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MAKING A SPLASH
Kitchen Backsplash Options
If you are looking for an inexpensive way to give your old, boring kitchen a much needed face lift, a new backsplash
could be just the prescription you need. When flooring and cabinets are dark tones, a lighter tone backsplash
might really compliment your kitchen well. Dark colors can make a room appear smaller, so complimenting with light colors
can really "open" up your kitchen. If your flooring and cabinets are light tones, then darker or brighter tiles will serve you well.
Dark or bright colors will stand out and make the backpslash the main asset of your kitchen.
HERE ARE THE TOP FIVE MATERIALS FOR 2008:
1. GLASS
Glass is one of the most popular choices for backsplashes today. Glass kitchen tiles require very little maintenance,
and are easy to clean. Very few materials can have the aesthetic value and variety that glass offers.
Your decorating options are unlimited. Create a basic design consisting of just one or two solid colors,
or go for highly artistic, complex patterns depending upon the look you want to achieve.
2. METAL
Typically used as accent tiles, metal is a great way to add another design element to your kitchen. These tiles tend to have
a raised pattern and most typically are made of nickel or pewter although rustic iron and stainless steel
are becoming popular. Metal tiles can be mixed with stone and are a great way to tie in the metal from your appliances.
3. GRANITE
A granite backsplash is an extremely popular choice because it is beautiful, extremely durable and comes in a wide variety
of patterns and color. It will not blister, scratch, or crack, making it perfect for harsh kitchen environments.
4. CERAMIC
Ceramic tiles have been a standard in backsplashes for years. They are the most economical if materials used and come in a
wide variety of colors and styles. Their superior durability and great aesthetic appeal make ceramic a great choice.
5. STONE
Few material are as tolerant and accepting as natural stone. It is durable and comes in a wide variety of colors and patterns to suit
the style of your kitchen. Color choices are sometimes best left to muted earth tones of creamy beige,
subtle gold, or coffee brown. Tiles that appear authentically aged and worn will more aptly convey feelings of warmth.
It is durable and comes in a wide variety.
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