Ep. 190 1/2 BONUS: GROUTING THE LAST PANEL FOR THE LANDSCAPE OF DUNWOODY MOSAIC!

Ep. 190 1/2 GROUTING THE LAST PANEL FOR THE LANDSCAPE OF DUNWOODY MOSAIC!
Hey Everyone! Welcome to my studio!
My name is Julie Mazzoni and I will be focusing on The Landscape of Dunwoody mosaic for the next little while. It is a 36 foot long, 161 square foot mosaic going in a niche on a busy street corner in Dunwoody, GA. I am partnering with mosaic artist Jennifer Freeman. We are using glass and porcelain tile with thinset and silicone. Our substrate is Hardie Backer With Hydro Defense Technology Fiber Cement Waterproof Backer Board. In today's video, I am grouting my last panel for The Landscape of Dunwoody mosaic!
0:35 I'm using Mapei Flexcolor pre-mixed grout in Armor, which is a medium gray. With any grout, it is best to follow the instructions from the manufacturer. In this case, it says to wipe down the surface before spreading the grout.
0:50 I start spreading the grout. I have allowed plenty of time for this process, so I settle in and enjoy the process. There is a little bit of height difference between some of the tiles and the glass, so I have to make sure everything is uncovered. And I squeegee off any excess grout with my little finishing tool.
2:53 Now I wipe off any grout with a damp sponge. Once it has hazed over, I can come back and scrub off the haze. Then I buff with a dry shop towel.
3:50 I flip the mosaic around and start over with the other side. It is important to avoid the screw holes.
7:05 I show how much grout is left from a 1 gallon bucket after grouting panels 1-6.
7:19 That's it for now. It is now a waiting game before we can do the final installation. We are going to play it safe and install when the night temperatures are above 50 degrees for 3-5 straight days and there is no rain. Jennifer thinks we will have a window in February, but I predict waiting until March as it has to fit our schedules as well!
That's Putting It Together, BONUS Ep. 190 1/2. Thanks for watching. See you next time.
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[@lbrodka8390]

What a wonderful ride we have experienced on this Dunwoody trail! The end is nearing but the installation is definitely the cherry on top!!!

[@mazzonimosaics8222]

It's just a waiting game on the weather now!

[@felicagriswold7276]

I know many find grouting messy and a pain, however, I find it enjoyable. Squish it in, wipe and marvel at how well it looks is rather meditative for me. 😆 This is a wonderful project and I’m so glad you are sharing with us. Wishing you a lovely week.

[@mazzonimosaics8222]

Thank you so much! I like it too, especially when there is no rush.

[@suseleh]

And love the different textures and tile shapes!

[@mazzonimosaics8222]

Thanks again!

[@Marlymosaicos]

Muito criativa a ideia de fazer as próprias peças “melting” vidro!!! Ficou lindo!!

[@mazzonimosaics8222]

Thank you!

[@suseleh]

Gorgeous soothing colors, creative design -- what a gift!

[@mazzonimosaics8222]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@dawnokel5975]

Thank you for the bonus. What a treat!! You have done such a beautiful job on this delightful mosaic. I hope to see it in person one day. Take care!

[@mazzonimosaics8222]

Thank you so much! And I hope so too!

[@gizelegionet7771]

Wonderful ❤❤

[@mazzonimosaics8222]

Thanks 🤗

[@candacecooke1201]

Congratulations! Job well done.

[@mazzonimosaics8222]

Thank you!

[@Patty-bs3bz]

Great job ❤ Looks fantastic.

[@mazzonimosaics8222]

Thank you!

[@maryp536]

Looking forward to warmer weather and installation. I will be there as soon as it is installed. Please note intersection during installation video. Great series.

[@mazzonimosaics8222]

Right?!? Can’t wait to get it up! Will do with the exact location!

[@katybehrman7192]

I was hoping there was a bonus video this week!

[@mazzonimosaics8222]

Get ready for a bunch of short videos!

[@lizstroud6531]

I was wondering when you were making all those rounded pieces and had seemingly so much space in between them, what it would be like to grout that and it looks like the grout you used works perfectly for all those spaces. Amazing!

[@mazzonimosaics8222]

Thank you!

[@pmarlowe1638]

Looks amazing but I’m thinking your little grout spreader must be ready for some rest! 😜 Looking forward to installation

[@mazzonimosaics8222]

You are right! Thats why I have extras. Also, I lose them. I threw one out with the water more than once.

[@pmarlowe1638]

@@mazzonimosaics8222 oh no! I thought I was the only one who did things like that!

[@mazzonimosaics8222]

Once in a while I'll find one under a bush!

[@GodzHarleyGirlStudio]

Are the pieces of tape/loose pieces where you’re going to attach it to the wall?

[@mazzonimosaics8222]

Yes. After we attach it we will adhere the pieces over the screws and then grout those areas.