How To Install a PERFECT Tile Backsplash (All Materials, Tools and Prices Included)

[@SeoulHomeLIving]

16:38 He's a great Dad, always letting his son know that his affection toward his son is there. Jordan, you're a lucky boy.

[@marshallmatters1526]

I saw the video and thought, "I won't watch the whole thing. I'll skip through and get some tips" but once it started, I was transfixed, listening to every word. Great video guys, thank you. 👍

[@RCH-yf2mw]

Funny because I was thinking like you and did the exact same thing. Very interesting video

[@christopherruizperez9586]

Me too. 😅

[@fortezzasolutions]

There was a ton of tips.

[@ZonaJim]

Here's a little trick. Before spreading your mortar or tile adhesive, run some short #6-32 screws into the outlet holes. It will help you keep adhesive out of the screw holes. When you're ready to reinstall the outlets or switches, remove the screws and you'll have nice clean holes that are adhesive free.

[@caezarlapuc8627]

Good point

[@narlycharley]

Great tip!

[@marcopoulin1897]

Real pro dont messe up

[@shirleywies2782]

Brilliant, thank you.

[@theresanunes7239]

Thank you. My hubby and I are redoing our kitchen and have only tiled a small shelf before. This gave us great tips to help with the rest!

[@maxkonta6284]

BEST Tile Backsplash installation over KZbin. Period.

[@philipgrice1026]

Okay. You've convinced me. Bigger tiles mean less grouting. Nice work fellas.

[@Kgcottawa]

Lol. True. But harder to hide wall imperfections like slight bulges in the drywall

[@y00h0011]

Admitting your mistakes not only makes you a bigger man, but, earnes you greater respect. It's not just the quality of craftsmanship, or the great tips on How To, or even the fun that you two make it. But, it's the being REAL that keeps guys like us ...coming back! Another GREAT video.

[@ohiocustomrods3100]

Hey, I just wanted to stop by and thank you so much for this video. I just tackled the backsplash in my kitchen, and I’ve never done tile work. But after a few watches of your video, it turned out great! My wife was almost in tears of happiness! You really helped me out, and I seriously appreciate it! Thanks again!!!!!

[@Kgcottawa]

Good job buddy. Doing the same 😊

[@mrjeramiemullis]

Paul, your example as a dad is one of the things that keeps me watching these videos. I really appreciate how you treat Jordan and that video of your toast at your daughter’s wedding was a real testament to how you raise your kids. I mean, the building advice is top notch, too (I’ve learned a lot from you) that but the obvious love you have for Jordan is inspiring and has encouraged me to include my two boys and my daughter more in the manual jobs I do around the house. We spent the day today chopping up trees that fell in a recent storm and doing a bunch of other yard work. Add in some errands like running to the hardware store to get them all their own sets of work gloves and heading to the gas station to fill up the gas cans, and it turned out to be a really great day spent with my kids. We all had a good time together and they learned a little bit about the value of hard work! Thanks for letting your heart show through in these videos and thanks for even including the times that you get it wrong or get frustrated. The fact that you had any useable footage from that drainage pipe under the foundation video was pretty impressive to me. 🙂 All the best, Jeramie M. Garner, NC

[@denisegaylord382]

Paul is the patient dad we all would have liked to have.🥰. My dad had no patience, hence I have to watch myself 🤬. Sometimes I behave like he did on complex projects at times... I forget, that people are not mind readers... I have to explain, and then show, and then ask for the help I need... Like Paul does! 😁

[@ryzenx1471]

Stud Pack continues to remind the world: Projects on KZbin ain't all glitz and glamour. Even for people who make tutorials. Mistakes were made. We all learn from them and do the best we can! 👊👊👊

[@sandrabulluck1896]

Amen!🙏

[@shannonromano-b7r]

I have renovated my entire kitchen by myself (out of necessity, because I couldn’t afford a contractor on a house I bought that needed more repairs than I anticipated). I have been hung up avoiding the tiling because it seemed so difficult. Watching this video gave me so much more confidence that I can totally do this! I really appreciate that and the thorough explanation of the principles behind tiling decisions. Wonderful video!! Time to tile!

[@ABoperaAB]

I wish all contractors were as skilled and proud of their work as you two are. There are a lot of contractors that are scamming people, especially seasoned people, and doing shoddy work or leaving them with unfinished homes!!!

[@alliemedico]

This is true sadly

[@theupsideofdownsizing]

I wanted to thank you and your son for this video. Even though I am definitely not new to tile work, every once in a while you will come across a little tidbit of information that completely changes your work flow. For me it was "shaping the grout line". I had never used an implement to do this before. I always relied on my skill with a sponge to achieve the finished look. I just finished tiling our new shower yesterday and began grouting today. I used 1/8" spacers so after floating the grout and waiting for my golden window of opportunity, I used a 3"8" diameter dowel to shape my grout line. WOW! What a game changer. It was incredibly satisfying and created beautiful, uniform grout lines like I had never before achieved. Thank you again for sharing your experitis.

[@sandeepneela1606]

I want to thank you for providing all the steps and tools needed for installation of backsplash. I was following your video and was able to install backsplash in my kitchen.

[@StudPack]

That's awesome thanks for sharing 👍

[@janieh1500]

I can tell you have managed people for a really long time. You are a great supervisor. "adapt and overcome"

[@billyredmon8721]

I’m in the middle of our kitchen remodel. We just got the cabinets in and countertops installed. Now I was going to tackle the backsplash. Your videos are to the point with lots of tips. I really enjoy learning from y’all.

[@alharris3157]

Same here. Just going to start a tile job and this video helps a lot.

[@nuggetwv5302]

I waited at least 15 minutes to hit the like button. It was perfect timing, didn't even hurt my finger!

[@NaomiMoore-x6k]

I loved not only your instructions but I think I learned even more because you put footage of correcting the mistakes. Thanks so much for this real-time & practical video!

[@margaretbear]

I just want to way thank you for showing it all, it's really nice to know that even a contractor with decades of experience still has situations like you had with the grout! I'm not a contractor by any stretch of the imagination, but I have been doing small scale carpentry, building, and renovating, with all the tiling, painting, and framing that entails for about 20 years and every single project has at least one of those moments.

[@charlesward8196]

Many thanks for the section on fixing bowed walls for the backsplash. I had one section of counter top that had a tapered gap at the back that went from zero to 1/2’ at the other end. I spotted in a dozen drywall screws to establish the mortar thickness, made up my “groutlet’s,” and built up the wall with Mapei Ultrflex 1 mortar. I mixed up small batches because I had to do the build up in two installments. I mixed 5 pounds by exact weight with my kitchen cooking scale and exactly 2 cups of tap water. On the first day I added an extra 1/4 - 1/3 cup of water, which was a mistake, the mortar kept sagging on the wall. The second day, today, I used exactly 2 cups water for 5 pounds mortar mix, and it worked much better, no sagging. The groutlets are amazing, they really helped on this messy part of the job. Safety tip: I deactivated one outlet that was wired with a RED hot and a White common, with the ground going to the metal box. THERE WAS ALSO A PAIR OF BLACK HOTS TIED OFF WITH A WIRE NUT THAT WAS STILL HOT IN THE BOX. I got a pretty good zing when I was removing the old outlet, and had to hunt and peck on the panel to find the breaker for the two extra black hots.CHECK ALL POTENTIAL HOTS IN A BOX WITH A NON-CONTACT DETECTOR BEFORE YOU START ACTUAL WORK IN THE BOX.

[@bwklock]

I redid my kitchen a few years ago. I am not doing any tile in the near future. Yet i watched this entire video. Love it

[@marshallmatters1526]

I trained as a plasterer a few years ago, then took a six month Tiling course the next year, but I've only managed to do domestic platering/skimming/dry walling jobs since. The longer I go without using my tiling skills, the less confidence in my abilities, I have. But, after watching these tiling videos, my confidence is getting better. I'm going to invest in some food tiling tools to encourage myself to accept small tiling jobs in between plastering jobs. I never learned with power tools, just hand tools, but I can see how much easier life will be with a good chop saw.

[@CC-hv1hy]

I’ve watched this video about 10 times now! I’m getting ready to tile my backsplash (first time)and your video is priceless. Thank you!!!

[@StudPack]

Glad it was helpful! Best of luck on your project!!

[@chrisday4434]

The most thorough DIY video I have seen. I'll watch it several more times before I begin, but I cannot justify buying all the high priced tools.

[@Danny-ec8pu]

This video made me realize 2 things, 1- how amazing you do your job and 2- how I wish I had my dad in my life so he could have taught me things like these, it great to see that your sons follow in your steps

[@eleanormeyer4528]

Hello! I just wanted to write a note and say thank you SO much for your encouraging and informative video. I've been staring at my un-tiled kitchen for too long, trying to motivate myself to tackle it. When I was ready, I was lucky to stumble across this video which had all the information I needed, but you gave so much more. The tips and tricks, the can-do positivity, the thorough explanation. Thank you so much!

[@mikezimmermann89]

I’m right there with you when it comes to being surprised by grout setting REALLY FAST! I’m a DIYer who had several bathroom tile jobs under my belt when I tackled my first kitchen. What “bit” me was the difference in the material used. All the bathroom work was with ceramic or porcelain tile that had a hard, fired surface which was impervious to water. The kitchen backsplash was multicolored slate mosaic. I knew the slate would need to be sealed against water, and my plan was to seal tile and grout as the last step in the project. However, I failed to account for how “thirsty” the unsealed slate would be when I grouted it. That stuff sucked the water out of the grout and had it setting up almost instantly. My project was saved by a brand new, squeaky clean, stainless steel BBQ grill cleaning brush I happened to have on hand. It was able to scrub off the “stuck” grout and actually enhanced the slightly “distressed” look of the slate that make it appealing in the first place. After that, I spent several hours with a spray bottle keeping the grout moist so I could be sure the grout set and hardened rather than merely drying. After several days of dry time, I finally sealed everything. My lesson learned? Seal porous material (like slate) BEFORE you try to grout it, then seal the grout.

[@leoonardotaormina5676]

Thanks for you videos, you to do a great job and also remind me of my father and I who worked together since I was about 10, im 50 now and my dad has passed, and now it's my son and I work together which is great but can be trouble too, lol. Anyways I figured I pass on a little trick, many tile installers and do it yourselfers run into the same problem you had, the grout setting to quick. I've actually saved a general contractor 250 sq ft of floor using this little trick because his grout set up way to fast, do to the heat and thinking he had more time. All you do is get yourself a scottsbrite pad, green or grey (don't worry about scratching the tIle because your not going to put alot of pressure) and you want only to wet the pad and squeeze out any access water and go over the tIle in circular or up and down motions, fill the joints by feel, and it will take any stuck grout off the tIle. Try it, and I'd be curious to know what you thought, ive never had a grout issue as long as my dad taught me that trick.. Good luck and keep up the good work.

[@amylawrence9237]

Agree with others, best and most thorough time video I found after looking through several others. So many good tips, and showing “challenges and mistakes “ very helpful for learning and “rescuing “ the job. Excellent job and video guys! Love how much u compliment your son too ! Way to go dad , and mom looked like she was helping too with grout cleanup. Awesome family work 🙌

[@EA-dd6go]

[@gpintoon]

Good on ya!! Showing the good, the bad and the ugly. You show how the DIY can do the job and it is OK to be calm and carry on. Just be confident there is light at the end of the tunnel and a really good install is out there if you are willing to hang in there.

[@jamesmapel4315]

Next time u grout try pulling your tiles extra clean by lifting your float up to a sharp 90° edge. U can pull at a 45° across the tiles or even down the joint while pivoting ur float to cross them at a 45 if that makes sense. Also try priming ur float before grouting vertical surface with ur margin trowel. If u butter ur float before taking a scoop u will drop far less. Same goes with thin set and a freshly washed trowel dry trowel and float prime with grout or thin set and watch how much more in control u become. Maybe this is not new information but it was a revelation for me when I was shown this. Thanks guys, love the authenticity. Keep it up!

[@exShinra]

Great guide. Helped me with my kitchen tile. One thing I have to mention is that you should never ever ever point a camera at a laser. When a camera is in video mode the sensor is left open, so it's always collecting light. When a laser hits the sensor it can permanently damage it and cause vertical and horizontal pixel damage. I've seen cameras get ruined at nightclubs and music shows because of laser lights. If you have an expensive camera, it will completely ruin it.

[@bplus6564]

Great job explaining each step-- but where you really shine is in your attention to detail, which is evident in the beautiful results! Excellent craftsmanship.

[@shawnstroh5601]

Just want to say how much I appreciate you guys again. I've become somewhat successful now as a contractor because of people like you guys. I appreciate every ounce of knowledge you guys share with me. I learn new stuff everytime. I get better at every job. Make more money. Once again. Thank you stud pack, yall keep killing it!

[@T_Jonesy]

Exceptional video. Wish it had been available 5 years ago when I started doing tile. I probably had to watch 10 different videos to get all the information you included in this one. Also, the adjustable depth electrical box was something I never heard of before. That thing is awesome. The issues you were having with the excess grout in the bevel of the tile is why I've never used a beveled tile. Great job as always.

[@annmarierosa6569]

After we got our whole 500 sq/ft downstairs flooring, in Nov. 2021, redone with LVP flooring (which included our 1/2 bath/laundry) we decided to also redo the bathroom cabinet and add tile to the walls. We wanting to start our 1/2 bath tile job soon. We’re tiling the wall from the floor up 38” high. We got the tile and materials and now need to get the skills. This video is helping us to get this project off our “TO DO” list. Thanks so much for the advice. 👍🏻

[@Divine_Evil]

For shaping a grout line, use the back of a drill bit... Ideal for multiple radius sizes, and can never break like a popsicle stick, also way more consistent than a finger... Depending on the size of the grout line and tile types, choose the proper radius... Normal drill bit is fine, not the SDS+ stuff from hammer drills!

[@TR4Ajim]

I’ve used the rounded end of an old toothbrush for years.👍

[@undonesofficial]

The end of a sharpie marker would be safer. But, using your finger is easiest, just shape it after you put it on, no need to wait until it sets up to shape. You could even use one of those caulking shapers that has a small radius on it.

[@SuperJWATT]

question I had some grout that I mixed up and it hardened in 20 minutes I live in Arizona it was 0 percent humidity and 80 degrees inside is this indicative of undermixing or over mixing? it made grouting like near impossible!

[@undonesofficial]

@@SuperJWATT what kind of grout was it? Name/brand specifically?

[@SuperJWATT]

@@undonesofficial mapei ultra color plus fa in color 47 charcoal grey. the reason I say undermixed is I bought another bag and mixed it in small batches and it worked just fine!

[@Cersei-the-OTTB]

My husband and I are renovating our new fixer-upper all by ourselves and your videos have been a Godsend!! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge, you're helping us learn new skills and save a ton of $$$$$ !!!

[@fortezzasolutions]

Despite their trials. It looks amazing. That raised tile really makes the kitchen shine.

[@cindywarnick826]

I’ve done a very small tile repair job in an ex boyfriend’s house years ago. I’ve also helped do a ceramic floor. My first real job is our kitchen we just remodeled. I could never afford to pay someone, so if I want it done, I’ll do it myself😂. I love that it’s a father and son team. This video will make my dream come true🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗 thank you!

[@billfishcrazy]

This is a very nicely done presentation, I don’t think you guys missed a thing and it’s always good to see fathers and sons and family working together, I work with my dad and my brother too and it is just fantastic. Thanks for a great presentation guys that was incredible.

[@tobiasramforth8474]

Hi and greetings from Germany, thank you for your awesome videos! Your dad and son teamwork is inspiring. Keep it up! You are two of the very few honest youtubers showing also their mistakes and helping others to pay attention and avoid them. That is exceptional. Concerning grout I can feel with you. I myself missed that window of opportunity and had to use up sponge after sponge for a whole day to fix a messed up floor tile grout job. That was one kind of experience I do not need another of. Viele Grüße Tobias

[@ProudAmerican1962]

This video really helped my confidence level just getting ready with the materials and tools. The penny trick is cool and easy to source. The tile alignment, outlet boxes and counter top level determination are excellent points that I got from your video. I was going to butt the 3x6 tile I have for our kitchen up against each other but after your video I feel that thickness of grout line would be too thin. This tile has to offset bumps to create any mortar line whatsoever. Our tile is smooth so no issues with uneven surfaces. I M using Schluter metal trim to close up the exposed ends at the end of the counters. Was going to us it along the countertop/tile edge but I’m rethinking that as well after your video.Thank you for sharing your know how with the world. Watching your video was time well spent.

[@StudPack]

Thanks ProudAmerican!!

[@giuseppepandolfo4815]

Nice to see young people learning a trade, and working with dad. Dad I’m sure your in your glory, this from a retired house painter. Thanks for sharing

[@WillKriss-p9k]

Men, i truly like you guys energy, so contagious.

[@StudPack]

Thanks so much!!

[@lblbuilders]

With all the troubles in Houston, I have been going back and watching old Studpack (an oxymoron at best because studpack never gets old) This video contains easily one of the top 5 practical Paul tips on setting tiles tight and moving them away to make the gap. For me this tip along with placing a drop cloth beneath you when you install stuff with small parts are worth their weight in gold!

[@emilyfarris6982]

outstanding video!! love the parts of inevitability of error. very humble and honest. helps others learn from your mistakes. getting ready to start my first tile job ever. thanks

[@Onisim007]

So grateful for this video. Watched the whole thing start to finish for our upcoming kitchen remodel. This will save us hundreds, if not thousands, by DIY. Thank you @Stud Pack

[@michafender1537]

I get chills just opening this video. You guys are that great love from Jamaica 🇯🇲 ❤️

[@mize_yir_bizz]

Hilarios! Pap's was doing push-ups in the backround lmao .. I know a mason who get's all of his sponge's from the junk-yard, he just takes it out of the seats :) He also used to wipe down the tile with a damp sponge or lighty mist the wall wih a sqirt bottle, add a couple drops of Palmolive before grouting, aid you in easier clean-up. Not sure if you guys own your wet saw but my cousin is a tile contractor he uses an angle grinder with a hose attachment when necessary, he says it's a lot quicker and more precise, no need to run to the garage for every cut, he attache a hood vent to his shop-vac to catch the dust & debris.

[@emmaladmd]

Thanks for showing the grout mistake. I think it makes this video even more informative as its such an easy mistake to make. Great job guys.

[@ds61821]

Another excellent video that is timely for me. I just now ordered the Bosch laser level based on what I see in your video. I also loved the tip of how to apply a tile without clogging the joint line for grouting.

[@hsservice6550]

One of best DIY instructional videos ever. You guys did a great job with it, including telling us about your Grout error. Thanks

[@Wayko6217]

Thank you for the info for the grout I had the same one and thought through other videos I had to wait until tomorrow. Between you guys and Jeff from renovision my wife and I had the confidence to tile our kitchen area ourselves and save over a thousand dollars

[@pcbatl]

It's great to see even professionals make mistakes and have to adapt to situations. Ya'll owning it and showing not everything is simple and straightforward as these videos appear. Great work, loved the video. Keep it up.

[@roughboygarage1475]

The premixed grout was always harder to work with. Epoxy grouts are even worse. Powder grouts are more consistent to work with. The main thing ive noticed with powered grouts giving me problems turned out to be the age of the grout. How long has it been setting on a shelf in some warehouse? The mewer the better. I also want tell people make sure to let powdered grouts slake before applying and dont clean too early or use too much water to clean. Too early can cause grout to be really porous and allow water to seep through in showers and too wet can bleach out the color of your grout. Great videos!

[@crhayes]

These are the guys you want on your job. The attention to detail is excellent!

[@CMendy28]

I'm not even half way through your video and I have to say you have given more tips than any other video I've seen. Thank you!

[@fvillago65]

I love the quality of your work but what is really special is that you just seem like a couple of great guys!

[@MrHandy-nr5hi]

This is by far one of the best videos I’ve seen as far as the guy actually showing me every detail! Thanks guys this was a huge help!

[@StudPack]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ThatGuy-dj3qr]

Excellent video. You covered all of the details of tiling and you were willing to show your errors. We all make mistakes. Glad you could show us the fix if we mess up too!

[@robertallenmcdowell]

This kind of training and honest work is how young Men like Jordan become self-sufficient and able to take care of themselves and the people they love. Good Job Dad.

[@SwoopVT]

34:08 Showing it off with a few pushups! Great video. I watched every second.

[@MikeM-ld1rw]

This dude is always impressive. Wealth of knowledge and a Great teacher. I hope your channels grows and grows.

[@bobandes2016]

Guys, you are so honest showing the "uh ohs". One of the things I love about your channel and work. My first home, first bathroom remodel, also let the grout almost get away from me. No kids to help, so just me and my wife frantically saving the job. Keep it up and keep those DIY tips coming.

[@sparkypride3436]

Tell Jordan us electricians love the notch on the boxes for the screw...great job guys

[@karlcheatham8960]

Maybe you can explain that little screw notch. It seems unnecessary to me. Also will show after the plate is installed.

[@terrycarter1061]

I just finished my first tile backsplash for a customer. Turned out nice but I used the sponge to sculpt the grout joint. Washed the color right out of it. This video is gold. Thanks for it 🍺🍺

[@brianhopkins5251]

I bought a cross line laser because of your videos and recommendations and honestly IT'S FREAKING GREAT. It kinda seems like overkill (and it is) but man does it save time and you end up with a super looking room/product.

[@JFlywheel]

I bought a cheap green auto leveling one off amazon for like $50-60 and it's been great. Just used a tripod I already had, not as cool as that pole, but it works.

[@franklopez1186]

Can you remind me what level it is?

[@brianhopkins5251]

@@franklopez1186 Bosch was the one i bought and studpack uses, but there are plenty of options. got mine thru amazon.

[@MrShadyCash]

I've got the Bosch cross line laser that was around $170 and I ended up getting the Heupar 4 line laser with a 12 v battery. Got an extra battery and I have to say I love the Heupar laser. It's much much brighter than my Bosch, and it was $260 and had a 30 dollar coupon so it came to $230. It came with the micro adjustment mount which is an absolute game changer, and it also came with a small platform that goes from a half inch above the ground to about 6 inches. Anything above that I have the 30 dollar Johnson Tripod that takes care of the rest. I love that micro adjustment attachment so much I bought a second one so I could have it in a box with my Bosch, and I actually also got a very short tripod from Heupar that has the micro adjustments on it as well. Great video as always, thanks for the heads up on the micro adjustment attachment, I would've never bought their laser if it wasn't for that video, and it's a 4x360 laser and I haven't been disappointed at all. Got the battery model instead of the one with a screen, because I figured there's no reason to have the screen but the batteries are great. It comes with a remote, and buttons on the laser so you can turn off the various lasers to save battery life. It's just a great value. Have a great day, and thanks again!

[@joebinion1]

I have had those days as well looked like a tough day at the office so to speak GOD BLESS YOU GUYS

[@richarddifonzo773]

Best video, not only for the information and tips, it was just entertaining and easy to watch.

[@tracygregg9927]

ithis was the best video out there explaining how to do backsplash. Going to watch again right before I try for the first time

[@NOLAGOLD]

Wow. I did my first backsplash last week down here in St. Charles Parish and can't believe I did it without consulting the Stud Pack Videos first. This would have saved me a ton of headache on the grout cleanup. Your videos are the best!

[@StudPack]

I was born and raised in Baton Rouge 🦞🦞🦞 good to hear from y’all down the bayou😃

[@chadmarkley]

Let me just say, I talk up your channel all the time. You've given me the confidence do to all kinds of crazy projects and I so appreciate the time, effort, thoroughness and even thoughtfulness you put into every single video. You made me be willing to take the risk and that messing up isn't a big deal!!! Also, your son is killing it on the camera handling and editing. Keep it up. This guy from California is a better DIYer and homeowner because of you two!

[@ElaineMorgan-ex1cj]

Great video. Loved your father-son banter. Lots of good advice for us do-it-yourselfers.

[@milesharlan1]

A little Tuesday after noon enjoyment from Studpack!! THANK you guys!! Keep up the good work!

[@jande5143]

Going to be doing glass backsplash in my kitchen. This was very helpful. Loved your videos and process. Energy on point. Thanks for making it fun to watch

[@majie1018]

Sir, you can talk going about explaining things without looking or feeling annoyed about it. Great attitude. You and Jordan are a great team.

[@gsh319]

Great stuff guys! Ahhhhhhhhhh Yes........ every once and a while, that dam learning curve kicks in!

[@seamlesssoldier]

Dude the way you explain the process in your videos is perfect. Keep it up. You’re a stud!!

[@greggcoulter6008]

Been watching for awhile. Great channel. The father son relationship is awesome and Jordan has really improved his product knowledge and spoke well in this video. Keep up the excellent work.

[@rebeccamckenzie5037]

I love your videos! You're always explaining things in detail And why you do/don't pick one 'thing' or product over another, something the help at stores don't always do (most don't even know). Your are Much Appreciated & I thank you- Big time!!

[@liamball8335]

Master class right here. Thanks - I think you saved me a few nightmares as I head into my first ever tile project.

[@Titanium516]

After watching you guys in that 30 second clip having that much trouble trying to clean the grout, I'm getting discouraged bc this will be my 1st time doing it and I can imagine what it will be for me when it's my turn to clean out the grout. 😢😢😢. I might just get a guy to do it for me.. Love your videos guys !!! Awesome father and son team.

[@OtterBeSwimming]

Interesting video, I hope you appreciate your wife who did a great deal to complete the clean-up. Always underappreciated what the wife does to keep you working effectively.

[@hoboriver]

Super solid DIY video I've done half a dozen back splashes at this point, but I'm starting my largest highest end job this week, and this was a great refresher to settle my nerves lol Thanks fellas

[@sbarton291]

I really enjoyed this video, good tips. I'm so glad you shared the "mistake" with us as that is so typical with a DIYer and now we will know how to address. You kept it real. I definitely need a "profession" laser set up, that would solve a lot of my problems working by myself. Wish you were a contractor near me, you seem very conscientious to detail and take pride in your work, that's hard to find. Looking forward to other videos.

[@Sabamonster]

I'd only add to *Make SURE* you check out the manufacturer's recommendation for the trowel size/type. Using anything other than what is suggested will void the guarantee if something happens to go wrong with your thin-set. Outside of that, this guide is spot on.

[@rebeccaoliver5306]

Wow! That's beautiful! And thanks for showing the "oops" moments. Once more, I learned so much from you guys! Nice push-ups, too!

[@kevinmcdonnell5057]

This is awsome I am doing my first tile job on my ADU project, This covers all the details.

[@chrismcfixit]

Excellent video. I’ve been in construction 30 years I’ve known only a couple guys like Paul . Always confident in any situation. A true professional. Rare breed nowadays. Jordan your very lucky to have such an awesome dad/mentor. Also rare nowadays. So as for grout... sanded or unsanded?

[@niknnanify]

The outtakes were hilarious! Thanks for the video guys. VERY helpful. Wish I knew about the groutlet's a few months ago, but will definitely be picking those up when we redo the bathroom and kitchen. Watched this for laundry room project.

[@relerfordable]

You guys are the real deal. I like watching. Now I'm going to do it!

[@dwayneemmers4340]

Stud Pack is the best y'all have helped me out so much pointing me in the right direction on my Home remodel...

[@k9sgarage301]

Love the way you guys talked. Definitely gave me the confidence to go my own kitchen.

[@Real_Rob_Reels]

You guys are awesome! I love your honesty in the work you do! Keep it up guys

[@tommyv-z9p]

what an amazing video. so many little tips that make a huge difference.

[@captoblivious1]

Thanks for sharing this with everyone. It's totally understandable that you had the grout dry unexpectedly before you were ready. It could have just been a abnormally dry day. It reminded me that it's really important to take extra precautions during the drying phase of grouting.

[@EllaTravels1986]

It's in the details! Everyone needs to see this video. Thanks for sharing!

[@HeidiBurton-qd7wq]

Thank you for all of the tips and tricks! I learned so much and am now ready to do my own backsplash.