New Year New Home Series- Make a Splash

Adding a backsplash to your kitchen is a small change that can make a dramatic difference.  It can easily make your kitchen feel bigger, more modern, more homey, or more elegant.  It's easily customizable and in many cases can be installed cheaply and in just one day.  Here are a couple of the most common types of backsplashes which can be added to most kitchens:

Tile

This is definitely the most common as well as the most customizable type of backsplash.  Tile comes in all sizes, colors, and textures.  Smaller tiles often come in sheets that allow you to add a backsplash with little or no use of a tile cutter.  They can be painted to add personal flair, or match the color of your kitchen walls to add just a touch of texture.  Try mixing up the position of the tiles to add a fun twist to traditional placement.

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Tin or other Metals

For a unique alternative to traditional tile, try installing a metal backsplash.  Decorative metal tiles are an intriguing backsplash design idea that brings a refined architectural detail to your kitchen without a lot of effort.   Because of its bold statement a metal backsplash will look best in larger, open kitchens.  Make sure the metal you are using is fire retardant.

Beaded Board

Use beaded board to add a cottage feel to your kitchen.  Make sure your boards are painted in a durable latex enamel paint to allow for easy washing.  This method is quicker and usually less messy than the tile option.

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