How to install a zellige tile backsplash - DIY no grout?!
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- Опубликовано: 15 окт 2024
- How to install a zellige tile backsplash is easy and moves very quickly once you have your pieces cut and the right tools. This is not true Zellige tiIe, but is a great alternative to achieve the same look for a fraction of the price. I didn't use grout as it creates a more raw look but some people have grout as a must for backsplashes. This is an easy DIY project completed in one day. Joanna Gaines would be proud.
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Zellige Tile: www.tileforles...
Omnigrip adhesive for tile: www.homedepot.... or maybe this if you're tied to Amazon just get a pre mixed tile adhesive amzn.to/3zVF3f1
Wet Tile saw: amzn.to/3C00pcZ
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Milwaukee Bit Set (mine is no longer available): amzn.to/2Q8REqP
Putty knife (this is a good set): amzn.to/3BZT8dc
Voltage Tester (not mine but this would work great): amzn.to/3ueC5yO
Makita Drill: amzn.to/2Wb37Kf
Stanley Lever Lock measuring tape: amzn.to/2zSzSTk
Husky utility knife: amzn.to/2w8JJ63
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Warner Bent Pole Scraper: amzn.to/2XYvBWT
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The way you FF through the work details, but don’t skip it 👌 thank you!!!
Thanks for watching and commenting!!
Looks great! Can’t believe I hadn’t heard of this style before and no sponging grout 17 times! Awesome!
Thanks Jason!! It's the new subway tile. I'm sure as more and more people watch some of the latest fixer upper episodes, they will want to do this. Appreciate the comment!
I couldn't believe the result ! Just one word - Wow 👏👏👏
Thank you thank you!
I’ve had my zellige tiles just sitting in my garage for a couple months now, this made me want to start doing it lol!
Dooooo iittttt!!
Same here. I was waiting for my hood install that happened today.
Oooh I wanna see ! What do they like ok like?
Great video, so concise. I heard everything I needed to hear in a much shorter amount of time. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watching and commenting! Appreciate it :)
Loved how quick the video moved 👌 but bro, you need to grout. Tiles can fall off over time, also needs to be a gap between benchtop and tile ti allow for movement and also prevent tiles cracking or falling off. Keen to know how it’s lasted. Other great to watch x
I posted a 1 year later video. I don't technically NEED grout for this type of backsplash. I've done plenty of jobs where grout is needed and completes the look (like subway tile) and depending on the style, grout is absolutely more common. Does it make more sense to have grout in areas that temperatures fluctuate impacting the home, yes. This was an attempt to test out the strength of the adhesive while also showing a no grout style like they often do in Morocco where the zellige tiles are most famous. It's an aesthetic :) appreciate though!
We’ve just finished our kitchen Reno and are waiting for our Zellige tiles to be delivered - and we’ll be installing it ourselves. I’m American but living in Australia and I’ve been saying Backsplash and they look at me weird cos they say Splashback 😂
Hey Vivian, did you ever end up putting it in? Did you grout? How big of a space did you leave for grout if you did?
Thank you. I have a bunch of these tiles in my garage waiting for installation and I needed these tips.
You're so welcome! Thanks for watching and commenting!!
The 3:00 mark. Such good info . Thank you
Thanks Tom! Appreciate the comment and you checking out this video!!
Great video! Can I use the score and snap type of manual tile cutter for this type of of tiles?
For ceramic tile, yes. I prefer not to use the score and snap just because of chipping. But not everyone wants or can afford a tile saw. For legit actual zellige, I wouldn't recommend it.
You made this look so easy. I'm terrified of using a wet saw. I wonder if I could just score my tiles to fit around wonky edges?
You could... the wet saw will help you get the job done quicker. What you could do, is if you have a wet saw, get some sample pieces that you won't use, and just cut them. Practice your approach. Tips on using one:
- keep your fingers away from the blade
- ensure you have enough water
- control that tile piece with firm pressure as you go
- take it slow
- don't worry about the splashes from the water
- wear eye protection
Thanks for getting to the point - great instruction!
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Great job looks good
Thank you!!!
Moving into a new place and would love to do this in my kitchen! Does the adhesive smell? Also if my tiles would start and end at the corner of a wall do i need to caulk?
Great question. The adhesive does have a smell while applying it so I would highly recommend good air ventilation. The smell does stick around for too long after it fully cures and the tile is in place. If your backsplash ends would start and end in corners, I honestly wouldn't do any caulk outside of the bottom and top ones. The top caulk would hide any of your imperfections on cuts, and the bottom would reduce the amount of crumbs, water, any spillage, etc from getting between your countertop and the tile. Best of luck! Let me know how it goes!
Amazing! Do you think a tile mat adhesive would work instead of thin set for this type of tile?
I personally have never used a tile mat adhesive. From what I have seen, tile mats work better with the tiles that come on sheets and you puzzle them together. I probably wouldn't with these and for sure wouldn't with real zellige tile. But you could also test it and see what happens or how long they last?
Without grout do you run the risk of accumulating mould, grime and gunk in the seams? If you wipe over the tile with a kitchen cleaner (as it gets dirty frequently) will the integrity of the tile or seams be compromised? I’m hoping to use this method for 3x12 rectangle tiles for a laundry room backsplash , but worried about it holding up long term
Great question. There is the risk of exposing the space between tile pieces to grime and stuff. However I don't imagine getting that crazy in the kitchen where that would be a major concern for me. If you're cleaning with a heavy duty kitchen cleaner the chemicals may discolor the tile, however I would just recommend dawn soap and warm water if you are wiping it down at least twice a month? If you're doing this for a laundry room back splash, I wouldn't imagine you would need to be concerned about much grime, mold, or gunk getting in the seams. Unless you're having buck wild parties and activities in your laundry room? 🤪
Did you soak the glazed zellige tile in water for 1-2 minutes before putting them on the wall?
I didn't because these aren't true zellige tile. These are ceramic but are named (and styled) like the actual zellige tiles
I read that you have to wet Zellige tile when installing it, did you have to do that?
So these were Zellige looking tile and were even called Zellige. But the cost I got them I highly doubt they were legit handmade Zellige tile. I didn't, but if that's legit for the real stuff, it wouldn't surprise me.
Zellije, from Morocco.
Thanks!
I purchased ceramic zellige looking tiles. Is it still okay to use the adhesive instead of the grout and spacers? Wondering if it matters or not. Thanks for the video! I also have my tile in the garage and need to work on my kitchen !
Great question. If you're going the traditional grout and spacers like a regular tile job, I would use thin set, spacers, grout and do the whole thing normally. I did this with adhesive because it was meant to demonstrate how quick it can be done and set up rather than the traditional tile job route. You could in theory do the adhesive route then grout I'm not sure if that helps or hurts the tile pieces hold up though. The purpose of grout is the finished look, keep the spacing between tile pieces, and help bond the edges of the tile pieces even more. So up to you. This approach was in effort to get more of a raw look with the tile.
Grout is never for holding up your tiles or adhering them!
What color is this Zellie tile called? I like it!
This is called Dyroy Zellige Wall tile. Not a specific color though. Here is a link tileforlessutah.com/product/prd4-dyroy-white-4x4-artisan-wall-tile/
Those are not Zellige tiles. Zelliges are made with clay by hand in Marocco, not Spain. The Zellige "style" you got are made of ceramic. They still look good tho, good job! :)
You're right these are not 100% authentic Zellige tiles. The item was made with ceramic and has the Zellige look and is a cost savings route as traditional Zellige tiles are pretty expensive. Thanks for watching and your compliment! :)
I'm curious how this is holding up without grout a year later. They're called backsplashes for a reason, and they are just as much functional as they are decorative. I feel like skipping the grout step takes the functional component away. Water and gunk will get behind those tiles eventually.
Yeah great question. My wife cooks dinner at least 4 times a week and we have 3 little girls. So typical spaghetti, soups, stews, occasional steaks, and everything in between has been on our stove top. Even a kitchen aid mixer for baking goods also. This has held up VERY well. Any steam has had no impact to loosening the tiles. Not a single one has popped off, and living in Utah in a new build, this home has seen all 4 seasons. House shifting, settling, etc. The tile still looks good as it was the day I installed it. There were only a few times I got a wet wash clothe and got between a couple tiles but that cleaned up really well that honestly, I'd use this exact same product again if there was another kitchen to install and wanted this look.
@@ColtonCrumpDIYthanks for the detailed response! I just did the No grout but kinda ugly 😂
How long does the Omnigrip adhesive take to dry?
So I couldn't find exactly where it says for dry time. Usually stuff like this I only take what I need from the bucket, apply on the wall only when I know I have all the pieces cut and ready to apply. If there is any excess and I need a break, I'll scrap all the excess off and put it back in the bucket until I'm ready to apply again. I'd say don't let sit for more than 5 minutes if you're worried about drying out before applying. When it comes to a completed project and you want it completely cured, id say at least 48 hours. If you are removing any tape for a cleaner line, I'd try to remove the tape within the1-2 hour window of application.
Scrape*
@@ColtonCrumpDIY I think I'm going to go with a speedset rapid dry thinset for this last minute project! This video came right in time. Trying out a zellige tile with no grout tomorrow. Thanks for your help!
Best of luck. I do know that the omnigrip stuff is like marshmallow creme for ice cream (as far as consistency goes) and it will hold the tile in place really really well. Best of luck! Let me know how it turns out!
grout isn't just about the look its to prevent water seeping. No?
Grout serves many purposes. aesthetics, can create a stronger bond between pieces, ease of cleaning, and preventing fluids from getting behind. I just know how we are and handle our kitchen and we don't have water or other fluids getting all over the wall in our kitchen, cleaning it hasn't been any different than if we did have grout, I'm testing out how well these pieces hold up and how long they take to pop off if at all compared to grout. Then that leaves how it looks. I've considered all functional and practical aspects of no grout in this space and still decided with this. If it was a bathroom. It would be a different story.
Homes expand and contract all year long. without any grout you are more likely to have the tiles chip and pop each other.
Those tiles are NOT zelliges but if you DO have zelliges make sure you put adhesive on the back of the tiles too.
You are right that they aren't legit zellige tiles, however, they are a cost savings alternative that look very similar from a site called tilesforless in Utah, which they call this zellige.
Sir, this is ceramic tile.
You are correct. It's named Zellige and is the cheaper alternative to actual handmade, true, thick, Zellige tile. I mention this in my description :)
Zellige is NOT from Spain. It is from MOROCCO and Morocco ONLY. The right pronunciation is how you said it at 0.21 second. .
Sorry Lady Bakiza! In my research I've learned that majority of the Zellige tile style is used in Morocco and parts of Southern Spain. Thanks for letting me know. :)
The pronunciation of this has been driving me crazy so I Googled three different pronunciation website and got three different "difinitive" pronunciations!!! I have heard "Zeleej", "Zelliga" "and Zellig" from professional designers and even tile vendors. I guess we need to go to Morroco to find out how they say it!!!! In the meantime, I'm sticking with "Zeleeej"!
Agree Morocco and learn to pronounce it before you record perhaps ? Lol
Maybe learn to identify humor and this being new and making fun of myself in doing it is fine? But also some light reading whytile.com/tile-history/moorish-tile-history-and-inspiration/
There’s no way I’d do grout free in kitchen or any wet area - btw it’s pronounced zell - eeej and it’s Morocco not Spain 😂
BTW it actually goes beyond Morocco and this practice of how the tiles were made span the general area of the Moors which encompass parts of Spain and Morocco, also evidence of an ancient Egyptian practice. Here is a good article to read up on that explains it well: whytile.com/tile-history/moorish-tile-history-and-inspiration/
If you search the correct pronunciation, it has a hard G, like zell-i-guh. I've been saying it with a same ending sound that's in the word garage and beige. So I have no clue how to say it and you should disregard this comment.
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IT COMES FROM ARABIC----ZELLIGA thats how you pronounce it