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anneinva_2009

mail box

14 years ago

Hi I am planning on making a mosaic mailbox on an aluminum mailbox. I think thinset applied directly to it for adhesive. Do I need to prepare the surface in anyway? I will use sanded grout and sealer. I would appreciate Any tips on making a mailbox. Thanks.

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