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   LouB | Sep 29, 2004 02:51am | #1

   cookshome,

   Determine your tile layout, then set a ledger at the point where your second row of tile will start.  Set the tile above the ledger first...it will keep the tile from sagging.  When you're ready to set the first row, remove the ledger and go to work on the last row.

   As far as adhesive, I'd look into a mastic.  It is nice for vertical applications.  A tile setter would have you use a mortar for the tile, either way, the ledger will keep things in place for you. 

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   cookshome | Sep 30, 2004 11:11pm | #2

   LOUB,

   Thanks for the advice. Just the kind of thing I was looking for. Just one more thing if you have the time. Is the mastic going to be strong enough to hold the tiles in place while they set? I'm concerned about them trying to move away from the wall while the mastic sets, considering the weight.

   Thanks again.

   -Dave

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   arrowshooter | Oct 01, 2004 01:41am | #3

   They have a special mastic or thinset for granite which is different from that used for regular ceramic tile.

   Home Depot has the right stuff.

   I don't think tiles will fall forward they want to slide down the wall but they are hard to pull away once they are embedded in the mastic.George Bush

   FOUR MORE YEARS

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   LouB | Oct 01, 2004 02:43am | #4

   cookshome,

   The mastic holds better than you would think.  Its made to grab quick, in fact, you'll have trouble prying a piece from the wall immediately after you set it.  It takes a bit longer for curing, so be careful to read the manufacturer's instructions before removing your ledger.  Good luck.

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   cookshome | Oct 01, 2004 04:42am | #5

   All,

   That's great. Thanks for all of the help. I believe I can get this thing done pretty quickly now.

   -Dave