Asked on Jan 24, 2017
Is there any way to cover *raised and textured* tiles in a rental?
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Cori Widen
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Our kitchen is completely tiled, and the tile is raised and textured - not flat - so one of those adhesive backsplashes wouldn't work, not putting different tiles on top. Any rental friendly ways to make the area behind the sink prettier regardless? Thanks Hometalkers!
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Mount, adhere, prop and support with pieces or appliances in front, or drop hang a thin sheet of masonite or plywood that you have painted, tiled or decorated.
Why not consider painting the tiles.
If your tile backsplash's color and texture are both an issue, pressed tin ceiling tiles are an ideal solution for covering them. These tiles come in a variety of raised, decorative patterns, so there's bound to be an option that fits your kitchen's style. Applying them over existing tile is a fairly easy process too. As with painting, you must clean the tile thoroughly with a mildly abrasive cleanser to remove any residue that might prevent the tin from adhering. To adhere the tin to the tile, you can use a caulking gun to apply silicone caulk to the backsplash and pressing the tin into place. For the most polished look, add wood molding around the tin tiles for a finished edge. The silicone caulk stays flexible will hold the tin tiles to the wall, but they can be peeled off and won't damage the tiles underneath.
You can also cover the tiles and play right into the texture but give it a brand new look according to your style. You can remove it for the next tenants so its perfect for rentals.
Like this Hometalker: http://www.hometalk.com/diy/kitchen-dining/backsplashes/cover-an-ugly-tile-backsplash-3691936?expand_all_questions=1
Cover an Ugly Tile Backsplash