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Create a Mosaic in Floor Tile by Vicky Smith
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Installing a mosaic pattern in the middle of a tile floor is a great way to add some drama and character to your floors. Create a mosaic in your foyer to create a more dramatic entry. Add a medallion or monogram in your master bath. Lay a mosaic pattern out to resemble a rug in the middle of your dining room. Your mosaic pattern choices are limited only by your own creativity. Plan for your mosaic before laying out the other ceramic floor tile. Install your ceramic tile floors and leave enough room for the mosaic pattern. Instructions as follows: Firstly, roll out a piece of butcher paper on the floor next to the mosaic. The paper should be slightly larger than the area of flooring you plan to fill. Sketch your mosaic design onto the paper to create a template. Secondly, lay out the tiles on the butcher paper. Use tessarae, or mosaic, that is the same thickness as your ceramic tile or use pieces of the ceramic in lieu of tessarae. Trim pieces of tile that need to be cut with tile nippers. Create a mock-up of your design on the butcher paper. Thirdly, spread ¼ inch of cement-based mortar over the floor space with a trowel. Work in small, six foot by six foot sections at a time to prevent the mortar from drying before the tiles are set. Fourthly, set the mosaic pieces gently in the mortar to match your template design. Leave enough space, roughly 1/4 inch, between the tiles for grout. Most mosaics are set freehand without tile spacers but spacers can be used to help provide enough space for the grout. Move and arrange the pieces until you are pleased with the design. Press the tiles firmly into the mortar. Let the mortar dry. Fifthly, spread grout across the mosaic tiles with a grout float. Choose a grout color that matches the grout used on the rest of the floor or add contrast by using a different color. Smooth the grout into any open spaces between the mosaic pattern tiles. Let the grout set for 15 to 20 minutes. Sixthly, dip a sponge into clean water and ring it out until damp. Wipe away any grout and mortar residue from the surface of the mosaic tiles with the damp sponge. Rinse the sponge often. Completely remove all traces of mortar and grout. Avoid working the sponge in between the tiles, as that can weaken the grout lines. Seventhly, buff the surface of the tiles with a soft cloth or newspaper to remove any haze left on the surface of the tile. Let the grout dry overnight. Tips & Warnings Tile and grout sealant can be applied to the mosaic to protect it from stains and dirt. Sealants can also be used to bring out the shine in glass tiles. Sealants are available in matte or gloss finishes. Finally, let me have a short conclusion. As a renowned business E-platform of promoting stone industry, we are in possession of a powerful technology group and high-efficiency operations management system. If you are really interested in us and want to consult us freely, you can also see chair or become a loyal follower of us by @ https://twitter.com/stonebtb.
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