Whatever you select, make sure you've thoroughly researched the difficulties of maintaining odd grout lines (fish scale tiles), rough surfaces (natural unglazed/ multi-dimensional stone), easily stained surfaces (marble), highly reflective surfaces (which can show every smudge and stain), and height of backsplash (do you really want to climb a ladder to clean backsplash tiles that continue to ceiling height?).
For peace of mind, avoid white grout and wide grout lines. The grout/epoxy you select can make a huge difference in how much cleaning will be needed.
I hate my kitchen backsplash. I thought I would do a simple white subway tile but it doesn't seem to really match the granite. I don't want anything too trendy. Do yo...
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Just got new countertops installed to find out my wall that the backsplash will be installed is is wavy, is it easier to use mud and build up the wall or use the back...
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Ok I need everyone opinion. Painted my kitchen cabinets last year and want different tile but it’s not in the budget. I have been looking at some videos of painting...
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So do you normally install the backsplash tile flush with the end of the countertop or flush with the outside edge/end of the upper cabinetry? My countertop is not ve...
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I saw this idea in a magazine and am wanting to try it. Of course I am going to paint the brick, white I think. But I want white cabinets as well. Any thoughts? To...
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Pam...I love the metal look...kinda farm house to me!
See if these excite you.
https://sebringdesignbuild.com/top-trends-in-kitchen-backsplash-design/
https://www.hgtv.com/design/rooms/kitchens/30-splashy-kitchen-backsplashes-pictures
https://www.decoraid.com/blog/kitchen-backsplash-ideas-2019
Whatever you choose, make sure it compliments the style and age of the home.
It seems like the subway time is extremely popular right now!
I think subway tile is still in but try laying it in a new pattern, like herringbone.
Whatever you select, make sure you've thoroughly researched the difficulties of maintaining odd grout lines (fish scale tiles), rough surfaces (natural unglazed/ multi-dimensional stone), easily stained surfaces (marble), highly reflective surfaces (which can show every smudge and stain), and height of backsplash (do you really want to climb a ladder to clean backsplash tiles that continue to ceiling height?).
For peace of mind, avoid white grout and wide grout lines. The grout/epoxy you select can make a huge difference in how much cleaning will be needed.