Thanks for the tips. I feel it is also important to consider the texture of the tiles used as well as colour of the grout. Smooth tiles and darker-colored grouts at the cooktop area are definitely much much easier to clean and maintain for those who cook heavily (e.g. lots of frying).
I have really been struggling with the design of my kitchen backsplash, and never considered the fundamental difference between tiles as a design feature/focal point vs tiles as a backdrop to staging of kitchen decor. My decision has suddenly become a very clear choice! Thank Design Chickee! You have given me simple and transformative advice, as always!
Very helpful! I am in the process of updating a basement bathroom that's drywalled and want to add tile backslash to the vanity wall. Actually think all the walls should be tiled in a basement because of humidity which causes mold and mildew and has no window.
Thank you. Excellent concepts to consider while I look. One more is size of pattern. I've been looking at backsplash.(I'm someone who will go to 4 different stores to consider EVERY design possible ) My kitchen backsplash is a very narrow space. It's a small kitchen I'm learning large tiles or patterns may not be the best for narrow space. So I'm looking at smaller pattern tiles instead of large pattern ones.
Helpful tips, thank you ! Actually I consider using the same tile on the backsplash and on the floor. I’ve seen an interior designer do that , and l loved how it visually extended the room further … and it keeps the colors and textures minimal too . Do you have any ideas or caveat about this ?
When we were designing our brand new kitchen, we found the granite (Costa Smerelda), and cabinets (deep cherry brown), but it wasn’t till I found the backsplash that it all came together. Glass tiles of blues, sea green, and tan.
I read Edward Casper's comment. I had the same thought that countertops could be continued as a backsplash. Then I remembered the tile counters of yesteryear. How practical. No laminate peel there. Fashion madness is it not? Do a history video of kitchens, rock hearth, wood, vinyl, tile to date please.
Thank you for producing this video. What about kitchen tile material? I was told to choose ceramic for the kitchen and not marble or porcelain. Can you talk about this guideline?
I have a question. Can you mix texture of your backsplash. For example if you are doing a herringbone pattern can you mix glossy and flat tiles in the same color? Or can you use a light and darker shade of the same color?
Is it necessary to use tile for a backsplash? My current kitchen backsplash uses the same laminate as the countertop which works rather well (there's no grout to seal or otherwise maintain). I've also seen Corian, cultured marble, granite, and quartz backsplashes (which can get quite pricey). I'm thinking about replacing my current countertop as the laminate is detaching from the underlying surface in spots, so I'm looking at all of my options.
@@Designchickee I'm probably going to go with a nice porcelain tile that comes in 2 foot by 6 inch pieces, and will compliment the concrete colored quartz countertop I've chosen. The dealer keeps this color in stock so I don't have to purchase an entire quartz slab (which is a major consideration in my very small kitchen). It has the look of smaller tile, but will minimize the amount of grout I need. I'm going with a grout color that will blend in so the pattern of the tile itself stands out. Again, thanks for the helpful feedback.
I am down to the wire and having to choose the backsplash for my new remodeled kitchen. I will have a blue pearl granite countertop. I don't want to emphasize the blue, but more so the black, gray and silver that's in the granite. I have been to several stores multiple times looking for backsplash that will compliment my countertop. I am so undecided and afraid I will choose the wrong backsplash. I want my countertop to be the focal point. My cabinets will be white. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!!💕
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Thanks for the tips. I feel it is also important to consider the texture of the tiles used as well as colour of the grout. Smooth tiles and darker-colored grouts at the cooktop area are definitely much much easier to clean and maintain for those who cook heavily (e.g. lots of frying).
Great bite sized video…..👍
What an amazing video, I love it, thank you
I have really been struggling with the design of my kitchen backsplash, and never considered the fundamental difference between tiles as a design feature/focal point vs tiles as a backdrop to staging of kitchen decor. My decision has suddenly become a very clear choice! Thank Design Chickee! You have given me simple and transformative advice, as always!
These are great practical tips!
Nice helpful video !! 😊👍🏽
Perfect! After watching this, I just made two tile decisions. Thanks.
Thanks. Nice insight
Very helpful! I am in the process of updating a basement bathroom that's drywalled and want to add tile backslash to the vanity wall. Actually think all the walls should be tiled in a basement because of humidity which causes mold and mildew and has no window.
thank you & well explained
Helpful as always 😃
Thank you. Excellent concepts to consider while I look.
One more is size of pattern. I've been looking at backsplash.(I'm someone who will go to 4 different stores to consider EVERY design possible )
My kitchen backsplash is a very narrow space. It's a small kitchen I'm learning large tiles or patterns may not be the best for narrow space. So I'm looking at smaller pattern tiles instead of large pattern ones.
Thank you, this was very helpful.
You're welcome! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Sage advice. Thank you
great video! very helpful.
Great tips !!
I see in your examples tile extending above open shelving. Can this apply to the space above cabinets that do not extend to the ceiling?
Always love your videos.
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Helpful tips, thank you ! Actually I consider using the same tile on the backsplash and on the floor. I’ve seen an interior designer do that , and l loved how it visually extended the room further … and it keeps the colors and textures minimal too . Do you have any ideas or caveat about this ?
When we were designing our brand new kitchen, we found the granite (Costa Smerelda), and cabinets (deep cherry brown), but it wasn’t till I found the backsplash that it all came together. Glass tiles of blues, sea green, and tan.
I read Edward Casper's comment. I had the same thought that countertops could be continued as a backsplash. Then I remembered the tile counters of yesteryear. How practical. No laminate peel there. Fashion madness is it not? Do a history video of kitchens, rock hearth, wood, vinyl, tile to date please.
Thank you for producing this video. What about kitchen tile material? I was told to choose ceramic for the kitchen and not marble or porcelain. Can you talk about this guideline?
I have a question. Can you mix texture of your backsplash. For example if you are doing a herringbone pattern can you mix glossy and flat tiles in the same color? Or can you use a light and darker shade of the same color?
Not tile related: I adore your designchickee logo. Did you design it? It’s perfect.
My graphic designer cousin perfected my concept! I'll let her know! Thanks!
Is it necessary to use tile for a backsplash? My current kitchen backsplash uses the same laminate as the countertop which works rather well (there's no grout to seal or otherwise maintain). I've also seen Corian, cultured marble, granite, and quartz backsplashes (which can get quite pricey). I'm thinking about replacing my current countertop as the laminate is detaching from the underlying surface in spots, so I'm looking at all of my options.
It does not have to be tile… but that’s what this video focuses on. Thanks for watching!
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Thanks for the feedback.
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I'm probably going to go with a nice porcelain tile that comes in 2 foot by 6 inch pieces, and will compliment the concrete colored quartz countertop I've chosen. The dealer keeps this color in stock so I don't have to purchase an entire quartz slab (which is a major consideration in my very small kitchen). It has the look of smaller tile, but will minimize the amount of grout I need. I'm going with a grout color that will blend in so the pattern of the tile itself stands out. Again, thanks for the helpful feedback.
I am down to the wire and having to choose the backsplash for my new remodeled kitchen. I will have a blue pearl granite countertop. I don't want to emphasize the blue, but more so the black, gray and silver that's in the granite.
I have been to several stores multiple times looking for backsplash that will compliment my countertop. I am so undecided and afraid I will choose the wrong backsplash. I want my countertop to be the focal point. My cabinets will be white. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!!💕