Install A Marble Backsplash

Create a focal point between your cabinetry and countertop by tiling a backsplash along the wall.

Install a marble backsplash.

Sand walls before installing marble kitchen backsplash. We ll break down the traditional installation of a tile backsplash for those looking to do it the hard way or who plan to hire a professional and want to better understand the process. Thin set mortars require mixing which will add time and labor to your project compared to a. Using an orbital sander go over all the areas where tile will be applied to smooth out any high spots and create a more tactile surface for applying mortar.

Clean and prep the wall. I was thinking subway tile from the very beginning but when i saw this beautiful carrara marble subway tile at the tile store i was absolutely sold. If i was doing a subway tile backsplash or something more square i would ve stayed with the tried and true mastic to wall technique. Though the hexagon tile was beautiful it was a little more tedious to install so for this house donnie requested a simpler shape which was fine with me because i wanted to go with a more classic look anyway.

After sanding areas where tile will be applied clean up. Camille smith clean up dust before applying tile backsplash. How to install a tile backsplash.