How To Cut Mosaic Backsplash Wall Tiles

Make sure that your tile lay out matches the dimensions of your.

How to cut mosaic backsplash wall tiles.

Mark the tiles that will get in the way of cabinets and corners. Lay out your tiles on the counter table or floor. Place a cut sheet into the adhesive on the wall pressing gently at first just to keep it from sliding. Put on some eye and respiratory.

Cut through the mesh between the tiles with heavy duty scissors where the markings are only on the mesh. Cutting standard tiles 1. For sheets of mosaic tiles most of your cutting will be done to the mesh mat that holds the tile. A glass diamond blade will create a smoother cut in the tile and ensure an even edge.

Lay the mosaic tile sheet flat on a cutting board. Use a glass tile blade on the wet saw to cut your tile. Spread the sheet so the backing lies smooth among the tiles. 2 slice along the backing between two rows of tiles with a sharp utility knife to cut.

Check the dimensions of your wall against your. Make sure to allow for any spacers and expansion joints that will. To cut around obstacles like outlets you can mark the tiles for cutting by applying lipstick to the outlet and pressing the tile or mosaic of tiles in position over it. Glass tile blades have a finer and softer blade which means it will take longer to pass through the saw but will result in a better edge on the glass tile pieces you cut.

Measure the space where the tiles must fit.