Once securely on the wall, take your credit card or plastic smoother and press firmly to ensure the best possible adhesion. Check to make sure the edges are overlapped and aligned. When ready, apply the StickTILE to the wall. Use the cutting mat and box cutter to cut along the pencil lines and create a rectangular opening in the tile. Not a problem! Always turn off the power when working near electrical outlets. Next, remove the outlet cover on the wall using a screwdriver and measure the dimensions of the opening. Transfer the measurements to the back of the tile using your pencil. When installing peel and stick tiles, you may run into a power outlet on the wall. Step 4: Installing StickTILES Around A Power Outlet (if applies) Your peel and stick backsplash will quickly start to form.
Repeat these steps to continue tiling your wall. Apply light pressure so you can easily reposition and adjust the placement if needed. Once your peel and stick tile is securely on the wall, take your credit card or plastic smoother and press firmly to ensure the best possible adhesion. When certain of your tile’s placement, remove the outer layer of film. Interlocking or overlapping each StickTILE is very important to ensure even spacing and a seamless appearance. Take your StickTILE and align it with a previous tile already on the wall. Step 3: Interlocking StickTILES To Create a Backsplash RoomMates Pro Tip: Always apply the first StickTILES to the bottom corner of the wall and work your way up.įold the protective backing 1/3 rd of the way and peel off as you apply the tile to the wall for an even application. When finished, remove the outer layer of film on your tile. You have now successfully hung your first StickTILE!
When ready, apply your StickTILES to the wall. Press firmly once you are certain of placement with a credit card or plastic smoother to ensure best possible adhesion. You will notice an outer layer of film on your tile. Use your box cutter and ruler as your guide to cut a straight line. To create a straight edge, place the tile on your cutting mat. Some StickTILES have interlocking edges like the ones used here and may require a straight edge to align the first tile to the wall. Take the first tile and partially peel off the backing. Remove your StickTILES from the packaging. Now that you’ve prepared your wall, you are ready to install your StickTILES Peel and Stick Backsplash! Step 2:Installing Your First StickTILE Peel and Stick Backsplash Please note, if your walls are freshly painted, wait up to three weeks before applying tiles. While waiting for the wall to dry, use a pencil and ruler to lightly mark on the wall where each tile will be applied. After you’ve finished marking the wall, you are now ready to hang your peel and stick tiles! Let completely dry before hanging StickTILES. Use a small towel or cloth and all-purpose wall cleaner.
#How to install peel and stick tile backsplash lowes how to#
Follow these easy steps and watch our how to instructional videos as a guide. Makeover a room with RoomMates StickTILES, the easiest, fastest and most affordable way to tile a surface or create a backsplash! Here you will learn how to easily install StickTILES Peel & Stick Backsplashes in your own kitchen or bathroom.
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