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I think the offset looks much better. If you could maybe add another color like the pic above it would look nice too! Putting the tiles straight across like that does not give it any character. -
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absolutely offset! but....I also like the idea of a straight row to change it up a bit....also a different color (or style) in that straight row. -
Staggered like a brick wall. It'll be less noticable if you make any mistakes. -
Thanks again, I so appreciate the comments and suggestions. I think we will go offset, just for the salability alone. If this was going to be our forever house I'd go straight because I love it, but in a transition home it's important to go with the popular opinion. -
Well it depends on what look you're going for. To me, it feels like the off-set is a bit more traditional whereas the straight-set feels a bit more contemporary. I really couldn't tell what look you're going for based on the photos...just couldn't see enough of the whole kitchen. Either way will work...it's just a matter of preference...and a good tile layer who knows what he/she is doing ;-) -
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You won't regret it. -
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offset so if anything is not 100% straight on the countertop you won't see it....then it is called more like subway tile setting, very modern right now. -
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Off setting adds a lot of warmth and character to the kitchen. For some reason straight set looks to institutional? I'd say the off set pattern...post pics when done please? -
From what I have seen, while both patterns are right at home in a contemporary design, the straight set seems to be a little more modern, almost too much so if your house isn't that modern elsewhere. The off set subway pattern seems to have a more wide appeal and more easily matches more design styles. -
Lots of great ideas coming through. But remember one thing. The top is not attached to the tile wall. This top will move with weather and moisture levels changing all the time. Be sure to leave a light gap where the tile touches the top and fill with a silicon based caulk that comes in the same colors as the grout. This will allow movement without cracking. If you simply grout the tile to the counter, water will seep behind causing mold damage to the wall behind the cabinet. -
Thanks for the tip!
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I vote the off set look ... if you're still taking opinions! :) -
i'd go with the offset option too if you haven't already started that project. -
I did go with offset, here's a link to the finished product....glad I listened to everyone! http://www.aswellplacetodwell.com/2012/06/k...
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Kelly, the difference is dramatic. Very nice job. Bravo. -
Hi Kelly,your kitchen looks amazing.
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Thank you! We are so happy with how the tile turned out.
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staggered!
