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Mosaic Tile Backsplashes - Important Tips For Installers!
One of the best advantages of using these nature-made tiles is the fact that anyone can use them: from home-makers to professional interior designers.
The following review will show you how you can easily use these unique nature-made panels.
Short overview Mosaic Tile Backsplashes are made of grouped unified natural pebbles that are glued onto a 12" x 12" mesh back.
There are numerous sources for these special polished stones; however it seems like the Indonesian islands provide the largest selection, what explains their growing popularity.
What are the most popular applications? Here are some of them: Flooring (including patios), bathrooms, backsplashes, kitchen walls, and much more.
Main advantages When we examine the advantages and benefits provided by this tiling technique, we find the following: * Durable to any extreme temperatures such as around fireplaces and stoves for example.
* Can be used for virtually unlimited applications at home, in the office, restaurants, hotels, etc.
* Their surfaces are flush and, in fact, are safer to walk on than most conventional hard flooring as they offer more traction to prevent slipping.
Important tips! * When you prepare the grout avoid adding too much water in the initial mix - that additional water can result in weak grout that can flake.
* To appreciate the beauty of these nature-made panels, it is recommended on removing the excess grout with a wet sponge.
After all, you want to expose as much of the stones as possible.
* Epoxy based grouts are considered stronger than conventional grout, however take in mind that they are less forgiving to the ignorant installer.
Final words Mosaic Tile Backsplashes remodeling probably provides more decorative opportunities than any other tiling method available today.
It won't be that difficult to find other great advantages provided by this simple tiling method, simply because you quickly discover the wide variety and opportunities provided by these nature-made panels.
For a smooth and successful installation it is recommended to keep the above advices just before you start installing.