Glass Mosaic Tiles Backsplash

I managed to 'recruit' an Indon guy who was working on my neighbour's condo unit to come over and install some glass mosaic tiles for me. The job was completed in about 2 hours. I supplied the tiles and 1 packet of while cement, all purchased from Houz Depot. I bought 12 pieces of the tiles - some extra just in case of any breakage and also to keep as spare for replacement in future.

Here's how it looks like from far. My yard area has a kitchen countertop but no backsplash. Since my MIL loves cooking here, no choice but to get a backsplash. Prior to this, I used aluminium cardboard to contain the grease and all.

Firstly, the guy used a hammer to roughen up the surface of the wall, Then he measured the tiles according to the space. Then mix the cement and lay the tiles. He also used a sponge to level the cement along the grout lines. Even then there are a few air bubbles trapped there. He also removed the plug point cover to ensure a nice seam. Overall, good job done.

Yard

This is the 7-ft countertop at the yard which I intend to use for ironing and cooking. 9 drawers with aluminium frame and laminates plus Blum soft close mechanism for storage.

 

White solid surface countertop  - local brand. RM160 per foot run. 3 plug points on wall added. Will install bamboo blinds here for privacy. Although the yard opens to the outside, the rain doesn't splatter inside and it's very shady here - no sun rays at all. Not a good place to dry clothes! Balcony is still the best but the condo management says no laundry on the balcony!