Comments on: Installing a Tile Backsplash in my Casita Travel Trailer

By: Mrs. Padilly

Mrs. Padilly — Tue, 25 Sep 2018 14:48:01 +0000

Hi Michael. I used 4, 12″ x 12″ glass tile sheets. Two of the tiles will fit side by side on the bottom, then you will trim the other sheets to fit the gap under the vent, and along the side, and to finish up the right side next to the two full sheets.

You may actually get away with three sheets, but you may have make more cuts from the one sheet to piece together. Since I had two sheets to cut up, I was able to trim long segments for under the vent, and a nice big square for the left side of the vent.

Of course, the size of the individual tiles on each sheet are important, too. I chose the small tiles so I wouldn’t have to cut any glass. If the individual tiles on each sheet are larger, you may have to trim the glass for around the vent to look finished (which was something I wanted to avoid).

By: Michael McMurray

Michael McMurray — Tue, 25 Sep 2018 13:49:33 +0000

I’m picking up a new SD 17 the end of November Would like to pick out the backsplash tiles now What is the area covered in square inches or feet? Thanks Mike

By: Mrs. Padilly

Mrs. Padilly — Sun, 24 Dec 2017 20:59:57 +0000

In reply to Charlie. Hi Charlie. Congrats on your Casita! You will love it. Regarding the paper holder, it was already attached when we purchased her (we are second Owners). It is bolted through, and I guess I thought it came that way. Lol. I guess you could also use a strong double Facebook tape, too. I do have to say that I have always felt that location to be perfect. It takes up no needed space and is very handy. Hope that helps.

By: Charlie

Charlie — Sun, 24 Dec 2017 09:35:14 +0000

Hi. Just got my casita. Been going back and forth on different backsplash solutions. Thanks for posting this detailed explanation Your initial picture of touching on a much more aggravating silly issue I'm having with the paper towel holder. In the 2017 spirit they are pre drilling the holder inside the cabinet door right on top of the fan. Bottom line I totally figured that your solution would be the best but I'm afraid to drill in the vent cover. How did u get the paper holder to attach to the side vent?

By: Mrs. Padilly

Mrs. Padilly — Tue, 18 Jul 2017 16:15:15 +0000

In reply to Dorine Meis. I love the name "Podly!" One club on Facebook that you want to join is the "Casita Owners" club. Join that group and you will find out about rallies, and lots of other stuff. This is a very active group. :)