It's a good idea to check with manufacturers' installation instructions before you start. Mastic is a poor choice for glass. That product calls for a white modified thinset, not Acrylipro...mastic can yellow over time causing discoloration among other things.
The mastic is not directly contacting the glass due to the skin and mesh on the back side of the mosaic. Therefore discoloration is not an issue. The mastic actually works very well as this is not considered a "wet" installation.
ok, not trying to start an internet fight...just passing along industry and manufacturers standards. If the tile itself isn't getting at least 80% coverage (which is the minimum in dry areas) I would change the way you're installing. Relying on only the mesh to hold your tile is a bad idea. But hey you're free to install however you like, just trying to pass on knowledge I've gained from others
discoloration does not matter as there is a backing sheet on the mosaic, you do not see the mastic at all after grouting. I agree, white modified thinset is probably the "best" thing to use but mastic is the easiest, especially for first timers.
Yes I agree thin set is the recommended way, but a good white mastic works fine on a backsplash with glass that has a white backing. As long as you have good coverage and your not building up with extra mastic, what really going to happen? Theres no way the tile is going to fall off the wall and your really not going to see the glue thru the tile.....can you imagine first timers using thinset? Thinset on drywall will dry up alot faster and gives them no time to adjust sheets, so I think it's fine. Would never use it exterior or in showers, but a backsplash, why not? I know it's not recommended and so many say dont use it, but tell me what will really happen in this application if it is used?
Wow..ganda ng tiles na napili and galing naman...ikaw na talga..jack of all trades..👏👏👏👏
Excellent video. Thanks for putting the time into showing how it is done. I think even I could do this now.
I'm about to install this exact tile from Home Depot. Can't believe this popped jnto my feed. Lol
Great video!
Excellent job dude
Backsplash has been installed over 2 years ago and still perfect. No issues.Yes, I did caulk the base.
there should be a gap between the bottom row of tiles and the counter. This is an area the then should be filled with caulking.
Very clear instructions. Thank you!
Sounded like he was using a sanded grout. He didn’t specify, but never on glass
Awesome DIY video.
It's a good idea to check with manufacturers' installation instructions before you start. Mastic is a poor choice for glass. That product calls for a white modified thinset, not Acrylipro...mastic can yellow over time causing discoloration among other things.
The mastic is not directly contacting the glass due to the skin and mesh on the back side of the mosaic. Therefore discoloration is not an issue. The mastic actually works very well as this is not considered a "wet" installation.
ok, not trying to start an internet fight...just passing along industry and manufacturers standards. If the tile itself isn't getting at least 80% coverage (which is the minimum in dry areas) I would change the way you're installing. Relying on only the mesh to hold your tile is a bad idea. But hey you're free to install however you like, just trying to pass on knowledge I've gained from others
discoloration does not matter as there is a backing sheet on the mosaic, you do not see the mastic at all after grouting. I agree, white modified thinset is probably the "best" thing to use but mastic is the easiest, especially for first timers.
Ryan Mckee yes sir
Yes I agree thin set is the recommended way, but a good white mastic works fine on a backsplash with glass that has a white backing. As long as you have good coverage and your not building up with extra mastic, what really going to happen? Theres no way the tile is going to fall off the wall and your really not going to see the glue thru the tile.....can you imagine first timers using thinset? Thinset on drywall will dry up alot faster and gives them no time to adjust sheets, so I think it's fine. Would never use it exterior or in showers, but a backsplash, why not? I know it's not recommended and so many say dont use it, but tell me what will really happen in this application if it is used?
Looks nice!
Doing a similar installation with the same tiles and was wondering if there was caulking involved?
I did not use any caulking, just grout.
What if my backing is that orange peel look ? How would I install on that ?
What if I don’t the cutter machine ?? 😕😕😕
You can get a wet saw at lowes for 60.00 dollars.
Beautiful how can i hire u ?
Dascool
pls post something
What a joke.