| Setting Subway Tile in a Brick Pattern |
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From "Kitchen Renovations"
episode DKTN-608 |
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Subway tile provides an urban-chic look and is easy to care for.
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Materials: tape measure
1x ledger board
impact driver
screws
level
putty knife
tile
mastic
3/16-inch V-notched trowel
spacers
wet saw Steps: 1. Measure up from the cabinets for the thickness of the countertops and attach a ledger board at that height. 2. Scrape the wall with a putty knife to be sure you have a smooth, even surface to work with.
If the tile runs behind the refrigerator, start at the opposite end with a full tile in the corner. 3. Set the first row of tiles so they will run about 6 inches beyond the edge of the refrigerator.
Use tile spacers to ensure even spacing. Spread the mastic with a 3/16-inch V-notched trowel held at a 45-degree angle. The grooves allow for air to get under the tile and harden the mastic. 4. For a classic brick pattern, start the second row with a tile cut in half and continue the row with full tiles. Use a wet saw to cut the tiles. Resource: subway tile
Rubble Tile
Website: www.rubbletile.com woven wood shades
Budget Blinds
Website: www.budgetblinds.com windows
A-Craft Windows
Minneapolis, Minn.
Phone: (612) 722-7255 refrigerator, dishwasher, range, microwave
DCS By Fisher Paykel
Website: www.dcsappliances.com countertop wine chiller
Danby Appliances
Website: www.danby.com
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