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Kitchen Backsplash
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| The backsplash
is the wall surface between the countertop
and the bottom of the wall cabinets. This
is a great space to have some fun in your
kitchen design by showing off your personal
style with color, patterns and textures. The
standard backsplash is 18 inches tall. Because
it is installed last and is a relatively inexpensive
component, feel free to take some design risks.
If it doesn’t work out, it won’t be difficult
to replace since none of the cabinetry, appliances
or countertops will have to be moved. |
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Kitchen
Backsplash Options
When it comes to backsplash options, your
only limit is your imagination – almost anything
goes. Some people choose paint or wallpaper
for their backsplash. We don’t recommend this
because we feel it’s better to protect the
walls from spills and stains with something
more substantial and easier to clean. |
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Tile
Backsplash
The most popular backsplash choice is tile
– which comes is a huge variety of sizes,
colors, textures and shapes. Consider keeping
it simple by choosing the same tile for your
backsplash as you’ve chosen for the floor
– just in a smaller size. This creates a uniform
feel to your kitchen by tying the floor and
backsplash together. Like to add a touch of
character? Select some accent tiles - like
metal or glass – to insert into the tile pattern
of the backsplash. A single border at two-thirds
the height of the backsplash will highlight
the beauty of the space and add character. |
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Glass
and Stone Kitchen Backsplash
Glass and stone mosaics also are a big trend
for kitchen backsplashes. The beauty of mosaics
is unparalleled – and the backsplash is a
great space to show them off since they would
be impractical on most other kitchen surfaces.
For those who like to keep it simple but elegant,
installing the same material you’ve chosen
for your countertop is a good choice. Since
some countertop materials can be costly, a
popular option is to extend the countertop
material 3 or 4 inches up the wall surface
then use a different material for the remaining
14 or 15 inches of the backsplash. Another
popular contemporary concept is to cover the
backsplash with a sheet of glass or stainless
steel for a very clean, modern look. |
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