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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.
Preparing Your Wall and Tile. 1  1. Make sure your wall is ready to go. 2  2. Use a level and tape to measure for your tile locations. 3  3. Mark the locations on the wall using a chalk line.  4. Dry fit and then cut tiles to size using a diamond wet 1  saw. 5. Install a batten to keep your first row straight.