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Posted by benick on October 12, 2009, 12:17 am
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> On Sat, 10 Oct 2009 17:17:37 -0700 (PDT), Josh
>>I've installed new 1/2" conventional gypsum drywall in the area
>>between my kitchen countertop and the bottom of the wall cabinets.
>>I'm looking for some decorative ceramic tile to use as a backsplash
>>over/behind the sink and extend it around to the area over/behind the
>>range. What I'd like to know is this:
>>Once I find the tile I want to use on that wall, is it necessary to
>>prime and paint the new drywall before applying the tile mastic? I
>>haven't bothered to tape the joints yet; figure the 4x4 tiles will
>>cover the joints anyway. Just wondering if the mastic or thinset
>>mortar will adhere good enough to the bare drywall without any special
>>prep.
> Before you do anything, carefully read the manufacturer instructions
> on the tile mastic container. Be critical about the drywall seams.
> Do visual/feel tests using a work light against the wall, lightly run
> hands over the seams. Wipe down walls with a very slightly damp terry
> towel to remove the dust. If instructions do not say "prime" don't
> waste your time doing it--it might even make adhesion worse.
FWIW , in all new construction the drywall is finished and primed before
cabinets , counter top and back splash...Never heard of any problems....
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>>I've installed new 1/2" conventional gypsum drywall in the area
>>between my kitchen countertop and the bottom of the wall cabinets.
>>I'm looking for some decorative ceramic tile to use as a backsplash
>>over/behind the sink and extend it around to the area over/behind the
>>range. What I'd like to know is this:
>>Once I find the tile I want to use on that wall, is it necessary to
>>prime and paint the new drywall before applying the tile mastic? I
>>haven't bothered to tape the joints yet; figure the 4x4 tiles will
>>cover the joints anyway. Just wondering if the mastic or thinset
>>mortar will adhere good enough to the bare drywall without any special
>>prep.
> Before you do anything, carefully read the manufacturer instructions
> on the tile mastic container. Be critical about the drywall seams.
> Do visual/feel tests using a work light against the wall, lightly run
> hands over the seams. Wipe down walls with a very slightly damp terry
> towel to remove the dust. If instructions do not say "prime" don't
> waste your time doing it--it might even make adhesion worse.