HOW TO PREPARE WOOD FOR MOSAIC | Easy Step-by-Step Process

In this video Julie Weilbacher discusses the importance of properly preparing wood for use in mosaic art. She demonstrates each step in the simple process. Prepping your wood surface for mosaics ensures your tile/glass/stone pieces (or whatever material you're using) will adhere properly and will help keep your grout from cracking.

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SKIM THE VIDEO:
00:00 - INTRO
00:39 - WOOD AS SUBSTRATE
01:37 - MATERIALS NEEDED
02:19 - STEP 1
02:50 - STEP 2
03:13 - STEP 3
04:02 - STEP 4
04:56 - QOTD
05:25 - BLOOPERS