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Laying the Tiles. 1  1. Do a dry run to ensure your tiles fit. 2  2. Mix up your mortar according to the manufacturer's directions. 3  3. Using a notched trowel, lay a roughly 1/4 thick layer of mortar on the countertop.  4. Lay the tile in place, then push it firmly into the mortar to adhere it in place.
Mosaic tiles are colorful finishing materials arranged in patterns over a countertop or wall to create a decorative surface. Applying mosaic tiles over an uneven surface can cause the mosaics to buckle, chip and fall apart. Before you cover a countertop in mosaic tiles, make the surface smooth and flat. Although you can hire a professional tiler to make mosaic countertops level, hiring a professional can be expensive. Save money by making the countertop level and installing mosaics yourself using some basic hardware and home improvement supplies and tools.