Thank you Dan. This is my tile. It is a crackle tile.
I will use a grout color from Custom Building Products.
I was advised by the Tile maker to use a Premium Latex Thinset Mortar.
I will also seal the crackle tile before laying them on the wall. Then, again,
after the tiling. I was told to wipe off the sealant after it sits for a bit with a cloth.
But, I still don't yet know which sealant or mortar to purchase.
I will call Cutom to ask their advice. Since I hope to get the grout from them Does this type of mortar/thinset
sound right to you?
I follow your advice about the 1/8 inch between countertop and first row of tile.