How do I apply a peel & stick vinyl tile to a glass tile backsplash?
I am using STAINMASTER Charlotte 1-piece 9-in x 9-in Groutable Black and White Peel and Stick Vinyl Tiles to cover a backsplash in my kitchen. I notice they are not adhering to the glass tile backsplash too easily. I read online with the peel & stick tiles, I could not use an extra adhesive product. I cleaned the tile really good before applying the tiles also. I am now applying one tile a day peeling off backing then use a hair dryer to heat the back of tile sticky part then apply to wall. It sticks! Then I use a filled water bottle & place it against tile so it does not fall off wall. My question is: Is there another way? I was thinking of NOT peeling the back of tile, keeping paper intact, then using an adhesive product. Do you think that is a better solution? Any suggestions are welcome! Thank you!
Hi Theresa I think if I was in your boat I would finally just give up and using something like either liquid nails or gorilla glue. Liquid nails has a denser and stickier quality so that will help hold it in place while it dries. Yes, I would still remove the paper backing.
Rather than using a hair dryer I have put the tiles in a VERY LOW TEMPERATURE oven (150 - 200) just enough to peel and be sticky enough to apply easily!
The glass tile or any old tile should be removed before new tile is installed. Any tile needs a smooth flat surface to adhere. Especially peel and stick. The sticky backing will not get full coverage.
Hi Theresa, the existing tile should be cleaned with TSP and dried, if you don't plan on keeping the old tile, you can rough it up with a medium grit sandpaper, make sure you clean it up well. Good luck!