Design Your Dream Kitchen Backsplash with Floor & Decor Tiles
Upgrading your kitchen backsplash brings the opportunity to amplify your space with eye-catching style. But with so many backsplash options to consider, where do you start? By choosing the right tiles and layout from Floor & Decor, you can create a showstopping focal point that expresses your personal taste.
Follow our tips on selecting tiles, planning creative patterns, and properly installing your backsplash. With the right know-how, you can complete a kitchen project you're sure to enjoy for years to come.
Choosing Backsplash Tiles
The first step is deciding which backsplash tiles best suit your kitchen design and lifestyle. Floor & Decor offers backsplashes in a variety of shapes, sizes, textures, and materials to meet different needs.
Ceramic, Porcelain, Glass, and Stone Options
Ceramic and porcelain tiles stand up well in kitchens. Dense and water-resistant, they resist heat, stains, and moisture. Glass tiles lend eye-catching shine and reflectivity. Elegant marble, granite, and other stone types create upscale appeal. Consider factors like:
- Durability for high-traffic areas
- Ease of cleaning based on texture
- Resistance to heat, grease, and daily wear-and-tear
- Budget, as stone costs more than ceramic or porcelain
Additionally, Floor & Decor carefully curates environmentally-conscious products, using recycled content in their tiles and implementing sustainability initiatives company-wide. This thoughtful sourcing means you can give your kitchen an eco-upgrade.
Colors and Patterns
The design options are nearly endless when considering colors and patterns for your backsplash. Subway tile layouts offer timeless appeal, while patterns like herringbone capture modern farmhouse style. Tiles cut into geometric shapes create captivating visual depth and dimension.
When selecting colors, view tile samples against current kitchen elements like cabinets and countertops for real-life visualization. For a harmonious palette, limit colors and finishes. Or make the backsplash the main event with an eye-popping pop of color.
Calculating How Much Tile is Needed
Once tile selections are finalized, measure the backsplash area's length and height to determine the necessary square footage you'll need. Multiply by 1.15 to allow for off-cuts and waste. Having extra on hand prevents cracks or inconsistencies. Floor & Decor offers competitive pricing, promotions, and bundles on their quality tiles to keep projects on budget.
Design and Installation Planning
Meticulous planning is key for executing your vision. Floor & Decor provides free design services with the guidance to achieve backsplash success.
Tile Layout Patterns
Horizontal, vertical, grid, herringbone, chevron, hexagon, fishscale, basketweave--with limitless layout options, backsplashes make a stylish splash. Sketch your pattern or recreate it virtually with Floor & Decor's online design tools. Ensure grout lines properly align and the installation has continuity. The design team can help troubleshoot any pattern issues.
Preparing the Backsplash Area
The wall surface must be cleared of gloss, residue, or debris so tiles fully adhere. Fill any holes or cracks with sealant. Use painter's tape to map the installation area, marking reference points and measurements as a guide. This prep work provides the ideal smooth foundation.
Setting and Grouting the Tile
With layout charted and workspace prepped, the exciting part begins--applying tile adhesive to mount backsplash tiles inch-by-inch. Use plastic spacers between tiles to achieve uniform spacing consistency. Once the tile adhesive dries completely, mix and apply grout. Let it cure fully (at least 72 hours) before sealing. Expert consultants can address any installation or grouting issues to prevent setbacks.
Completing and Caring for the Backsplash
The final details punch up professional polish while ongoing maintenance preserves your backsplash beauty.
Finishing Touches
Transition areas between the countertop, tub/shower, cabinets, or ceiling use silicone caulk for clean finish lines rather than grout that can crack. Apply caulk neatly then smooth for a seamless look. Lastly, seal the grout and tiles according to package directions. Sealing minimizes staining or water absorption issues over time.
Regular care is central to durability. Gently wipe spills from more porous tiles like natural stone. Use manufacturer-recommended cleaners for each tile type to avoid deterioration or dulling. Reapply sealant yearly or as needed based on traffic, wear patterns, and usage to refresh water resistance and luster.
By leveraging Floor & Decor's variety of quality backsplash tiles and utilizing proper design and installation techniques, it's simpler than ever to actualize your dream aesthetic. The final glittering mosaic, polished porcelain, or glass mosaic backsplash reflects who you are while adding character to your space. Let our tips guide you in creating a kitchen focal point sure to wow guests!