Create your own tile counter
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Step 4
A notched trowel is the tool of choice for spreading thinset. As the tips of the teeth ride against the substrate, the notches deliver a consistent amount of mortar to the surface. Depending on the tiles you use, look for a trowel with square notches that measure about 3/8" x 3/8". You can also adjust the amount of mortar delivered to the surface by angling the trowel. Holding the tool more vertically means more mortar is applied.