How To Install Wall Tile With Mesh Backing

Mark a straight board using the tile and spacers for the vertical layout.

How to install wall tile with mesh backing.

Cut the mesh with scissors to trim the sheets to size and remove tiles for the areas where outlets are installed. Get the right substrate. Understand the pattern of the mesh backed tile and how that pattern works with the. Mark the wall at the top of the tile.

Hold it up to the wall to check. Comb the thinset in one direction using a notched trowel with the recommended size teeth. Then use a level to extend the line along the work area. Generally speaking any vertical tile installation should be done on cement board or.

Have the right. Mesh backing lets you install the tiny glass tiles as a single sheet 1. When the skim coat has set i give it a light sanding to make sure there are no ridges or bumps. Apply thin set adhesive to the wall using a notched trowel.

Cut any individual tiles to fit the edges of the installation with tile nippers. Mark electrical outlets by applying lipstick to the outlets then press the sheet of tile against it to transfer the mark to the back of the tile. Position the sheet on the wall and press it into the wet thin set adhesive. Start by spreading a thin even layer of thinset on the wall.