Lowes has a great selection of different tiles. With a Lowes Money Saving Coupon from We Are Coupons tiles cost less at Lowes. Tile is a great way to add color, texture and design to your home. It can also protect your walls and floors from water damage.
There are different types of tile and each one has its own uses, appearance, durability and maintenance needs. Learn about them and you can better choose the right tile for your home.
Mosaic Tiles
Mosaic tiles are a popular decorative element that adds visual interest to any space. They can be made from glass, porcelain or natural stone. They can be used on floors, walls, countertops or backsplashes and create an intricate design effect that makes the room look luxurious.
They are available in different colors and styles, making them a great choice for any home. They are durable and easy to clean, which means they will last a long time.
The earliest mosaics were made out of pieces of stone, glass or ceramic that were set in mortar to form a picture. They were used as art for thousands of years and have been prized for their beauty in many cultures around the world.
Modern mosaics are composed of convenient sheets of small tiles conveniently pre-attached to a mesh backing and offer a faster and simpler way to install an elegant and beautiful mosaic design. They are especially useful when you want to achieve a complex pattern that would be difficult to execute using individual tiles.
These tiles are often used on walls, but they can also be used for flooring, especially if the floor has an irregular surface. The installation of these tiles requires careful planning and accurate measurements, as each piece needs to be properly grouted to avoid leaks or cracks.
Depending on the material and style of the tile, you may need to use an underlayment before you begin installing it. Cement board is the most common underlayment for this type of tile, but in non-wet areas, plywood or wallboard can be used as well.
Once the underlayment is in place, use thin-set mortar or adhesive to lay the mosaic sheets. Be sure to plan the layout of the sheets, repositioning them until they are in the right position.
After every few sheets are laid, "set" them by tapping each sheet into the thin-set, flattening the surface and ensuring that the gaps between sheets are exactly the same as the gaps between tiles within each sheet. This ensures that the entire tile field will not ripple or slip.
