This article was co-authored by Schannon Yodice. Schannon Yodice is a Tile Installation and Design Expert based in League City, Texas. She is the Founder of Online Tile Academy, an online video platform designed to educate designers, contractors, and the general public on the proper use, installation, and building of tile installation. With over 242K followers on her Instagram, thattilechick, Schannon is known for sharing DIY projects and tips for various tile installation projects.
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Left over or broken tiles can be used to make unique and beautiful mosaic designs rather than just getting thrown away. Here is a guide to make a mosaic from broken tiles.
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Community Q&A
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You can add food coloring to the cement to tint it.Thanks
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Plaster of Paris can be used in place of cement.Thanks
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Always make sure to ask if you can use the tiles.Thanks
Warnings
- The pieces may be sharp; wear safety glasses and gloves while breaking the tiles.Thanks
- Take great care when mixing and using cement or tile grout.[4]Thanks
Things You'll Need
- Colored tiles
- A piece of cardboard large enough to hold your mosaic
- A laminating liquid
- Cement or tile grout
- Hammer
- A popsicle stick or plastic knife.
- Sponge
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