FAQ

Can Bondera Tile MatSet be applied directly onto a painted surface?
As long as the surface is dry, clean and smooth Bondera will adhere to painted surfaces. Bondera is
only as strong as the surface that it adheres to and should be inspected thoroughly before applying
Bondera.
How do I apply Bondera Tile MatSet onto a substrate
1. Use framing square and level to ensure level and square installation.
2. Unroll a manageable length of Bondera and cut to size.
3. Using Bondera tab diagonally peel back 2 to 3 inches at the corner of the release liner (the non-
mesh side).
4. Starting at one corner of area to be tiled, firmly press exposed corner of Bondera to the surface.
5. Steadily pull remaining release liner from underneath the Bondera and smooth it with your hand
or rectangular trowel for a wrinkle-free surface.
6. As outlined above, prepare the next strip of Bondera and carefully press the edges tightly
together, but do not overlap.
7. Repeat until area is covered.
How to apply Bondera Wet Area Seam Tape
1. Apply seam tape ONLY when you are ready to tile.
2. Remove top liner of the Bondera so that the adhesive is exposed
3. Adhere the Bondera Seam Tape to seal the seams
4. Remove the white paper liner to expose the seam tape adhesive.
5. Apply tile
Tip: Pre-folding a ¼” to 3/8” corner of the seam tape will make it easier to remove the paper liner after
installation.
What can I do to remove a Bondera Tile MatSet wrinkle on the wall or countertop?
Wrinkles will rarely occur as long as you follow the application instruction on the box. However, if
you do create a wrinkle, don’t worry, it can easily be fixed!
1. Press or squeeze the wrinkle together to make it as thin as possible
2. Use a utility knife to cut around the wrinkle
3. Pull the wrinkle up removing it from the surface then press cut edges tightly together 4. Seal or
cover the exposed area with Bondera Seam Tape.
TIP: Wrinkles can be avoided by cutting manageable sizes of Bondera, typically no more than the
length of your arm and not removing all of the back liner prior to applying Bondera to substrate.
What can I do to overcome an overlap of Bondera Tile MatSet?
The directions state to abutt Bondera as close as possible to the adjacent installed Bondera sheet.
However, if an overlap occurs simply cut it out with a utility knife and apply Bondera Seam Tape over
that area (see question about seam tape for proper installation).
Can I use tiles larger than 6x6 (36 sq inches) on the walls?
Do not use tiles larger than 6” X 6” (36 sq inches) with Bondera Wall Tile MatSet as it may result in an
impaired bond. You can use odd size tiles such as 3” x 6” (18” sq inches) or 3” x 9”(27 sq inches)