how do i install 1″ glass mosaic tile into the border of my 4 x 4 porcelain tile kitchen backsplash?
April 12, 2009
We are installing a 4×4 porcelain tile backsplash in our kitchen. We want to add a 1×1 border trim of glass mosaic tile to add some interest. We aren't sure how to do that considering the porcelain is about double the thickness of the mosaic tile. We were concerned with just trying to build out the mastic to the right thickness for fear that we wouldn't be successful. How is this typically handled? I'm sure people have added mosaic tiles in with regular ceramic tiles. How did they do it?
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April 12th, 2009 at 11:01 pm
I think you would have to use thinset not mastic. apply in 2 applications and be sure to use white thin set not grey if glass is see thru and make sure thinset is smooth on second coat no grooves or it Will show thruogh the glass.
April 12th, 2009 at 11:01 pm
There are some good adhesives on the market. The one I used I did a test by applying the stuff to a 4" x 4" ceramic tile and sticking it to the wall in my work room. The adhesive was a brownish color with the consistency of chewed bubble gum. I only used a little smear to gauge the effectiveness and the tile stuck fast after a few minutes. I can't get it off the wall.It's called wallboard and construction adhesive. The only problem might be it's color, since you want it for glass. It's also flammable so be sure to use in well ventilated area.