fixing mosaic wall tiles

[handygary]

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Hi can some one give me some advice on the best how to fix small mosaic tiles to the wall, they come on the square sheet with the netting on the back. Is it best to insert tile spacers between each tile before offering it up to the wall? also the shower enclosure has not been erected, would this need to be put in place 1st? any advice would be greatfully received. many thanks Gary

 

[jefoss]

with mosaics you need to not put spacers inbetween each individual tile, you should use a small notched trowell go to any tile store and ask them for one they are not expensive they have small notches so when you press the tiles up to the wall all the adhesive doesnt come through and your forever cleaning it before it sets.




as for the shower enclosure, its best to do that as a finishing result otherwise it may just get in your way

 

[gcol]

And use an adhesive designed for mosaics with a higher grab - like Bal Mosaic-fix.

 

[amsie]

I wouldent bother with Bal Mosaic-Fix, unless your minted and can afford to waste money. Supergrip will be fine.

Use the mosaic notched trowel as recommended, pat down firmly with grout float, and wipe away excess adhesive with wet sponge.

Make sure walls are smooth and square, or your mosaics will look rubbish!

Good luck with the grouting

 

[nicktiler]

I wouldent bother with Bal Mosaic-Fix, unless your minted and can afford to waste money. Supergrip will be fine.

Use the mosaic notched trowel as recommended, pat down firmly with grout float, and wipe away excess adhesive with wet sponge.

Make sure walls are smooth and square, or your mosaics will look rubbish!

Good luck with the grouting

Hi,this advice is probably too late...
Make sure walls are flat and suitable for mosaics.
Ideally start tiling from the top of the wall & work down,gravity is on your side.
On each row, do not line your sheets up vertically, instead, overlap ( cross bond ) when grouted the joint lines will not be visible