Tile Mastic

Mastic is a very sticky adhesive.  It comes premixed and is readily available at most home improvement stores.  It usually comes in a small bucket of varying sizes with a snap top lid.  It has a very long shelf life when kept closed.

• Read the manufactures instructions! (you'll hear me say this a lot.)  Each brand has it's own recommendations.  Look for Type I or better for maximum water resistance.

• Even when using Type I, mastic is for INDOOR applications only and where it will not be exposed to moisture.

• Typically white or light in color, the color can be altered using liquid pigments.  This is especially helpful when you are using on a project that you don't plan on grout, such as Italian Smalti.

• Works great on vertical surfaces where sliding can be an issue. 

• It's thick texture allows you to build-up for use with materials of different thicknesses.

• May be use to adhere to wood, drywall, Formica, ceramic.

• Mastic is NOT intended for use on floors. It will become brittle and break down under pressure.

• For art projects use a palette knife to spread in small areas.

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