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| This tile installation is currently underway by Hamilton's Kitchen Specialist, Jeff Hirlemann. |
The Kitchen; a hub of the home! In this room, we spend much time with our families and friends making great food and even better memories.
Once upon a time, the back splash in a kitchen was purely functional; the tiled section protected your wall underneath from the daily splatters that come hand-in-hand with trying new recipes. Now, a back splash is a perfect chance for you to subtly express your personality, and add a different tone to your cooking space. The material options are endless as the current back splash can feature anything from standard tiles to stunning stainless steel.
If you're trying to envision your dream kitchen, does tile have a space? We rounded up some helpful tips from home decor experts for selecting the best back splash for your space, and to ensure that you love the healthy hub of your home for years to come!
1. Watch Your Tone
What is the overall tone, or voice, of the kitchen that you're going for? Is it sleek and contemporary, featuring subtle patterns of stainless steel and slick colors or something more traditional with an ivory tiled surface? This is an important place to start in your design ideas, as you want to capture the personality of your space, and avoid any design mistakes. Consider your materials, colors and sizes so that your vision and visit our Houzz design idea books for more inspirations.
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| The hanging lamps mimic the back splash in this custom design |
2. Consider The Layout
Vertical, horizontal, diagonal and more! Which way do you want your tiled back splash to lay? Consider the orientation of the tiles, as changing which way they lay can change the overall feel of your kitchen.
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| This custom Hamilton kitchen features a rustic brick design. |
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| These tiny tiles lay in a horizontal pattern, featuring neutral tones. |
3. Be Yourself!
As always, make sure you select a style that will make you happy! Your custom back splash in the kitchen of your dreams is a great place for you to put an additional pop of your individual style. We can't wait to see what you will create!
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| Image via www.housebeautiful.com |
Browse the web, visit our webpage or check out Pinterest to gather new ideas for your custom home!
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