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Step 14: Grout the Mosaic
At least 24 hours after installation when the adhesive has thoroughly dried, it’s time to grout. Refer to the chapter, Grouting, in my eBook
to learn everything you need to know to grout like an expert.
I planned to apply the same Mallard Green grout that I used for the rest of the ceramic tile backsplash, but I wasn’t absolutely sure it was
right for the mosaic colors. As described in the chapter on Color and Contrast, I decided to make a swatch to verify the look (see
Figure 23). I randomly glued several scrap pieces of glass to an old piece of backerboard, and then slopped on some grout. After several
hours of drying time, I confirmed that the dark green would look good. I didn’t want to stray from the existing grout color so I was
relieved to see that the Mallard Green grout looked good with the glass colors.
At least 24 hours after installation when the adhesive has thoroughly dried, it’s time to grout. Refer to the chapter, Grouting, in my eBook
to learn everything you need to know to grout like an expert.
I planned to apply the same Mallard Green grout that I used for the rest of the ceramic tile backsplash, but I wasn’t absolutely sure it was
right for the mosaic colors. As described in the chapter on Color and Contrast, I decided to make a swatch to verify the look (see
Figure 23). I randomly glued several scrap pieces of glass to an old piece of backerboard, and then slopped on some grout. After several
hours of drying time, I confirmed that the dark green would look good. I didn’t want to stray from the existing grout color so I was
relieved to see that the Mallard Green grout looked good with the glass colors.
| Figure 23. Use a Swatch to Verify the Grout Color |
Figure 24 shows a closeup view of the finished mosaic. Notice that the grout spacing between the glass and ceramic tile almost equals the
1/8-inch spacing between the individual ceramic tiles. The painters’ tape protected the microwave so everything looks clean and neat.
1/8-inch spacing between the individual ceramic tiles. The painters’ tape protected the microwave so everything looks clean and neat.
| Figure 24. Closeup of Finished Mosaic |
Figure 25 shows another view of the finished mosaic. Isn’t it amazing how something so plain can look so good? Nothing fancy, just a
simple border, simple flower pattern, and simple background. But it adds such a nice touch of charm and uniqueness to the kitchen.
simple border, simple flower pattern, and simple background. But it adds such a nice touch of charm and uniqueness to the kitchen.
| Figure 25. The Finished Mosaic Adds a Touch of Charm |
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