DIY 1st time tiling

5 years ago

i am about to take on a backsplash installation and am seeking advice on a couple of the details. My plan is to use white beveled subway tile. My question is about this wood trim that the previous owner used to transition from the countertops to the wall. Should I tile on top of this or remove this trim and tile on top of the counter top? In the first picture if I remove the wood trim, the tile would no longer fit well in between this space. in the 2nd picture there’s a wood corner piece, should I remove this and use a finishing piece or can I use this as an end piece? any tips/ advice would be great. thanks!

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millworkman
5 years ago
You already have a backsplash. That pc of stone (I presume) and all the moulding should be removed before a tile backsplash is installed.
lindalana 5b Chicago
5 years ago
Yes, you will need to remove backsplash you already have, then all trims and then prep the wall. Check youtube, there is plenty of help there. Remember when you put your first tile you will know exactly where your last tile lands. If your design must have trims yo can do it but lay it out and see what you want.
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lucky998877
5 years ago
Pictures that show your kitchen would be helpful. I was so nervous to take on our backsplash tiling job (1st time, all alone)...literally shaking. 1st day was slow, lots of thinking and self doubting...2nd day was much better. Hang in there, and good luck!