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Choosing the Perfect Backsplash for any Room
Sam Lutz • May 08, 2018
You’ve finally convinced your significant other that it’s time to redo the kitchen. Better yet, you’re going to do the bathroom, too. Ok, well, maybe just one room at a time. Either way, you need to figure out how to pick the trendy looking backsplash you’ve wanted ever since you saw how beautiful they looked on your favorite HGTV show. No worries, we’re here to help.
Picking a Color
Much like painting your kitchen, the first thing you need to decide is what color you’re going to go with. The beautiful thing about backsplashes is they really have the ability to make your kitchen pop. Also, picking the wrong color will make it stand out for all the wrong reasons. Save yourself the trouble and go with something neutral.
If you are feeling a bit wild and want an out-of-the-box pattern, just make sure it plays well with the rest of your kitchen or bathroom. How will you know? Just trust your gut. Remember, if you get the color right it can make your kitchen or bathroom really pop.
Picking a Material
Hardwood, laminate, tile, and carpeting are all key considerations for your floor. If you get the floor right, you’re in good shape. Same goes for your backsplash. It can make or break the room.
Not all backsplashes are made out of the same material. You can go with a ceramic tile, brick, wood, or numerous other materials.Most are made out of a ceramic tile, but If you’re the crafty type, a do-it- yourself version can look great – and save you money!
Shape and Size
You’ve seen hundreds of thin rectangle porcelain tile backsplashes. However, that’s not your only option. As far as shapes go, the possibilities are endless, and it really is up to you to decide what you like. Do you want the backsplash to cover the entire wall? Just a thin strip? Perhaps a unique pattern? All are possible. Don’t feel limited to just your ordinary rectangular backsplash behind the faucet or stove.
Cost (Sorry)
Cost depends on material and creativity. The nicer the material, the more it will cost. The more difficult it is to design, the more it will cost. If you’re looking for a nice backsplash, but don’t want to spring for the high cost custom project, just stick with the basics.
Stop in at Ace Paints
At Ace Paint and Unfinished Furniture, we help homeowners pick the perfect colors for any part of their home. To see our huge selection of paint colors, stop in at one of our convenient locations today.
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