We are thinking we will install a tile back splash in our new Coachmen Apex TT. We have looked at the Smart Tiles and were not really impressed with the thickness / look. We found another product called Flex Tile which would allow us to use a more S & B type back splash material ( we would use a light weight tile ) but requires more labor. Couple of questions:
1- Has anyone here used the Flex Tile system? After looking at the video http://www.flextile.com/RV-tiling-tips.htm it does not appear too difficult and sounds like it would work in a TT / RV.
2- Our counter is in the picture below. The frig is on the right of the stove. Has anyone had success in tiling over this fake wood type material ( cabinet of the frig )? Opinions?
3-Does the oven vent at stove rear create a problem ( heat )?
4-Other hints or suggestions?
Thanks,
1- Has anyone here used the Flex Tile system? After looking at the video http://www.flextile.com/RV-tiling-tips.htm it does not appear too difficult and sounds like it would work in a TT / RV.
2- Our counter is in the picture below. The frig is on the right of the stove. Has anyone had success in tiling over this fake wood type material ( cabinet of the frig )? Opinions?
3-Does the oven vent at stove rear create a problem ( heat )?
4-Other hints or suggestions?
Thanks,
bcsslc wrote:
This is what we did in ours. Easy installation and wound definitely recommend the stainless steel. I bought mine from homedepot and it was just a stock item As in no cutting. As far as the tiles go ... make sure the you clean the surface the very best you can,and let it completely dry. While it is drying layout a large section of your tile. .. about two sheets wide x four or five long. Notice how they lock together. They are designed to from left to right and from bottom to top. As far as cutting the tile, I started out with a utility knife and quickly moved to scissors. One last tip.... remove as much of the wall plates, blinds, towel rack etc. ..... as you can And then reinstall on top of the tiles.
Good luck.
Not sure others are referring to the same tile that you have inquired about. So to be clear. .. the tiles I used are a peal and stick. No setting material or grouting required. I bought all of my supplies from HD.
Nice Job! That turned out looking very sharp. What did you use to adhere the tile panels? *EDITED* Sorry I didn't see the peal and stick. What size does the tiles come in?
This is what we did in ours. Easy installation and wound definitely recommend the stainless steel. I bought mine from homedepot and it was just a stock item As in no cutting. As far as the tiles go ... make sure the you clean the surface the very best you can,and let it completely dry. While it is drying layout a large section of your tile. .. about two sheets wide x four or five long. Notice how they lock together. They are designed to from left to right and from bottom to top. As far as cutting the tile, I started out with a utility knife and quickly moved to scissors. One last tip.... remove as much of the wall plates, blinds, towel rack etc. ..... as you can And then reinstall on top of the tiles.
Good luck.
Not sure others are referring to the same tile that you have inquired about. So to be clear. .. the tiles I used are a peal and stick. No setting material or grouting required. I bought all of my supplies from HD.
