Discretionary dollars are hard to come by these days. The millennials are paying off student loans, the generation x’ers are paying ever – increasing college tuitions for their offspring, while often dealing with ill or aging parents and the baby boomers are silently marching into retirement and learning to live on a fixed income.
If custom cabinetry and high – end appliances are not in the budget now, think about adding a backsplash. This design element is a relatively simple and cost – effective quick fix that makes a huge visual impact.
While open concept kitchens offer vast counter space and work areas on islands and peninsulas, the wall space, typically, is minimal. In the overall scheme of re – design, backsplashes take up very little real estate. Working with a small area allows the homeowner to buy a minimal amount of high dollar materials to achieve a maximum “wow” factor.
For a backsplash, the look today is anything goes.
• Stone, marble, brick and granite can all be utilized on a wall. These materials contrast well with solid color counters, and add a touch of elegance.
• Metallic materials, like copper, stainless steel and even tin flashing add that sparkle and pair well with the industrial look that is trending today.
• Using colored back – lit glass gives an ultra-modern slant to any space, and is an excellent way to introduce a “pop of color”.
• Sustainable products, such as cork or bamboo are increasing in popularity.
When choosing the backsplash material for your project let your creativity and imagination run rampant. Inter – space hand painted artistic ceramic or porcelain tiles with the classic, and ever popular, white subway tile for a one of a kind statement. For a truly unique look,cover the wall area with fabric or photographs, and have a custom glass panel mounted over the wall.
The possibilities are endless. Contact us and let our design experts show you the way to a beautiful, and affordable, new space.