installation instructions

Read these instructions completely before you start. For the typical do-it-yourselfer, the installation of Aspect peel and stick tiles is a relatively “easy” project.

If you have doubts about doing this installation, you should contact a qualified contractor, carpenter or a professional installer.

For additional information please refer to the full installation guide below.

For Aspect Peel & Stick Tiles
Aspect Tile Full Installation guide (pdf)

Installation Overview

plan & prep

There are many tile patterns, from basketweave to herringbone to stack bond. Choose the design that best fits your style and décor.

Installing Aspect peel & stick metal tiles is a simple, exciting project that adds instant style to your kitchen or bathroom. Have fun with this project. It’s going to be easy and look great!

Aspect can be installed over most structurally sound substrates if they are clean, smooth, dry, and free of dust, wax, soap scum and grease. Acceptable substrates are drywall, plaster or clean, smooth tile (glazed, porcelain type tile; not porous or textured). Any damaged, loose or uneven areas must be repaired, patched and leveled. Fill cracks and irregularities with wallboard compound or spackling, then sand smooth with fine-grade sandpaper.

The substrate must be primed with a fresh coat of high-quality acrylic latex or oil-based primer (not a vinyl or PVA-based primer). Applications to PVA-based paints or primers will cause adhesion failure. Consult with your local paint supplier for more information.

If installing Aspect over existing ceramic tile, be sure to thoroughly clean old tiles, but priming ceramic tiles is not required.

The adhesive on the back side of the Aspect tiles is engineered to stick to clean, flat, smooth walls. If the wall (substrate) to which you are applying the tiles is not smooth, flat and straight and you do not intend to repair, sand and prime the surface, you may need to use an additional adhesive. We recommend a high-quality construction adhesive applied to the back of each tile in these cases. Be sure to remove the release film on the back of each tile before applying additional adhesive. Apply no more than about a teaspoon of adhesive to the back of the tile. Keep the adhesive a half-inch from the edges. Press the tiles into place as normal. If adhesive squeezes out around the tiles, be sure to wipe it off before it dries.

For additional information on substrate preparation in a water-prone area, see the Aspect FAQ’s.

lay out & measure

• Measure the area to be covered. Lay out the entire project on a flat surface, like a table or the floor before installing the tiles to be sure you have enough tiles and your design is correct.
• Using a chalk line, create at least two reference lines to guide tile placement.

peel, stick and enjoy

• Remove the backing from a tile to expose the adhesive, and align the tile to the place where you want it on the reference lines and press into place.
• Firmly press the tile over its entire surface area to be sure it adheres properly. Install remaining tiles in the same fashion as above.

tip
For plate covers we recommend using WallPlateWarehouse.com. Their selection of covers match the finishes of Aspect the closest of any we have found. Below you will find the suggestions for each specific Aspect finish.

Brushed Champagne – Antique Brass Steel
Brushed Stainless – Pewter Tone/Stainless Steel
Brushed Copper – Brushed Copper Steel