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How to install wall tile with mesh backing.
Generally speaking any vertical tile installation should be done on cement board or.
Mesh backing lets you install the tiny glass tiles as a single sheet 1.
Position the sheet on the wall and press it into the wet thin set adhesive.
Cut any individual tiles to fit the edges of the installation with tile nippers.
How to install mesh backed tile step 1.
Get the right substrate.
Apply thin set adhesive to the wall using a notched trowel.
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.
Cut the mesh with scissors to trim the sheets to size and remove tiles for the areas where outlets are installed.
Comb the thinset in one direction using a notched trowel with the recommended size teeth.
Hold it up to the wall to check.
Mark a straight board using the tile and spacers for the vertical layout.
Start by spreading a thin even layer of thinset on the wall.
When the skim coat has set i give it a light sanding to make sure there are no ridges or bumps.
Mark the wall at the top of the tile.
Then use a level to extend the line along the work area.