I wonder if one could use commercial pavers as a base for mosaic work. I'd like to know what the procedure might be for adding concrete in which to embed pottery, tile, glass, etc. Should I use a bonding agent on the paver before adding concrete mix? Or should I use it with grout? Obviously, I need ideas before I begin or maybe a simple "how to". All ideas and opinions welcome. I do not want to cast my own paver. I have cheapie commercial stepping rounds on hand. Thanks.
Thats what I use for bases. I buy mine at Home depot.I glue the mosiac material either broken pottery or glass tiles on the bought paver. I use Clear Liquid nails for the adhesive. This I get at Wal mart very inexpensive . I find this holds up the best out side all winter. Then I use sanded grout and a sealer and I find it has worked great for me.
Hi Fleur I find glass to be tricky unless I acid etch it first. I just etch the side that touches the mortar and it sticks very well. I picked up a quart of the acid from a stained glass place and it lasts forever.
Sidewalks are being broken up and replaced everywhere in this country. Finding a pile of old broken concrete doesn't usually take that much searching. These broken irregular chunks of side walk make a great base for this technique. They are free as well. I did a whole bunch of them this spring and everyone loved them.
