Fix your straight length of timber batten to the wall you are going to tile.
Wall glass tile installation.
Glass tile is a very finicky type of ti.
To apply hold the trowel at 45 degree angle and use the notched edge to make ridges in the mastic.
The batten should run the full length of the wall and be positioned with the top edge one tile width plus one grout joint width above the floor or work surface.
Because of the fragile nature of glass tile however installers need to take additional precautions to.
Thinset mortar should cover the entire area behind the tile but there is a chance a small spot could be missed.
It s important to use white adhesive because any color behind the tile will show through the glass.
Next push the tiles firmly into the mortar and continue applying the mortar and tiles in 3 inch by 3 inch spaces.
To install glass tiles start by spreading the mortar on the wall in a 3 inch by 3 inch space.
This provides added protection against bleed through of markings or old paint.
Glass tile installation is similar to methods used for ceramic porcelain and natural stone.
Use a 3 16 v notched trowel to spread white tile mastic adhesive on the wall.
Then make straight parallel lines in the mortar by pressing into it with a notched trowel to help the tiles stick to the wall.
If you are planing to install glass tile then there are a few things you need to know before you start your install.