At first, it might seem difficult to tile, because you have
never tiled before and you don’t want your kitchen to look like an amateur
experiment. Most people start small before tackling a huge tackling project.
Even though you should keep the big picture in mind, it’s a good idea to start
with a feasibility test. Is it feasible to start a huge tiling of a bathroom or
kitchen or is it more feasible to start with a new backsplash above your
counter? You want to start with a new backsplash because you’ll feel satisfied
with a first tiling job. Instead, if you work up to it, you’ll bring high
confidence to an old worn kitchen that is begging for a backsplash tile.
One of the easier ways to upgrade a tired kitchen is tiling
a backsplash. An intended result may be that you spend more time in the kitchen
trying out some awesome recipes on loved ones and friends. A professional can
charge about $20 per square foot for installing or you can install it yourself.
It’s a good first tiling job to begin with in any case. Plus, if you’re
practically minded, oil splatter above a stove and water damage by a sink
diminishes the quality of your kitchen walls.
Prepping and Picking
your favorite tile
There are a few styles to choose from. There are an
assortment of options, but make sure you research on the internet, at the library or
at a bookstore. One option is a living wall tile to help improve your air
quality in your kitchen. Mosaic tile sheets are the rage for many households
because the layout is easy and you can simply cut the mesh backing on the
sheets to fit the tile. The fun part begins with sorting through all the
various looks and materials manufacturers fashioned for you. Of the two types
of mosaic sheets—mesh-mounted mosaics and face-mounted—neither is more
complicated in terms of installation. Here is an excellent step-by-step on how
to install mosaic tile sheets for your backboard.[1]
Other options include: glass tile, backsplashes, ceramic, natural stone, mixed
material and glazed porcelain.
Prepping the wall involves four procedures: cleaning the
wall, sealing the seam between the wall and countertop, measuring, and turning
the circuit break off. More detailed descriptions can be found here.[2][3]
After you’ve picked your favorite tile and prepped the wall,
there are a number of how-to videos and how-to articles that walk you through
the installation process, including this one from Houzz.[4] I
particularly find this one useful, because it covers setting the tile, filling
the gaps, grouting, and cleaning the tiles.
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