Is it possible to tile to steel?

Is it possible to tile to steel and if so what is needed? Can I do this DIY or would I need to hire a professional?

Asked by Pete on 7th Jan 2022
Expert Trade Answers
"Yes it is possible to tile on steel as long as you are using a if using a mesh backing with a primer or it is possible to adhere a backing board to tile onto."
Answered on 4th Mar 2022 - Member since Apr 2019 - report
"Installing ceramic tile on metal is just as easy as installing ceramic tile on concrete. The substrate is hard and rigid, so there is no need to use a concrete backer board. If the metal is horizontal or vertical, use FlexBond Fortified Thin-Set Mortar as an adhesive. FlexBond will work well in either situation.

Thanks, Heath"
Answered on 7th Jan 2022 - Member since Dec 2021 - report
"Installing ceramic tile on metal is just as easy as installing ceramic tile on concrete. The substrate is hard and rigid, so there is no need to use concrete backer board. If the metal is horizontal or vertical, use FlexBond Fortified Thin-Set Mortar as an adhesive. FlexBond will work well in either situation."
Answered on 7th Jul 2022 - Member since Oct 2021 - report
"Yes, you can do that using the right primer and mesh to create the adherent surface."
Answered on 7th Jan 2022 - Member since Feb 2021 - report
"Definitely, it's possible! As long as you have the right adhesive, you can do that without any problem"
Answered on 7th Jan 2022 - Member since Oct 2019 - report
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