When you lay tile your first need to plan out your design first. We figured out where we wanted each tile and then began to do the cutting. You do need to have a wet tile saw. We started cutting and laid out all the tile for the kitchen. After we were please with the layout we took the tile off so that we could start spreading the mortar around. After each placement we needed to use the level to check for accuracy.
After the tile had set for at least 24 hours we could begin grouting. The grout has a similar consistency to peanut butter. We spread it all over and wiped it off. It then, needed to set for 24 hours before we could seal it.
Mike and I had struggled finding a backsplash we liked and wasn’t too expensive. We had no luck at tile stores. We were a bit discouraged but then realized we had enough tile left to create a 6 inch tall backsplash design. Mike cut the leftover pieces into 1, 2, or 3 inch tall pieces. The length varied… and it looks great!
To finish off the counters we did a trim border around everything. This was cheaper than purchasing bullnose granite pieces and easier.
We also purchased a new sink! it is awesome and deep! I can actually fit my pots and pans in the sink with room to spare!
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