At the Mosaic Playground of Kismet Mosaic
Front Window FAQ
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Thanks for looking into our business. If you have any questions that aren't addressed here, please email us at info@kismetmosaic.com. What do you do in here? We sell mosaic art supplies--glass and ceramic tile, wooden bases, and glue in addition to other miscellaneous supplies. Most of our business is online. We ship throughout the US. Do you offer classes? Not at this time. However we do sell kits that are beginner friendly and don't require any tools. Do you have beads? No. Our tile does not have any holes for stringing.
Happy Earth Day
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I’d like to tell you a bit about Kismet Mosaic’s “green” efforts
Reuse and Recycle:
Glues and Adhesives: A Sticky Subject
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There are 3 main types of glues/adhesives used in mosaics. None is inherently better than the others; they all may be used depending upon the other materials used in the mosaic process and the levels of toxicity and/or ease of use required. They are: Water-based, Solvent-based, Cement-based Water-based Adheres as the water in the adhesive mixture evaporates. These glues may contain various materials to enhance the durability of the bond. Good for gluing almost anything (glass, ceramic, etc.) to a porous substance (wood, plaster, terra cotta, unglazed ceramic, some stone etc.). Benefits: Low toxicity level Generally dries clear Soap...
How to Mosaic Stuff
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You need to have the 5 following things to start with: something to glue your tiles/tesserae onto (a base), tiles/tesserae (or cut tiles), glue that will work with both your tiles and your base, something to cut your tiles into tesserae with, and grout Everything else is just variations on that theme. It helps a great deal to have a project or design in mind and starting out simple is MUCH better. Base: For a wood base you can use MDF, fiberboard, or hardboard and seal it well with a water-based wood primer. (I tend to avoid most plywood...
How to Qualify for a Wholesale Account
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