Step 7: Clean tiles with a wet rag and add grout When your mortar is set, use a wet rag to clean the tiles. If you didn’t purchase pre-mixed grout, go ahead and mix up a batch. It’s easy to apply with a grout floater, but if you don’t have one, you can improvise with something like a putty knife, just make sure whatever tool you use will smooth the grout out evenly. Then take your large sponge to wipe off any excess grout. Keep a large bowl nearby so you can rinse the sponge out as needed. When the water becomes dirty, dump it out and refill it with fresh water. Be sure to clean your tiles immediately so you don’t get “grout haze”, which refers to the cloudy appearance tiles take on from the grout if they aren’t washed promptly. To finish off the edges of your new backsplash, you can either use a tile Schluter edge or simply apply a line of grout. Love the idea of a new backsplash but feel you don’t have the time to go the traditional route? Or perhaps you’re the kind of person who likes to redecorate often. Peel and stick backsplash tile may be just what you need! It comes in a variety of patterns from subway brick to mosaics and geometric shapes and is incredibly easy to install. Want a New Backsplash Without All the Tools and Preparation?
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