When redesigning the home, kitchen wall tiles are a great option to give that room a stylish facelift. There are thousands of designs and colors to choose from. Squares are often four inches square and are available at various prices. Take the time to choose the right design that is both attractive and practical.
There is a wide range of tiles to select from when searching online. You’ll get a much better deal by shopping through an internet business instead of a physical store. For one thing, you can look at options 24 hours a day without any sellers hanging over you.
Different types of kitchen wall tiles include glass flooring. These can be clear or tinted and have an attractive gloss effect when installed. Bubble tiles and frosted glass add a unique character to the overall look. Another type, glazed ceramic tiles, are made from clay that has a baked glaze that gives it a shiny appearance.
Different types of clay are used to make mosaics, and these are colored with a variety of colors so that the color spreads through the mosaic. If the tile is chipped, it is difficult to notice due to the constant color. Vinyl tiles are also offered for those on a budget, but great care must be taken with installation so they do not peel or leak.
It’s not uncommon for novice do-it-yourselfers to install floor tiles instead of kitchen wall tiles. Tiles for a wall are usually smoother than floor tiles and much more slippery when wet. Tiles typically tend to be thicker to withstand foot traffic and household furnishings. Wall tiles are more brittle and thin.
The Porcelain Enamel Institute (PEI) made a scale to reflect the strength and durability of a particular tile. Floor tiles typically have a PEI rating of 3 (residential flooring) to 5 (heavy industrial traffic). Wall tiles are rated from 0 to 2. The PEI rating should be printed on the box or you can contact the tile manufacturer to find out.
Installing kitchen wall pieces is not as difficult as it seems. She starts by patching holes and cleaning the wall. If you are making a mosaic, lay the tiles without mortar to get the desired pattern. You can cut it with a wet saw to make sure it fits. When placed on the edge of the wall, the cut pieces are much less obvious.
Spread a thin layer of mortar on the wall with a notched ridge trowel. Lay a tile on the wall and gently push it into the mortar. Put gaps between the tiles and make sure the tiles are level. As soon as the mortar dries, remove the spacers and work the grout between the tiles. After 15 minutes, use water and a sponge to clean. Stand back and admire your work!