![]() ![]() When applying the tiles, I found it helpful to peel a bit away from the top first and line the tile up. Measure how much you will have to cut off of the tiles and cut away. Yep, you don’t even need to use a box cutter as they suggest on the packaging – a sharp pair of heavy scissors will work just fine. Okay the BEST part about these particular kitchen tile stickers is this: You can use scissors to cut them to the right size. Apply Peel and Stick Backsplash Tile Stickers There were a few grease spots I needed to clean as well with a standard household cleaner. I had to pull some peeling paint off and wipe down the surface with a cloth. You will need to remove any peeling paint and dust from the surface to which you want to apply the tiles. Preparing To Use Peel And Stick Glass Tile I suggest ordering an extra tile just in case you mess up with one (I did have to throw one away). You can use these measurements to determine how many tiles you need to order for the space you measured. These particular tiles are 10.2 inches by 9.1 inches. You can find all of the Smart Tile Home Depot carries here. I got a great deal on them when they were on sale for only $5 per tile. I used these large Smart Tiles from Home Depot in Murano Metallic Black, Grey, and White. At first my plan was only to cover the area directly behind my sink.īut that looked so good that I ended up covering the whole front wall! Finding The Right Kitchen Tile Stickers I wanted to cover some ugly drywall and paint that kept peeling behind my sink. You’ll want to measure in inches – how long and how tall. Measure Your Backsplash Spaceįirst, you’ll want to measure the space you want to cover with your kitchen tile stickers. Reference the photo above for an example of a typical backsplash installation. If you have tall cabinets then you will have a larger backsplash area to cover. ![]() Well, I learned that typically a backsplash will extend along the length of a counter top and up to the bottom of the cabinets. I was able to cover the space behind my sink for less than $50 with these amazing tiles and a pair of scissors… read on for my review! Where Should My Peel and Stick Backsplash Go?įirst you might be wondering (like I was) where exactly should a kitchen back splash begin and end? In this post, I’ll walk you through how to install a peel and stick backsplash yourself. ![]() Maybe I could actually DIY my backsplash! When I discovered affordable kitchen tile stickers I found hope. However I definitely couldn’t do a real glass tile backsplash by myself and I was pretty sure I couldn’t afford anything that would look decent. I was so tired of staring at the plain painted wall while I washed dishes. I have been wanting to put a backsplash up behind my kitchen sink for years. How to install a DIY peel and stick backsplash with just a pair of scissors and a tape measure. ![]()
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