How Do You Add Marble To A Fireplace?
Adding marble to a fireplace doesn’t have to be a difficult job. In fact, it’s a great decision considering the added value and appearance it brings to the fireplace. But marble tile isn’t cheap, so it’s vital to make sure that it’s placed properly. Grouting the marble tile is an easy task. Just make sure that you take the time needed to ensure that the project is completed with care and precision and accuracy. Mix the mortar. Add three parts sand and one part masonry cement in a wheel barrow. Pour 2 gallons of water on the mixture. Combine the mixture. Fold the mixture from the bottom into the water and repeat until the water is no longer in a puddle. Add the final gallon of water. Continue to fold the mixture until the mortar is smooth. Apply the mortar. Shovel a scoop of mortar from the wheel barrow onto the mortar board. Cut into the end of the mortar with a trowel and lift the mortar level to the ground. Place the long end of the trowel onto the area you wish to apply mortar. Turn
