Self-Adhesive Backsplash Tile
#1
07-31-15, 06:59 PM
Self-Adhesive Backsplash Tile
Hi,
I went to Home Depot recently and saw this
Aspect 3 in. x 6 in. Glass Decorative Wall Tile in Storm Cloud (8-Pack)-A50-66 - The Home Depot
It looks really nice. No grout needed. So there is very little space b/w tiles.
The only concern I have is how strong is the adhesive.
Does anyone know how much heat can it take? I have an Instant Pot which blow some steam. Would it tolerate it?
Thanks
I went to Home Depot recently and saw this
Aspect 3 in. x 6 in. Glass Decorative Wall Tile in Storm Cloud (8-Pack)-A50-66 - The Home Depot
It looks really nice. No grout needed. So there is very little space b/w tiles.
The only concern I have is how strong is the adhesive.
Does anyone know how much heat can it take? I have an Instant Pot which blow some steam. Would it tolerate it?
Thanks
Last edited by redhonker; 07-31-15 at 08:08 PM.
#2
07-31-15, 07:21 PM
Group Moderator
I'm not a pro in tile work but I have to tell you that product looks very questionable to me. I'm guessing it gets used only in an area where there is no direct contact with water.
I see no mention in the installation instructions of using heat. Peel and stick. If tile doesn't adhere properly use an additional proper adhesive.
home depot/installation.pdf
3 in. x 6 in. glass tile with an easy to use peel and stick backing making installation quick and easy.
The adhesive on the back side of the Aspect tiles is highly aggressive and pressure sensitive
The adhesive on the back side of the Aspect tiles is highly aggressive and pressure sensitive
home depot/installation.pdf
#4
07-31-15, 08:10 PM
You are right. No heat in the installation instruction.
From web search, it appears people use heat (hair dryer) to warm the tile and remove it from the wall. So the concern is whether heat cause it to come off the wall.
It's listed in the kitchen backsplash area. So I assume water is not a problem. Maybe I need to check?
From web search, it appears people use heat (hair dryer) to warm the tile and remove it from the wall. So the concern is whether heat cause it to come off the wall.
It's listed in the kitchen backsplash area. So I assume water is not a problem. Maybe I need to check?
#6
08-01-15, 06:18 AM
Member
This from the discussion section below the HD link OP provided.
"Hello! Thank you for your question! Aspect has a heat index of 200 degrees (F) without causing any damage to the adhesive"
If water boil at 212 degrees, I would say that this is not a great candidate for a backsplash behind a oven or range.
Personally, it is just glass with a peel and stick glue on the back. Why not just get glass of similar dimensions (without glue attached), a handy install kit (includes mixing bucket, sponge and trowel), and install yourself with thinset. You can still butt them tight together if you wish. However, keep in mind that not all countertops are perfectly flat and level, the presence of a grout line allows for some play and adjusting as you go.
"Hello! Thank you for your question! Aspect has a heat index of 200 degrees (F) without causing any damage to the adhesive"
If water boil at 212 degrees, I would say that this is not a great candidate for a backsplash behind a oven or range.
Personally, it is just glass with a peel and stick glue on the back. Why not just get glass of similar dimensions (without glue attached), a handy install kit (includes mixing bucket, sponge and trowel), and install yourself with thinset. You can still butt them tight together if you wish. However, keep in mind that not all countertops are perfectly flat and level, the presence of a grout line allows for some play and adjusting as you go.
