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| Backsplash Installation |
| This DIY kit brought to you by Lowe's will show you how to put in a decorative tile backsplash. |
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Materials: Decorative tile
Acrylic tile mastic
Grout and grout float
Tile cutter
V-notched trowel
Spacers
Caulking gun and caulk
Tape measure
Safety glasses
80-grit sandpaper
Sponge
Soft cloth - Begin by sanding the area to rough up the surface and help the mastic bond.
- Find and mark a vertical line through the exact center of the section.
Note: For this particular project we did a diamond pattern. - Pre-cut several tiles along the diagonal for the bottom row. Tile mastic, instead of thinset mortar, is used to adhere tile to a vertical space.
- Scoop out some mastic with the edge of the v-notched trowel and apply it with a sweeping motion to the wall (figure A).
- Set the first triangular piece, lining up the point with the vertical line.
- Continue applying tiles with spacers (figure B) to complete your pattern.
- Mark and cut tiles as needed to go around corners and outlets, and use molding or bullnose to finish off any open edges.
- After the tile dries overnight, mix the grout. There are many different colors to choose from -- even some with additives or membranes that inhibit mold growth and prevent water damage.
- When applying the grout to the tile, make sure you pack it deeply into the joints (figure C). Don't grout the seams next to the countertop and cabinets.
- When finished carefully wipe the surface using a wet sponge and rinse frequently.
- Allow the grout to set and then buff the tiles with a soft cloth.
- Finally, caulk around the edges.
Your new tile backsplash will be a functional and attractive accent to your kitchen!
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