glass mosaic tile backsplash illustration by gregory nemec. To apply hold the trowel at 45 degree angle and use the notched edge to make ridges in the mastic. Starting with your bottom row of tiles apply tiles to the thin set.
The manufacturer recommended this mastic for this type of tile. Next push the tiles firmly into the mortar and continue applying the mortar and tiles in 3 inch by 3 inch spaces. When using sheets of smaller glass tiles apply gentle. Add tile spacers for help keeping the tile pieces lined up.
Clean the tile grout the joints and caulk the perimeter. Shows how to cut the tile using a wet saw installation with thin set mortar and applying the grout. Once you apply the thinset mortar to the wall install tiles starting from the top left and moving to the bottom right. To install glass tiles start by spreading the mortar on the wall in a 3 inch by 3 inch space.
Place the mosaic sheets along the wall. It s important to use white adhesive because any color behind the tile will show through the glass. Wait for the thinset to cure for a full 48 hours. Slightly rock the sheet up and down perpendicular to the trowel lines to collapse the ridges and help the tile settle into place.