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Morjo™ Polygon Glass Mosaic Tiles

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Morjo™ Polygon Glass Mosaic Tiles are mixed polygon shaped recycled glass tiles with a vibrant opaque color range. They ship in bags of 8.8 ounces (approximately 120-ish pieces), which covers slightly under 1/3 of a square foot with a standard grout gap of 1/16 inch. Each bag contains an assortment of polygon shapes.

Recycled glass is a homogeneous material made by fusing powdered glass. It has solid and consistent color all the way through and cuts cleanly and predictably using the Wheel-bladed Mosaic Glass Cutter. Hard, durable, and UV-resistant, it is suitable for commercial exteriors and murals.

Morjo™ Polygon Glass Mosaic Tiles

  • tile shapes: assorted polygons
  • tile size: varies by shape
  • thickness: 4mm
  • sales unit: 8.8 ounces loose tile (about 120-ish pieces).
  • material: glass
  • variety: recycled glass
  • pigments: colorfast, UV resistant
  • durability: frost-proof, impervious to liquid
  • usage: suitable for indoor and outdoor use

Coverage

Each 1/2-pound bag of about 120+ tiles covers almost 1/3 of a square foot assuming a standard grout gap of 1/16 inch. Use our tile estimator to calculate how much you need for your grouted project.

Compatibility

Like most of the glass tile we sell, polygons have a nominal thickness of 1/8 inch (4mm).

Grout Gap?

Note that dry indoor mosaics do not require grouting, and so for those you can simply mount the tiles tightly together. On the other hand, wet and outdoor mosaics must have grout to prevent water from penetrating behind the tiles. For those, leaving a 1/16-inch gap allows enough grout to adhere between the tiles.

Cutting Morjo™ Polygon Glass Mosaic Tiles

Morjo™ brand recycled glass mosaic tile cuts easily into tiny pieces using a pair of Mosaic Glass Cutters.

Polygon Tile in Mosaic Art

Use polygon tiles to create textural organic patterns similar to cracked earth, snakeskin, or tree bark, where irregular shapes are prominent. Polygon shapes can also give you a head start compared to cutting down square tiles into illustrative shapes. Our other mixed shape tiles include Irregular Ceramic and translucent Soft Glass Shapes.

How To Make Mosaics

For more advice on making mosaic art, please see our Mosaic FAQ page, our How To Mosaic blog, or our Mosaic Information Guide. ; [product_table category=”morjo-polygon-tiles” widths=”auto,auto,12,12,20″] ;

Thinset Removal Tool

Thinset Removal Tool

Thinset Removal Tool is for removing WET thinset mortar from grout gaps and is used soon after tiles are mounted to a surface but not yet grouted. It is not used for removing fully hardened thinset. This tool is molded from durable polymer for long life and has gap-scraping studs for gaps of sizes 1/16 inch, 1/8 inch, 3/16 inch, and 1/4 inch.

Usage

This tool is used for removing fresh thinset from grout gaps in grids of large architectural tiles mounted using tile spacers, where the tool is quickly pulled through every row and column.

It also be used for cleaning gaps in mosaics made from small cut pieces, although dental picks or miniature spatulas might be more useful when the grout gap isn’t a grid or is variable in width.

Alternate Usage

This tool is very useful for setting or periodically checking the width of grout gaps, which are often underestimated by novices.

Thinset Removal Tool

Product Specifications:

  • material: durable high density polyurethane.
  • width: approximately 6mm.
  • scraping studs for gaps of sizes 1/16 inch, 1/8 inch, 3/16 inch, and 1/4 inch.
  • widths of each scraping stud labelled.

How To Make Mosaics

For more advice on designing your mosaic project or mounting, cutting, and grouting tile, please see our page of Mosaic Frequently Asked Questions or our Mosaic Information Guide, which lists instructional pages described by topic. We also post new articles about making mosaics at our How to Mosaic Blog.

Copper Foil for Stained Glass – 6mm (~1/4 inch) – 20 Meter Roll

Adhesive-backed copper foil can be used to make traditional stained glass art by foiling the edges of different pieces of stained glass and then soldering them together to make a beautiful design.

This foil is 6mm wide (about 1/4 of an inch) and 20 meters (about 65 feet) in length. The foil is thin and easy to fold down over the edges on your stained glass. This foil is great for opalescent stained glass like we sell, or for transparent glass when you’re going to be using copper patina when finishing your project. Our stained glass from Youghiogheny is 3mm thick, so the 6mm foil width is perfect for it.

Copper Foil

  • supply type: stained glass foil
  • copper with adhesive backing
  • 6mm wide
  • 20m roll
  • great for opalescent stained glass
  • also works with copper patina

How To Make Mosaic Art

For more advice on designing your mosaic project or mounting, cutting, and grouting tile, please see our page of Mosaic Frequently Asked Questions or our Mosaic Information Guide, which lists instructional pages described by topic. We also post new articles about making mosaics at our How to Mosaic Blog.

Mosaic Starter Kit with Compound Nipper (6 Item Kit)

Compound Mosaic Starter Kit No Grout

Our Mosaic Starter Kit with Compound Nipper is the same as our regular Mosaic Starter Kit, but it includes the Compound Tile Nipper for hard porcelain and stone instead of the regular Mosaic Tile Nipper. The Compound Tile Nipper has a force multiplier which allows you to cut hard ceramics and stone with much less effort. The kit includes these professional grade tools: compound tile nipper, mosaic glass cutter, safety glasses, Weldbond glue, and two 1-pound bags of vitreous glass mosaic tiles. It does NOT include grout.

Although the kit was designed with beginners in mind, it includes the same tools and materials used by full-time mosaic artists and professional architectural installers. Notice that we didn’t include ordinary household items like plastic trays for mixing like most craft kits do. Our kit is made of only essential items like tile, glue, and hand tools. Also note that we didn’t include small sample-sized amounts. The mosaic tile grout and glue in this kit are the standard size we sell, and the tools are the same as those used by professionals when installing murals. The kit was designed by our resident mosaic artist and are packed right in our shop. Don’t expect a lot of shrink-wrapping and labels and custom packaging -just value!

Compound Nipper Mosaic Art Starter Kit Components

Our Compound Nipper Mosaic Art Starter Kit includes:

Why No Grout In Kit?

Shipping cement products is not good value for your money. Buy grout at a local building material or hardware store. We use traditional sanded portland-cement grouts such as made by Mapei and Custom Building Products. These products are dry and only require water and mixing. We have no experience with the epoxy and urethane products that come pre-mixed and have fumes.

How To Make Mosaic Art

For more advice on designing your mosaic project or mounting, cutting, and grouting tile, please see our page of Mosaic Frequently Asked Questions or our Mosaic Information Guide, which lists instructional pages described by topic. We also post new articles about making mosaics at our How to Mosaic Blog.

Mosaic Starter Kit (6 Item Kit)

Mosaic Starter Kit No Grout

Our Mosaic Starter Kit Without Grout includes professional-grade tools: tile nipper, mosaic glass cutter, safety glasses, Weldbond glue, and two 1-pound bags of vitreous glass mosaic tiles. It does NOT include grout, which should be purchased at a local building material or hardware store (if grout is desired). The kit is not for making a canned project designed by us. Rather, it is what you need to start working on your own designs and projects. Our mosaic instructions for basic mosaic tasks are free and posted online.

The kit is the perfect way to get everything you need to get started now, and it is priced at a discount. Although the kit was designed with beginners in mind, it includes the same tools and materials used by full-time mosaic artists. Notice that we didn’t include silly cheap stuff like wooden sticks for mixing like most craft kits do. Our kit is made of only essential items like tile, glue, and tools. Also note that we didn’t use tiny sample-sized amounts. The mosaic tile grout and glue are the standard size we sell, and the tools are the same as those used by professional installers. The kit was designed by our resident mosaic artist and are packed right in our shop. Don’t expect a lot of shrink-wrapping and labels -just value!

Mosaic Art Starter Kit Components

Our Mosaic Starter Kit includes:

Why No Grout In Kit?

Shipping cement products is not good value for your money. Buy grout at a local building material or hardware store. We use traditional sanded portland-cement grouts such as made by Mapei and Custom Building Products. These products are dry and only require water and mixing. We have no experience with the epoxy and urethane products that come pre-mixed and have fumes.

How To Make Mosaic Art

For more advice on designing your mosaic project or mounting, cutting, and grouting tile, please see our page of Mosaic Frequently Asked Questions or our Mosaic Information Guide, which lists instructional pages described by topic. We also post new articles about making mosaics at our How to Mosaic Blog.

DESERT BLOOM Pastel Earth Tone Assortment 12mm Morjo™ 1-lb

The DESERT BLOOM Pastel Earth Tone Assortment is a limited pastel mix of Morjo™ Recycled 12mm Glass Mosaic Tile. This 1-lb assortment will include about 320+ loose tiles. It provides a rich and nuanced color palette perfect for landscape art and murals.

12mm Morjo™ Recycled Glass Mosaic Tile

These wonderful tiles cut cleanly into tiny pieces with minimal waste and have a glossy finish with solid opaque color throughout. Durable and UV-resistant, they make fantastic material for commercial building exteriors and other architectural applications. This recycled tile product is manufactured by fusing powdered recycled glass in a process known as “warm glass,” “enamel glass,” or “pate de verre.”

For similar mini and 20mm versions of this earthy pastel mix, check out our Plein Air and Vision Quest assortments.

DESERT BLOOM Pastel Earth Tone Assortment 12mm Glass Tile 1-lb

  • tile size: ~1/2 inch (12mm)
  • thickness: 1/8 nominal (4mm), but runs slightly thicker than most other brands nominally 4mm. Can be used in the same mosaics.
  • sales unit: 1 pound, which is approximately 320+ LOOSE pieces.
  • material: glass
  • variety: recycled glass
  • pigments: colorfast, UV resistant
  • finish: glossy
  • durability: frost-proof, impervious to liquid
  • usage: suitable for indoor and outdoor use

Desert Bloom 12mm Mosaic Tile Art
Desert Bloom 12mm Mosaic Tile Art
Desert Bloom 12mm Mosaic Tile Art

Coverage

One pound (~320 tiles) covers 91 square inches or 0.6 square feet assuming a standard grout gap of 1/16 inch. You need about 508 tiles (1.6 pounds) to cover one square foot assuming a standard grout gap of 1/16 inch. You need about 645 tiles (2 pounds) for a square foot assuming no grout gap. Use our tile estimator to calculate how much you need for your grouted project. Use a mounting grid to plan and design.

Compatibility

With a NOMINAL industry-standard thickness of 1/8 inch (4mm), 12mm Morjo™ glass tile combines well with most mosaic tile.

Cutting Morjo 12mm Glass Mosaic Tile

Morjo™ Recycled Glass Mosaic Tile cuts easily with clean edges using a pair of Mosaic Glass Cutters.

Use in Mosaic Art

The Desert Bloom Assortment provides a rich and nuanced color palette perfect for landscape art and murals. The size and quality of 12mm Morjo™ glass tile renders small detailed images and large scale works with equal versatility.

Vision Quest Assortment 3/4-Inch Glass Mosaic Tile Mix 1-lb

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Our Vision Quest Glass Mosaic Tile Mix is a 1-lb assortment of vitreous glass tile in a kaleidoscopic mix of amplified landscape colors. Referencing the desert landscape, this assortment includes sage, sky blue, sienna, orange, pink, and purple.

This 1-lb mix combines Morjo™ Vitreous tile with smooth, low-grain Lojee-Nojee™, creating a vivid range of color and texture that samples both brands. Compare to our Green, Pink Purple, or Brown Morjo™ Vitreous assortments. Combine Vision Quest with these assortments or add bags of individual colors to enhance the color range for your project.

For similar mini and 12mm versions of this mix, check out our Plein Air and Desert Bloom assortments.

Vision Quest Glass Mosaic Tile Mix 3/4-Inch

  • Price is per 1 pound (roughly 145+ tiles).
  • Tile dimensions: 3/4 inch x 3/4 inch (20mm x 20mm).
  • Tile thickness: 4mm (1/8 inch nominal).
  • Material: glass
  • Coverage: each pound covers 0.69 square feet.
  • Coverage: 218 loose tiles cover 1 sq ft. with grout spacing of 1/16 inch.
  • Frost-proof, impervious to liquid.
  • Suitable for indoor or outdoor use.

Product Coverage

Each pound covers 0.69 square feet assuming a standard grout spacing of 1/16 inch. To cover 1 square foot, 218 tiles are required. Note that cutting tiles generates some scrap, so you may want to budget 5% extra.

Compatibility

Because the 3/4 inch size (20mm) and 1/8 inch nominal thickness (4mm) is industry standard, you can combine these tiles with a wide variety of brands.

Cutting Glass Tile

We recommend the Mosaic Glass Cutter for cutting all types of glass mosaic tile including these. Note, however, that there is a limit to how small they can be cut. Due to their tapered edges, small pieces will tend to tip over. We advise cutting halves and quarters and diagonal triangles, and not much smaller than that. For creating outlines and other details, check out our Rectangle Border Tiles or our Outliners Mosaic Sticks™.

Mounting Tile

Weldbond adhesive works well for mounting dry indoor mosaics. However, to permanently set outdoor and wet mosaics, use thinset mortar.

Use in Mosaic Art

The affordability, ease of use and durability of these tiles makes them suitable for outdoor projects such as garden décor. The pigment quality also lends itself equally well to photorealistic mosaic images and fine art.

How To Make Mosaics

For more advice on designing your mosaic project or cutting and grouting tile, please see our Mosaic Frequently Asked Questions page. You can also visit our How To Mosaic blog or our Mosaic Information Guide.

Plein Air Mini Mix 3/8-Inch (10mm) 1-lb

The Plein Air Mosaic Tile Mini Mix is a 1-lb mix of 3/8-inch vitreous glass tile in desert-inspired earth and sky colors. This curated assortment mixes warm clays, orange, sage greens, and serene blues with dusky pinks and purples. The combination of smooth low-grain MiniGee™ tile with Morjo™ Vitreous minis creates textural variety and visual depth.

For a similar 3/4-inch version of this mix, check out our Vision Quest assortment.

3/8-Inch Plein Air Mosaic Tile Mini Mix 1 lb

  • tile size: 3/8 inch (10mm)
  • thickness: 1/8 nominal (4mm)
  • sales unit: 1 pound (approximately 675 pieces)
  • material: glass
  • variety: low grain vitreous for fewer specks
  • pigments: colorfast, UV resistant
  • durability: frost-proof, impervious to liquid
  • usage: suitable for indoor and outdoor use

Plein Air Assortment Colors:

    MiniGee™:
  • greens: A19n-mossy cream, A23n-spring green, B26n-green tint 1
  • A53n-cyan tint 4
  • B84n-faint pink
  • D94n-yellow
    • Morjo™ Mini Vitreous (10MV):
  • blue and green: A018-ultramarine tint 2, A021-faint green tint, A067-deep teal
  • earth tones: A030-light khaki, A033-caramel, A086-salmon
  • purples: A042-purple tint 2, A043-purple tint 1
  • A082-faint pink
  • A092-indian yellow deep (low grain)

Coverage

Each 1-pound bag will cover approximately .90 square feet assuming a standard grout gap of approximately 1/32 inch. Most Mosaic Mounting Paper is 1.15 square feet and requires 841 tiles (29 tiles x 29 tiles). Use our tile estimator to calculate how much you need for your project.

Compatibility

Tile thickness is 1/8 inch nominal, the same as most of the glass mosaic tile we sell, which means that these can mix and match with other types and brands.

Cutting Glass Tile

We recommend the Mosaic Glass Cutter for cutting all types of glass mosaic tile including these. Note, however, that there is a limit to how small they can be cut. Due to their tapered edges, small pieces will tend to tip over. We advise cutting halves, quarters, and diagonal triangles, and not much smaller than that. For creating outlines and other details, check out our Rectangle Border Tiles or our Outliners Mosaic Sticks™.

Mounting Tiles

Weldbond adhesive works well for mounting dry indoor mosaics. However, for outdoor and wet mosaics, use thinset mortar.

Use in Mosaic Art

The affordability, ease of use and durability of these tiles makes them suitable for children’s crafts projects and outdoor home décor. The pigment quality lends itself equally well to photorealistic mosaic images and fine art. The advantage of this material is that you can use tiles from different manufacturers if you find you need additional colors.

How To Make Mosaics

For more advice on designing your mosaic project or mounting, cutting, and grouting tile, please see our page of Mosaic Frequently Asked Questions or our Mosaic Information Guide, which lists instructional pages described by topic. We also post new articles about making mosaics at our How to Mosaic Blog.

LOTUS POOL Aqua Metallic Glass Tile Assortment 3/4-Inch 1 lb

Lotus Garden 3/4" Metallic Assortment

Our LOTUS POOL Aqua Metallic Glass Tile Assortment features deep aquatic shades of royal blue, teal, emerald, and muddy brown, plus violet and mint. This 1-lb mix is a special 10-shade variation of our permanent 3/4-inch Metallic Glass Tile Assortment, which includes all 29 shades of the Morjo™ Metallic line.

Morjo™ Metallic glass tiles contain copper dust swirls and streaks for a permanent, UV-resistant sparkle. These tiles are hard and durable enough for outdoor installation, yet they quickly cut into halves, quarters and triangles with little force using a pair of mosaic glass cutters. The backs of the tiles are grooved for secure mounting.

For a compatible 12mm iridescent version, see Dragonfly.

LOTUS POOL Aqua Metallic Glass Tile Assortment 3/4-Inch

  • Sales unit: 1 pound (roughly 145+ tiles).
  • Tile dimensions: 3/4 inch x 3/4 inch (20mm x 20mm).
  • Tile thickness: 4mm (1/8 inch nominal).
  • Material: glass with metallic copper dust swirls inside the glass.
  • Coverage: each pound covers 0.69 square feet.
  • Coverage: 218 loose tiles cover 1 sq ft. with grout spacing of 1/16 inch.
  • Frost-proof, impervious to liquid.
  • Suitable for indoor/outdoor use.

Product Coverage

Each pound covers 0.69 square feet, assuming a standard grout spacing of 1/16 inch. Coverage for 1 square foot requires 218 tiles. Note that cutting tiles generates some scrap, so you may want to budget 5% extra.

Compatibility

The 3/4 inch size (20mm) and 1/8 inch nominal thickness (4mm) is industry standard, which means these tiles can mix and match with a wide variety of brands.

Cutting Glass Tile

Though durable enough for outdoor mosaics, this tile cuts easily with minimal force using the mosaic glass cutters. Ordinary tile nippers are not recommended for any type of glass, as they will tend to crush the material rather than yield a precise cut.

Metallic Glass Tile in Mosaic Art

Even as an occasional accent, metallic glass tile will add sparkle, depth and luminosity to any mosaic project. Break up monochromatic color fields with their metallic equivalent, or sprinkle in pieces to add drama to your details.

How To Make Mosaics

For more advice on designing your mosaic project or cutting and grouting tile, please see our Mosaic Frequently Asked Questions page or our How To Mosaic blog or our Mosaic Information Guide.

DRAGONFLY Dark Iridescent Assortment 12mm Morjo™ 1-lb

The DRAGONFLY Dark Iridescent 12mm Assortment is an aquatic themed mix of Morjo™ Recycled 12mm Iridescent Glass Mosaic Tile. It features deep shades of blue, purple, teal, green, and brown with silvery greys. This 1-lb assortment should have about 320+ loose tiles. The tiles have a glossy finish, and solid opaque color throughout.

Recycled glass tiles cut cleanly into tiny pieces with minimal waste, making them an ideal material for micro mosaic artwork and murals alike. Their hardness, durability, and UV-resistant quality also make them suitable for commercial building exteriors. The fusing process for making these tiles from powdered recycled glass is referred to as “warm glass” or “enamel glass” or “pate de verre.”

DRAGONFLY Dark Iridescent 12mm Assortment™ Glass Tile 1-lb

  • tile size: ~1/2 inch (12mm)
  • thickness: 1/8 nominal (4mm), but runs slightly thicker than most other brands nominally 4mm. Can be used in the same mosaics.
  • sales unit: 1 pound, which is approximately 320+ pieces.
  • material: glass
  • variety: recycled glass
  • pigments: colorfast, UV resistant
  • finish: IRIDESCENT
  • durability: frost-proof, impervious to liquid
  • usage: suitable for indoor and outdoor use

Coverage

One pound (~320 tiles) covers 91 square inches or 0.6 square feet assuming a standard grout gap of 1/16 inch. You need about 508 tiles (1.6 pounds) to cover one square foot assuming a standard grout gap of 1/16 inch. You need about 645 tiles (2 pounds) for a square foot assuming no grout gap. Use our tile estimator to calculate how much you need for your grouted project.

Mounting Tiles

Weldbond adhesive works well for mounting dry indoor mosaics. However, for outdoor and wet mosaics, use thinset mortar. Use a Mounting grids to plan your design.

Compatibility

These tiles have a NOMINAL thickness of 1/8 inch (4mm), which is the same as most of our glass tile, but these run slightly thicker by a hair.

Cutting Morjo 12mm Glass Mosaic Tile

The MORJO brand cuts like butter into tiny pieces using a pair of Mosaic Glass Cutters so you can make tiny cubes without a lot slivers or cutting waste. This makes it ideal for mini mosaics or rendering small details in larger work.

Use in Mosaic Art

Make cool-toned aquatic patterns and scenes for outdoor decor, garden ornaments, backsplashes, and murals with these deep and vivid iridescent tones.