![]() Remember a wet saw uses a diamond blade that actually grinds the tile or stone down using friction force. I used a tile saw to cut my tiles to size and around outlets.You can easily cut the tiles apart with scissors or a utility knife! So simple, right? In some instances I only needed one or two tiles at a time. This particular hex tile came in sets of 4 tiles together.Apply pressure to ensure maximum adhesion. ![]() Once its stuck to the wall, it’s very difficult to remove or adjust! Peel the backing of the tile and stick it to the wall! Tip: For this Peel & Stick Marble Tile Backsplash, or any project…the adhesive backing is very sticky, so make sure your placement is correct the first time.This ensures the project looks even when you get to the backsplash end at a cabinet or countertop line. This is where you will center the first tile to start the backsplash installation. Mark a line directly in the middle of the wall about the countertop.This will also ensure that each hex tile will fit together with no weird gaps or spaces between. Use a laser level to keep your pattern from sagging.Use a degreaser to clean surface especially if applying kitchen backsplash. Wipe down your surface making sure there is no dust, dirt, food, or grease on the wall.Other marble mosaic options (not peel & stick) Peel & Stick Tile Backsplash Tutorial I actually picked up several marble mosaic samples for my laundry room backsplash, only to discover that this one had a peel & stick backing! My original plan was to purchase this Muscle Bound adhesive tile mat to apply to my wall, turning any tile option into a glorified sticker, but when I discovered a peel & stick section of tile options that already had this adhesive on the back, I jumped all over it! Get ready to have your mind blown!įor my first BIG tile project, I was so excited to find this beautiful Bianca marble Hex tile at Floor & Decor. Peel & Stick tile…is it as good as it sounds? My answer is emphatically YES! I’m answering all your questions about this Peel & Stick Marble Tile Backsplash and even sharing a full tutorial on how to install it. Smooth the surface with the edge of a credit card or the ruler.This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Floor & Decor. Remove part of the back sheet and adhere the backsplash to the wall, pulling off more of the back sheet as you adhere the backsplash to the wall. ![]() Measure the space carefully, and use a ruler and box cutter to cut the amount you’ll need for the space. Use a cleaning spray or soap and water to remove any gunk from the wall and let it dry. To apply peel-and-stick backsplash tiles, start with a clean surface. Luckily, most of the instructions for installation are in the name! How to install peel-and-stick backsplash tile If potential buyers see a peel-and-stick backsplash, they might wonder about other corners you’ve cut in the home, he adds. “Today’s buyers are savvier and much better at spotting cheap, quick fixes,” reports Cedric Stewart, a real estate agent and founder of the Entourage Residential Group with Keller Williams Capital Properties in Washington, DC. Unless it has permanent adhesive, “anything peel-and-stick might fall off the wall or do damage to the surface behind it,” says Liz Toombs, owner of PDR Interiors.Īnd if you plan on moving in the near future, think twice about using peel-and-stick tile for a DIY backsplash. “In this case, you’re not saving money on the tile,” Chiarilli says.Īnother potential downside? The adhesive, especially on renter-friendly tiles that are meant to be removed, can wear down, especially in a kitchen where there’s a lot of moisture. ![]() Of course, you can pay for higher-quality kits (e.g., metal or glass), but the price can run up to $25 per square foot. “The thinnest peel-and-stick kits won’t give you any of the depth you’d see with real tile or brick,” says Chiarilli. ![]() When it comes down to it, peel-and-stick backsplash tile isn’t the real deal, which, some decor experts believe, can make it look cheap. The cons of peel-and-stick backsplash vs. “If you’re looking for a quick update at a good price, a peel-and-stick backsplash fits the bill,” says Chiarilli. All you have to do is measure the space, peel off the backing, and stick the tile sheet to the wall. They’re also far less difficult to install than traditional tile, which requires hours of time and lots of materials (e.g., mortar, grout, tile spacers, etc.). They’re “great for renters, provided the material is removable,” adds Karen Gray-Plaisted of KGP Design Solutions. Claim home Peel-and-stick tile is ideal for people who can’t (or don’t want to) install permanent decor in their home. Claim your home to stay up-to-date of your home‘s value and equity. ![]()
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