Can I install glass subway tiles over a granite backsplash?
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Ana Bacallao
When we had our granite countertops installed we took it up the backsplash all the way to the cabinets, we refreshing our kitchen now and are having the kitchen cabinets painted. I thought about ripping out the backsplash but could run he danger of damaging the counter tops. Do you think we can install subway glass tiles over the granite? What would be the best bond?
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Not a general practice, but it can be done. Make sure the back splash is clean and flat. Roughen the surface with some 120 grit sandpaper. Just to remove some of the shine. Clean again. Use tile mastic to apply the subway tile. Do not use thinset. It will react with the granite..... http://forevercottage.blogspot.com/2012/02/will-break-diy-rules-for-subway-tile.html
Its all about prepping your surface you need to do is break the surface (scratches) of the granite so that the tile can adhere. Good luck!!!
I've decided to leave the backsplash alone because once the cabinets were painted, everything is just lighter and looks nice and clean. I just saved some money which I can reuse doing something else.