Mosaic & glass
Shower floors, niches, and accent bands. Mesh-mounted sheets keep the install accurate.
$18 – $75 / sq ft
Indicative NYC pricing — final scope confirmed at estimate.
About mosaic & glass
Mosaics do two jobs: they follow compound slopes on shower floors, and they create accent moments in niches and backsplashes. Glass mosaics add reflectivity to small windowless bathrooms.
Setting material matters — glass requires white thinset so the color reads correctly through the tile.
Specifier's tips
- Use white thinset behind glass so the tone stays true
- More grout means more maintenance — epoxy grout is worth it here
- Align niche mosaic layout with surrounding field tile joints
Frequently asked
Are mosaic shower floors slippery?
No — the extra grout lines increase grip, which is why they're standard for shower pans.
Can glass tile crack?
Only from substrate movement or improper setting. A flexible, correctly cured setting bed prevents it.