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amanda_pandemonium t1_itmcrt6 wrote

We started tearing out our backsplash tile (metal tiles) and I was wondering, can we apply thinset over this? We'd like to use the backsplash that comes on a mesh sheet. https://imgur.com/ul3Gkmb.jpg

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Razkal719 t1_itnd8vn wrote

After you've removed the tile, cut or scrape any hanging bits of paper off. Then paint the paper and any exposed areas of drywall core with PVA primer. Then you can use thinset. Although for backsplashes I prefer to use mastic, you can apply it with an 1/8" V groove trowel and avoid it pushing through the grout lines on the mosaic tiles. Also the OmniGrip brand is very sticky and so holds the individual small tiles better than thinset.

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amanda_pandemonium t1_itnzw3r wrote

Thank you! I wasn't sure how to prep this but having it professionally redone isn't in the budget this year.

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