How To Install Mosaic Tile Backsplash

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[@brianandlisarohler883]

I really appreciate your insight. One thing that might need mentioning is that typically you put a spacer between the tile and the counter-top during installation and use grout caulking to seal between the tile and the counter-top. Normal grout will crack and fall out of the joint since the tile on the drywall will expand and contract at different rates compared to the counter-top.

[@roberthanks1020]

Your videos are easy to follow while not treating people like children. Great work.

[@retro1475]

Love the videos I'm a autobody painter and I'm learning to do all these jobs at my house by myself and your videos have helped me a lot it's on the job training for me more I do the better I get thanks keep making those videos

[@userfriendly06]

Place is coming together nicely. Hope you do a summary on this house and go through all the work you guys did.

[@genevievegreene1595]

I love how clean your work is, I have been watching a few of these and this is my favorite one. Also very easy to follow.

[@fortheearth]

Wonderful demonstration. Thank you!

[@specialks1953]

Your videos are very well done. Thank you.

[@prieto237]

Thank you Sr. I always learn something new with you.

[@lizmercad2013]

love this guy! thanks for walking me through this

[@SalDiBlasi]

Mastic really is not recommended for installing glass tiles, it would be alright for the stone parts of that mosaic, but a high polymer content should really be used for glass tiles in general.

[@rkrouse22]

why wouldn't you use Mastic?

[@SalDiBlasi]

Many glass tiles backings will react to certain mastics over time causing discoloration, many manufacturers require the use of a high polymer content thinset for thier tiles, so unless you are sure that the manufacturer of the glass tile allows the use of mastic to set the tile, I would not recommend the use of mastic. If on the other hand you are certain that mastic is accepted as a suitable adhesive by the the manufacturer, then go ahead and be my guest.

[@jwneuend]

Shannon, I probably enjoy your instructions the best. I will go to your URL to ask my questions. thanks.

[@HouseImprovements]

Here is a link here to the forum.www.house-improvements.com/forums/

[@Maxid1]

I'm in the process of turning a pink and grey tiled bathroom into a white and grey tiled bathroom. I'm spraying the tub with a white epoxy and then all the pink trim tiles. I'm pulling the grey and pink floor tiles and I'll backer board the floor before retiling with a tumbled white and grey marble 12x12 that is small tiles on the same matrix mesh you're dealing with. The old timers always used a beater block to set tile. I highly recommend a beater block to do floor tile with the matrix backed type tiles. That is if you want a flat floor when you're done...

[@HouseImprovements]

Yes for a floor you would have to use a "beater block" or it would never be flat.

[@oldarkie3880]

You need to protect the counter top. Also, use spacers next to counter top.

[@MikeWeatherley-j5g]

Great work man 👌🏽

[@321edr]

Why don't you maintain a space (1/8) between the mosaic tile and the granite counter ? What thin set will you use in a wet zone ? ( I believe kitchen is a wet zone)

[@fazilm1]

You always make it look so doable. Thanks again..👍 But I noticed you put the Mastic directly on the tiles whereas every other video I've seen shows putting on the wall and then sticking the tiles to it. Is there an advantage to your method? I rather like it better.....seems less messy...???

[@HouseImprovements]

You are correct , I just find it easier than spreading in on the wall in the awkward areas under the cabinets.

[@fazilm1]

@@HouseImprovements Shannon, for what it's worth, you take the mystery out of projects. Your channel has become my first go to place when I am contemplating a project. I built a large deck by following you. Thanks for making it easy...👍

[@JohnSmith-js3po]

Thanks I was thinking there was a better way to put on small pieces

[@AdamMargie4ever]

Great video and explanation!👍👍

[@RemodelingHQ]

Great Video Mosaic is very popular

[@SusanPariseau]

there are spacers for the switches. I purchased mine from Gordon Supply online. They are the size of the outlet box so now wires would be exposed which is a possibility when using the little cap pieces as spacers. Back buttering is when you put the putty on the back of the tiles. Terminology can be important so that we are all on the same page.

[@addiboy007]

I have 4mm thick mosaic tiles. Is it too thin for kitch backsplash?

[@drtomasdds]

Please help - There is laminate (formica) on my kitchen walls as a backsplash. I want to install subway tile or glass tile back splash. Do i need to remove the laminate (please say no) and do i need to use backer board. Thank you all in advance.

[@tobabyy]

love this!

[@100zorba]

merci! très instructif !

[@luperodriguez6657]

I'm thinking of putting on a backsplash I already got my granite countertops ....now to choose color to match my countertop...but yeah,thanks.

[@lexconor8498]

Perfect vid as I'm poised to mosaic-tile around a mirror to frame it. Do you recommend sanded or non-sanded grout on the glass tile? some say the sanded can scuff the tile...

[@purpledaze30]

Do you recommend keeping any of your extra backsplash? If so how much?

[@kiddan82]

I wish you could show grouting also

[@HouseImprovements]

Subscribe to our youtube channel and you will be notified when it comes out in a couple of days.

[@markGibby]

Would a mastic work for a Bathroom backsplash?

[@HouseImprovements]

yes.

[@retro1475]

Any plans on doing a video on doing a tile floor from start to finish thinking of doing it myself and would love to get some tips on how the process goes thanks Scott

[@HouseImprovements]

It is on our list but no set date yet sorry.

[@HouseImprovements]

Check out my flooring area on the website.www.house-improvements.com/flooring

[@Nvizn1]

What did you do with the gap at the top, between the tile and counter top? It appears a fairly good size and that's what I'm dealing with. Did you leave it, caulk or something else? Thanks.

[@HouseImprovements]

That gets a nice neat bead of silicone.

[@margaretmunoz9076]

a very clean excellent job question what is the glass tile cutter called and does it cut the metal, Very nice job. Thank You

[@HouseImprovements]

+Margaret Munoz Its just a glass cutter , no it does not cut the metal

[@منوعات-ل2ي7ب]

Do I need to to remove the painting first before laying my Mosaic? Thanks

[@HouseImprovements]

If the paint is not pealing or flaking you do not need to do anything.

[@منوعات-ل2ي7ب]

Thanks again

[@claudioccornejo]

how do you cut the stainless steel

[@HouseImprovements]

Most of theses tiles with stainless steel will cut with wet tile saw as it is really thin.

[@darrenvokey7733]

Hi...Was just wondering how you would cut the Metal pieces in the tiles....? Thank You.

[@HouseImprovements]

+Darren Vokey A wet saw will cut them, they are tile covered with a aluminum "skin"

[@sarahturner8954]

Will some sort of extender be needed in order to have the electrical outlets flush with the new tile backsplash?

[@HouseImprovements]

Yes you can use a box extension or if you are cheeper like me I use a 1/4" nut as a spacer between the receptacle and box , just place it around the mounting screw.

[@PatrickSteil]

Or just buy the extended screws. Just ask at your big box store.

[@kimberlydills4316]

I know this video is a few year old, but could you comment on the types of adhesive to use in mosaics that have different materials (glass, ceramic, natural stone)? I know that it is typically said not to use mastic under glass and to use a latex additive thin set, but my mosaic pieces have varied materials similar to the ones in this video. Is mastic ok to use since it is not all glass? Thanks so much!

[@HouseImprovements]

I would not be at all afraid to use mastic on a a glass mosaic or any other mosaic for that matter especially in a kitchen back splash. Larger format glass tiles i would not since it would never dry, but mosaics no problem.

[@kimberlydills4316]

@@HouseImprovements thank you so much, Shannon! I also wan't expecting such a fast response and feel better now knowing I was on the right path with the mastic to start with :) Warmest regards!

[@eohaver2]

what brand of mastic? Or does it really matter? thank you.

[@HouseImprovements]

+eohaver2 not really an issue, most are pretty good.

[@elainerivera2508]

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[@eohaver2]

HouseImprovements thank you. We have one hardware store in our tiny town, and it's quite good. I found some mastic there.

[@sheroki8]

I am planning to instAll backsplash in our kitchen.. I was wondering if I can install mosaic tiles with acrylpro into a painted wall with orangepeel texture?? Thanks for any help..

[@HouseImprovements]

It will not be perfect because of the pebble/orange peal texture but should be doable.

[@sheroki8]

+HouseImprovements so.. There wont be any problem?? What if i use a bondera a tile mat adhesive will it work better than using acrylpro? Thanks for the help..!

[@debbies.3030]

Hi, great video!! I am attempting my mosaic backsplash. I have about 1/2 brick on the main wall. It has been painted white but is a very heavy texture. It was here when I bought the house. I have removed to old countertop but the new tile is thinner than the brick. What do you recommend that I put on the drywall to make the tile flush with the brick? I will run a bead of silicon or acrylic between the brick and the tile. But what about the join of the tile and countertop? Is a clear acrylic or silicon how you finish it?

[@HouseImprovements]

+Debbie Sackiw Please use my forum for your questions. When you post there add information on the difference in thickness you need to make up between the tiles and brick please. www.house-improvements.com/forums/

[@debbies.3030]

+HouseImprovements Sorry, I couldn't find where to reply on your website. The difference in the thickness is 1/4 inch. Do you run a bead of silicon or acrylic at the join of the tile and countertop? Is one preferred over the other? Thanks!

[@isaiastapiabermudez]

that light back there looks like a shower head

[@Torrific68]

What is the name of that mosaic tile. I have been looking for that particular one. I love it! Please get back to me when you have a moment. Thanks :))

[@HouseImprovements]

Sorry but no idea anymore.

[@charlieday5871]

Why is your shirt so big? Also no shoes on? Lol

[@itslexiandgrace2259]

wtf