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Kitchen Backsplash Design
Kitchen Backsplash
Kitchen Backsplash
Kitchen Backsplash - A kitchen backsplash protects the wall f rom f ood splatters, but it may even be a
decorative element in your kitchen. See below f or some of the more popular backsplash options.
Laminate
Laminate, of ten called by the brand name Formica, is a
lesser pricey backsplash option. It’s been used f or lots of
years due to its low cost point and cleanability. There’s lots
of new colors, textures, and patterns of laminate – some
look like paper, metal, or stone. Lots of laminate
countertops curve up at the back to also cover the
backsplash, making a seamless installation.
Porcelain or Ceramic Tile
Ceramic or porcelain tile is a well-liked backsplash since it is
comparatively cheap, can match f loor tiles, and is simple to
put in. Tile is simple to look af ter, however make positive to
seal the grout to prevent the grout f rom staining.
Natural Stone
A natural stone tile backsplash is a traditional option that can be a small more pricey but won’t become
dated as quickly as some of the other backsplash options. Some popular natural stones being used in
backsplashes today are slate, travertine, onyx, granite, limestone, and marble. You can use a seamless slab
of natural stone or smaller stone tiles that can be laid in an intricate pattern.
Glass Tile
Glass tile has become popular over the last f ew years. Glass tiles are usually 1″ x 1″ and sold attached to a
mesh sheet that is 12″ x 12″ f or ease of installation. Some glass tiles are sold in color while others are sold
with a mix of colors on sheet. 1″ x 1″ multicolored glass tile is stylish, so it may become dated quickly. For a
more classic timeless glass tile backsplash, select a neutral colored 3″ x 6″ tile layed in a subway pattern.
Sheet Glass
Sheet glass backsplashes are becoming popular due to their ease of cleanup and tidy modern aesthetic.
Glass comes in lots of colors, textures, and patterns. Think about using plain clear glass but painting the
wall behind your backsplash or the back side of the glass a bold accent color.
Mirror
Mirror backsplashes have been used f or hundreds of years, in bar applications. They can make a small
kitchen look larger, however can expose the back of anything on your countertops (cords, crumbs, etc) and
require constant cleaning since f ingerprints and splatters are obvious. There’s even mirrored tiles that look
like mercury glass.
Metal
Metal backsplashes can be sheet metal or metal tiles. Sheet metal that is brushed can be contemporary,
however pressed tin can be more traditional, country, or victorian. Metal tiles are a more contemporary style
and can be pricey. Some of the metals used in backsplashes are stainless steel, copper, zinc, and tin.
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Kitchen backsplash

  • 1. f urnit uref romt urkey.com http://www.furniturefromturkey.com/turkish-furniture-manufacturers/kitchen-backsplash.html Kitchen Backsplash Design Kitchen Backsplash Kitchen Backsplash Kitchen Backsplash - A kitchen backsplash protects the wall f rom f ood splatters, but it may even be a decorative element in your kitchen. See below f or some of the more popular backsplash options. Laminate Laminate, of ten called by the brand name Formica, is a lesser pricey backsplash option. It’s been used f or lots of years due to its low cost point and cleanability. There’s lots of new colors, textures, and patterns of laminate – some look like paper, metal, or stone. Lots of laminate countertops curve up at the back to also cover the backsplash, making a seamless installation. Porcelain or Ceramic Tile Ceramic or porcelain tile is a well-liked backsplash since it is comparatively cheap, can match f loor tiles, and is simple to put in. Tile is simple to look af ter, however make positive to seal the grout to prevent the grout f rom staining. Natural Stone A natural stone tile backsplash is a traditional option that can be a small more pricey but won’t become dated as quickly as some of the other backsplash options. Some popular natural stones being used in backsplashes today are slate, travertine, onyx, granite, limestone, and marble. You can use a seamless slab of natural stone or smaller stone tiles that can be laid in an intricate pattern. Glass Tile Glass tile has become popular over the last f ew years. Glass tiles are usually 1″ x 1″ and sold attached to a mesh sheet that is 12″ x 12″ f or ease of installation. Some glass tiles are sold in color while others are sold with a mix of colors on sheet. 1″ x 1″ multicolored glass tile is stylish, so it may become dated quickly. For a more classic timeless glass tile backsplash, select a neutral colored 3″ x 6″ tile layed in a subway pattern. Sheet Glass Sheet glass backsplashes are becoming popular due to their ease of cleanup and tidy modern aesthetic. Glass comes in lots of colors, textures, and patterns. Think about using plain clear glass but painting the wall behind your backsplash or the back side of the glass a bold accent color. Mirror Mirror backsplashes have been used f or hundreds of years, in bar applications. They can make a small kitchen look larger, however can expose the back of anything on your countertops (cords, crumbs, etc) and require constant cleaning since f ingerprints and splatters are obvious. There’s even mirrored tiles that look like mercury glass. Metal
  • 2. Metal backsplashes can be sheet metal or metal tiles. Sheet metal that is brushed can be contemporary, however pressed tin can be more traditional, country, or victorian. Metal tiles are a more contemporary style and can be pricey. Some of the metals used in backsplashes are stainless steel, copper, zinc, and tin. Share the post "Kitchen Backsplash"