Glass tiles are gorgeous components that may be installed in several areas of a home. Because glass is translucent or clear, and and sometimes is fragile, it’s specific requirements required for its installation. Following correct methods can help decrease the probability of free or cracked tiles on the whole life of the installation, as well as remove shadows inside the glass.
Scoop a tiny bit of of white thin-set mortar, fortified with latex up, where the glass is going to be installed and distribute it onto the area.
Key the mortar on the substrate by raking tooth of the trowel till it becomes in thickness and depth.
Flip the trowel about and smooth the tops of tooth marks out in the mortar using the edge of the trowel. This can help avoid shadows and voids from displaying through translucent or clear glass. The voids will not be shown by glass.
A 2nd layer of thin-set mortar on the rear of the glass tile itself. Use the edge of the trowel to skim the mortar on the glass in a sleek, slim coat.
Press the tile to the mortar on the substrate in a slight angle and twist it. Press down on the glass to assist adhere it correctly onto the substrate.