Questions and Answers for Custom Building Products SimpleMat 10 sq. ft. Tile Setting Mat

A:  SimpleMat Tile Setting Mat is suitable for use on shower walls. For further assistance please contact us at 1 800 282 8786 option 2.

A:  SimpleMat Tile Setting Mat is suitable for use over cement backer board. For further assistance please contact us at 1 800 282 8786 option 2.

A:  If the wall is dirty this product will be faulty. The instructions say to clean the wall. You need a clean level surface.   As for priming… its not required. It will stick to bare drywall. If you’re using this on top of other surfaces aside from drywall, you might want to consult the manufacturer. I believe you can download the instructions for this product on the Home Depot website, or if not there, online. 

A:  Drywall should be primed prior to using the SimpleMat Tile Setting Mat. For further assistance please contact us at 1 800 282 8786 option 2.

A:  You can apply to unpainted drywall, but it does need to be clean or it won’t stay stuck.

A:  When you open the box there is a roll, think of plastic wrap, inside. There is a film on the front of the material. I can not remember if there is a film on the backing. We applied it as a backsplash in my kitchen two years ago and it is still holding great. We laid the material down on the counter, front side down, cut the length and then applied to the wall. Hope this helps. 

A:  I think yes but this is something you can check in-store. Used several times once over existing tiles in shower surround & worked great. Terrific product, easy to use, wish they had it for floors.

A:  no 

A:  SimpleMat Tile Setting Mat is packaged with protective film over the adhesive. For further assistance please contact us at 1 800 282 8786 option 2.

A:  SimpleMat Tile Setting Mat is not suitable for use with vinyl tile. For further assistance please contact us at 1 800 282 8786 option 2.

A:  I see no reason why not.

A:  Tile set over SimpleMat Tile Setting Mat requires grout within 24 hours. For further assistance please contact us at 1 800 282 8786 option 2.

A:  You can grout immediately and its probably a bad idea to let it sit for an extended period. Grout will actually harden and help set the tiles. I have used this in small applications (backsplash) and large (8x14 laundry room wall. I've also used for shower walls and found the longer you wait, the more apt the tiles might sag or loosen.

A:  All the directions are on this page. You just need to read over everything before you go buy it and do it.

A:  The adhesive felt like it held the tile really well, and it was easy to cut and place on wall. I used a 2" x 3" tile. It didn't take long to put up backsplash, but I went ahead and set the grout right after to allow proper drying time.

A:  Yes. I used glass tiles with mine. It has been over 2 years since I installed in kitchen as backsplash.

A:  I USED GLASS TILE ON A BACKSPLASH AND IT WORKED VERY WELL.

A:  SimpleMat Tile Setting Mat is suitable for use with mosaic, mesh-backed glass tile. For further assistance please contact us at 1 800 282 8786 option 2.

A:  This material has a very strong bond. I would feel comfortable overlaying the current material as long as the current material has a good bond. 

A:  I am not sure if that is the proper use, however this stuff is so sticky that I’m sure it will work. Just to give you a perspective on how sticky this stuff is: I wanted to remove a tile I placed crooked and when I tried, my drywall started ripping off.. haha, I had to re-drywall that patch. Anyways, once this stuff is on the wall, it’s on there good! 

A:  A type of Silicone would be easier that the Simple Mat Ins cheaper.

A:  The product is designed for tile use,but it’s very sticky,so it should work fine…You will have to be sure you place the bead board exactly where you want it because it won’t budge once it’s stuck to the product!

A:  SimpleMat Tile Setting Mat is not suitable for use when installing beadboard panels. For further assistance please contact us at 1 800 282 8786 option 2.

A:  SimpleMat Tile Setting Mat is not suitable for exterior use. For further assistance please contact us at 1 800 282 8786 option 2.

A:  The minimum joint spacing when using the SimpleMat Tile Setting Mat is 1/16", When grouting 1/16" joints over SimpleMat Tile Setting Mat, the grout should be floated firmly into the grout joint to ensure contact with the mat. For further assistance please contact us at 1 800 282 8786 option 2.

A:  I dont believe do. Just the weight of the tile