Installation of Mosaic Glass Tile Kitchen Backsplash Installation Episode 2

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Channel: U Do It · 2016 · Science & Technology

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This video demonstrates the installation of American Olean Mosaic Chateau Emperador (Stone and Glass) tile as a kitchen backsplash. Total cost of materials $250 and my sweat labor.

0:00 Intro
0:26 Sizing up tile to determine cuts to be made for 2nd course
0:55 Installation of piece wrapping around window sill
1:17 Installation of last piece on right side of window which was cut flush and installed with a 1/4" reveal
2:00 Cleanup of excess tile adhesive with wet sponge
2:08 Installation of outlet/switch coverplates
2:23 Apply the tile adhesive for 2nd course on left side of window 
3:07 Removing excess tile adhesive using a v-notch trowel
3:41 Installation of 2nd course on left side of window leaving 1/4" reveal between corner of window opening and edge of tile
4:44 Installation of outlet/switch coverplates
5:05 Protecting countertop by ensuring the plastic completely covers it
5:25 Installation of final sheet of tile
6:39 Fill in the gaps with pieces of tile following the pattern
8:00 Overview of completed work

Next up: complete the adjacent wall

Music:
Realm (Loop) [Free/Libre Music] by CyberSDF is licensed under a  Creative Commons License.
https://soundcloud.com/cybersdf/realm

Background Video:
https://youtu.be/OJar8eAv2PA

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