Veteran reader of My Home Redux and long-time friend, Terri, asked about kitchen backsplash ideas to go with her granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. She was especially interested in glass tiles but didn't want something so trendy that it would go out of style right away.
Glass tiles are beautiful As long as you use a non-scratch cleanser, they're easy to maintain. To avoid becoming the backsplash equivalent of an avocado refridgerator, just stick to classic designs and colors. The colorless (tends to look like green) and bright blues will likely show their age before more traditional and conservative colors. Also, be sure to coordinate the tile with your countertops for a harmonious look.
Here is an excellent site that gives tips and hints and many links to see glass tiles and designs.
Also, here is a photo gallery of various backsplashes - glass tile, stone, and more - from HGTV.
These two sites are sure to get your creative juices flowing.
[Editor Note: Photo is from homeimprovement.lovetonow.com.]
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I always think a tumbled marble backsplash work really well.
Posted by: Dave | July 24, 2010 at 11:57 AM
I agree with sticking to classic materials but I think stainless and granite is trendy, it's every where.
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In my views, Stainless and Granite is trendy, Glass tiles are really so beautiful As long as we use. Maintenance is not so tedious.
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In my experience the glass tiles are very nice, if used. Maintenance is not so painful. And Its easy to maintain and cheaper.
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Posted by: Landscape maintenance | April 08, 2011 at 12:39 AM
I find your article very interesting. Stainless and granite are all good material to be used. So its up to you what will be your choice.
Posted by: Copper fittings | May 18, 2011 at 07:18 AM
That was a good idea. Backsplash plays an important part in our kitchen. Good article. Hope to do the same idea of yours in my kitchen.
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Kitchen tile backsplash becomes important when it comes to re-design or remodeled kitchen, because kitchen cabinets and counter-tops are associated with it, so it is essential to the style of your kitchen tile backsplash also.
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