How To Cut Mosaic Backsplash Wall Tiles

2 slice along the backing between two rows of tiles with a sharp utility knife to cut.

How to cut mosaic backsplash wall tiles.

Place a cut sheet into the adhesive on the wall pressing gently at first just to keep it from sliding. To cut around obstacles like outlets you can mark the tiles for cutting by applying lipstick to the outlet and pressing the tile or mosaic of tiles in position over it. Cutting standard tiles 1. Cut through the mesh between the tiles with heavy duty scissors where the markings are only on the mesh.

Pry tiles off the mesh where the marked line barely. Make sure to allow for any spacers and expansion joints that will. A glass diamond blade will create a smoother cut in the tile and ensure an even edge. Use a glass tile blade on the wet saw to cut your tile.

Glass tile blades have a finer and softer blade which means it will take longer to pass through the saw but will result in a better edge on the glass tile pieces you cut. Put on some eye and respiratory. For sheets of mosaic tiles most of your cutting will be done to the mesh mat that holds the tile. Mark the tiles that will get in the way of cabinets and corners.

Check the dimensions of your wall against your. Spread the sheet so the backing lies smooth among the tiles. Lay the mosaic tile sheet flat on a cutting board. Measure the space where the tiles must fit.

Make sure that your tile lay out matches the dimensions of your.