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Model # SM10R1

SimpleMat 10 sq. ft. Tile Setting Mat

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Model # SM10R1

Internet #202828989

Store SKU #724284

Custom Building Products SimpleMat 10 sq. ft. Tile Setting Mat

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SimpleMat 10 sq. ft. Tile Setting Mat

Quickest, easiest, cleanest way to install tile
Instand bond and lasting strength
No waiting between setting and grouting

$ 25 87

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Product Overview

Quickest, easiest, cleanest way to install tile
Instand bond and lasting strength
No waiting between setting and grouting

The quickest, easiest and cleanest way to install tile on countertops, backsplashes and shower walls. SimpleMat replaces traditional thinset mortar or mastic adhesive. The adhesive retains its bonding strength for extended periods of time, which means users have the flexibility to tile onto the mat an hour at a time or over several days. SimpleMat bonds instantly so you can start grouting immediately.

Used to install tile over countertops, shower walls and backsplashes
Adhesive bonds quickly to allow grouting almost immediately after tile installation
Requires no mortar or mixing for minimal mess
Nine 9 in. x 18 in. sheets cover approximately 10 sq. ft.
Suitable for interior projects

Product Overview

Quickest, easiest, cleanest way to install tile
Instand bond and lasting strength
No waiting between setting and grouting

Model #: SM10R1

Sku #: 724284

Internet #: 202828989

Used to install tile over countertops, shower walls and backsplashes
Adhesive bonds quickly to allow grouting almost immediately after tile installation
Requires no mortar or mixing for minimal mess
Nine 9 in. x 18 in. sheets cover approximately 10 sq. ft.
Suitable for interior projects

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Specifications

Dimensions

Product Width (in.)

18.5

Details

Color Family

White

Commercial / Residential

Flooring Material Features

No mixing required

Flooring Product Type

Underlayment

Flooring Use Type

Tile

Returnable

90-Day

Use Location

Countertop,Floor,Interior wall

Warranty / Certifications

Manufacturer Warranty

1 year product

Specifications

Dimensions

Product Width (in.)

18.5

Details

Color Family

White

Commercial / Residential

Flooring Material Features

No mixing required

Flooring Product Type

Underlayment

Flooring Use Type

Tile

Returnable

90-Day

Use Location

Countertop,Floor,Interior wall

Warranty / Certifications

Manufacturer Warranty

1 year product

Questions & Answers

We are considering using the Simple Mat underneath tiles for a backsplash. The tiles will not ge...

We are considering using the Simple Mat underneath tiles for a backsplash. The tiles will not get wet. BUT, we have a toaster oven we usually keep on the counter and is usually sitting a few inches from the painted drywall. Is this going to be an issue? We will grout & seal tile.

Asked by: Atown

We have used Simple Mat successfully on several occasions including the kitchen backsplash, but never in an area where a great deal of heat would be close to the tiles. Personally, I would not recommend this situation since the tiles could eventually get hot if close to the oven over a period of minutes (15-20) and the product is actually "glue" paper. After repeats, the tiles would probably loosen.

Answered by: DIYer

Date published: 2019-03-16

Why must my tiles be grouted in 24 hours using simplemat?

Started tiling first section but wont be able to finish cutting tiles for a couple of days. Have at least 10 that are un-cut in the first section.

Asked by: Subway tiler

be careful if you use sealer with simple mat. i used sealer on my stone mosaic tiles and it began to fall off before i then had a chance to grout.

Answered by: jonesy23

Date published: 2019-03-16

can simple mat be used in kitchen wall behind gas stove

Asked by: hombre

Yes! I used it to add a square ceramic backsplash over my stove and it worked wonderfully. Holding up very well.

Answered by: bb77

Date published: 2018-10-13

Will I be able to see the Simple Mat adhesive through glass tile? And if so, how can I prevent this?

Asked by: Vera

Glass tile must be back painted if not back painted you will see glue pattern not good

Answered by: Vt

Date published: 2018-06-09

SimpleMat 10 sq. ft. Tile Setting Mat Questions - page 2

Customer Reviews

SimpleMat 10 sq. ft. Tile Setting Mat is rated 3.5 out of 5 by 446.

Rated 4 out of 5 by csmitay from Product did what it said! After reading other reviews I was skeptical about this product but I have never put up tile and this looked easier and faster! Also my wife likes to have things done sooner than later. I took my time with the first set-up of about 4 feet long and made sure it was secure against the wall. I used mosaic glass tiles on a sheet and saw another review saying they fell off. There was NO PROBLEM! Stuck on first application and I did not press hard so I could adjust if needed and that worked! It installed fast and put grout on immediately after. Again no problem! The only thing is be sure you are correct on your measurements because once secure on the wall it is staying and once the glass tile is pressed it does hold very well. After a couple of days of the grout drying I pulled on the tiles to see how well they were secure and they were not budging. The product did what it said! I also recommend watching some videos they have on it. That helped out a little on understanding the product.

Date published: 2012-04-10

Rated 4 out of 5 by PaintPerfection from Tiling made easy with SimpleMat I have been using traditional methods to set wall tile and thought I would give SimpleMat a try on a backsplash project. I install a lot of self-adhesive vinyl tile so I felt right at home with this product. I recommend priming the wall first before installing SimpleMat to insure optimum adhesion. I also recommend peeling off just one side of the backing paper to make handling and aligning it a lot easier. If you are working with heavy ceramic tile, there is a good chance that they might slide down from their weight. In this instance, make sure that your bottom row of tile are securely in place and use the “hard” plastic spacers to help support the remaining rows of tile. As with self-stick vinyl tile, you have to be very careful when placing tile on SimpleMat as you can’t reposition the tile once set in place as with mortar. All in all, I was very happy with my first experience with SimpleMat. I will certainly be using this product whenever I can on tiling projects.

Date published: 2012-05-13

Rated 5 out of 5 by Greenthumbs from Very easy to use I was a little nervous to use this product after reading the previous reviews and learning about tiles falling. However, I never tiled before and was dealing with a tight space between the wall and a faucet so I gave this product a try. I followed the directions that came in the box, including washing all the tiles and letting them completely dry before placing them onto Simplemat. When I came back the next day none of the tiles had moved off the wall from the day before, so I then grouted. The kitchen came out great! Simplemat saved a lot of time and clean up by not having to use a thinset. The only difficulties I had was using the 30 sq. ft. roll as compared to the 10 sq ft. sheets because the roll doesn't have paper on both sides of the Simplemat, which makes cutting a little difficult. Also a word of advice, cover the Simplemat with the paper if you aren't able to tile right away because you will lose the stickiness of the product when it is left in the open air.

Date published: 2015-12-30

Rated 1 out of 5 by 5littlewomen from Being first time tile DIYers, we saw this product as an easier, less messy way to get our backspl... Being first time tile DIYers, we saw this product as an easier, less messy way to get our backsplash project done. The mats were very easy to put up and cut to go around outlets (the value roll is another story). It seemed very sticky but by the next morning, we had 3 sections of tile on the countertop. We replaced them and then pushed on other areas that were very loose. Unfortunately, we had to keep doing that throughout the day and the next morning, once we started grouting, we made the decision to remove everything because there was entire sections that were loose and would not stick no matter what. The easiness that everything came off was disconcerting also giving our concerns that the tiles may have come down at some future point validity. We have now decided to pay someone to do the job. I don't recommend these at all unless major improvements are made with the strength of the stickiness.

Date published: 2019-02-04

Rated 1 out of 5 by Sean from Doesn’t adhere Spent three hours trying to get this product to hold up 3”x6” ceramic tiles after following instructions to a tee- but the glue on the tile side is not sticky enough to hold even those light tiles up, so they continuously fell and broke. Instructions claim that the wall-side adhesive sticks almost immediately, but after three hours when I finally gave up I was able to easily pull it off the wall without even damaging the paint. Save yourself the headache and skip this too-good-to-be-true nonsense.

Date published: 2019-02-09

Rated 2 out of 5 by Maji90 from Easy but not good results I used this for my backsplash and it's very easy but befor i could even grout i had peices falling off and moving. We grouted and went away for the night came home to peices that have shifted and stick Out.

Date published: 2019-01-27

Rated 5 out of 5 by CabanaBoy from Negative reviews but positive results After reading the negative reviews on this product I was hesitant to embark on my back-splash project using SimpleMat. I can honestly say if it was any easier it would hang itself on the wall. I cut it using a utility knife, I pressed it to the wall using a paint roller, and I mounted 3" by 6" subway tiles onto it. I put the grout on 2 days later. It was easy to cut, there was little or no waste and I did not encounter any issues of tiles falling off or problems placing the tiles onto the SimpleMat. All you need is common sense and a reasonable amount of DIY ability. I had never done any tile work in my life, but the idea of avoiding the mess of a tile base held great appeal to me and the only thing I had to clean up was the paper backing from the SimpleMat. I consider it to be expensive but worth it. I only had to do 10 sf so it was not a big deal.

Date published: 2014-08-04

Rated 4 out of 5 by KMasterK from Time Will Tell I was very skeptical about this product. I have many rental units and have been remodeling units for years. My experience has always been that if it's too good to be true then it probably is. After getting recommendations from a couple of sources I decided to try the product anyway. I used it to install glass tiles as a backsplash in a kitchen. It was pretty easy to install, but the stuff is darn sticky. Once the tiles go on, it's hard to move them. Even harder to get straight grout lines when the tiles didn't go on straight. I grouted right after installing. So far, the tiles are still on the wall. I think time will tell how well this stuff works. So far they've been on the wall two weeks, but my tenant doesn't move in until next week and that's when the abuse begins. I really hope it works or I'll be redoing the job and what a mess that will be.

Date published: 2012-02-20