Whether you’ve been looking at the same tired, plastic laminate for years or you’ve just moved into a new space and refuse to live with it, updating the backsplash in your kitchen will instantly give your home an updated feel.
So you’ve decided to change the backsplash. Now what?
As with all home improvement projects, you should consider the available options against your budget.
The most popular backsplash options include natural stone, ceramic tiles, glass tiles and a stone and glass mix.
With the ever-increasing popularity of the small tile/mosaic feel, tiled backsplashes are becoming available in sheets of small square tiles attached to a form of netting.
This allows you to hang large portions (usually 12″x12″) of the pattern at one time, which saves an abundance of time and stress (regardless of who’s handling the installation).
Expense factors to consider when updating the backsplash include:
- the material itself
- adhesive (mastic, etc.)
- grout
- sealers and waterproofers
- tools to cut the tile when necessary, to apply grout, etc.
- installation (in the event you find it to be a larger undertaking than you previously considered)
Take advantage of the professionals at local home improvement stores that can help you layout patterns, select the right materials for your lifestyle, durability needs, etc.