Thickened version -; Upgraded version of tiles are 2-3 times thicker than ordinary peel-and-stick tiles, 2mm-2.5mm each, durable and strong, different from soft sticker tiles Stronger adhesive - Upgraded version of tiles have adhesive backing than ordinary ones Vinyl backsplash tiles are 3x stronger and not only adhere securely to smooth clean surfaces, but are also waterproof and heat resistant on lightly textured walls - widely used for kitchen backsplashes, kitchen island walls, bathroom backsplashes Plates, showers, fireplaces, and install behind stoves with ease Do-it-yourself - just peel, interlock and stick. No overlap, no grout, no glue, no mess, no special tools, and no experience required.