Bright Design "The black limba floating shelves are fitted with brightly colored LED light that highlights the cent tiles and causes them to shine," says Patrick Kennedy of Superior Woodcraft.
Put a Cork in It To give a wet bar a dose of witty character, consider a simple DIY project: covering the backsplash area with used corks. "it is a great conversation-starter," says Luke Perisich of Blue Sky Building Company. "If anybody asks, just claim you can not remember drinking those bottles"
Cork Backsplash Close-Up Alternate horizontally and vertically stacked corks.
Glass Act In a contemporary kitchen with white-painted walnut cabinets, designer Ioana Mezei of Primera Interiors SRL added interest with a unique backsplash. "We customized wallpaper with chef Jamie Oliver's hamburger recipe and coated it with ultra-clear glass," she explains. The result is entertaining, easy to adapt to your own tastes (choose your own favorite recipe, quote or other writing) and easy to wipe clean.
Seashell Chic Seashells gathered during the homeowner's family excursions to the ocean were the ideal option to make a personalized backsplash at a holiday home. Designer Kelli Kaufer of Kelli Kaufer Designs attached the seashells into the wall using an all-in-one sanded grout, available at any hardware store. No additional grouting required! "Employ a transparent sealer once it is dry to make the backsplash much easier to wash later," states Kaufer.
Top Choice For the media-room pub she designed for a spirits fan in Austin, Texas, designer Natalie Howe used classic bottle caps set in lilac-colored grout. "I sourced the caps by way of a collector at North Carolina," she states. "It is fun, vibrant and always brings a smile -- that mixes perfectly with cocktail hour"
Cute as a Button Designer Kelli Kaufer made this one-of-a-kind backsplash with her client's prized collection of buttons (and a few extras bought at garage sales and crafts stores). "I utilized a double-sided sticky mat," she says. "Employ the mat to the wall and start putting the buttons. You may choose to use the back side of these buttons as there are fewer ridges. When the buttons are in place, apply a non-sanded grout exactly like you would grout tile. This can help hold the buttons set up."
Quirky Charm In a kitchen with a gingham-patterned ceiling, an out-of-the-ordinary backsplash is a fitting addition.
Rock Solid Incorporating exterior materials can provide interior spaces an excess dimension of texture and interest. Case in point: a house in Calgary, Alberta's basement bar. "We used an whole wall of fabricated stone for the backsplash," states Fire Ant Contracting. The outcome is masculine, rustic and rich.
Second Time Around For the kitchen of a holiday house in Portland, Ore., designer Michelle Ruber of Encircle Design and Build desired a stylish and low-maintenance material that would resist a high-traffic environment. She discovered her solution in an unlikely location: "The backsplash is that the old pony wall in the basement that was eliminated during the remodel," she says. "We had the wood planed then applied it to the backsplash, which attracted into a warm texture and history of the first arrangement. We used a durable marine-grade varnish to protect and properly seal the wood."
Shining Example To provide a bar area a luxe look, designer Mariette Barsoum, CKD, of Divine Design Build chose to highlight the tumbled marble flooring with copper to match the sink. "A large decorative aluminum panel generates an eye catching focus," she says.
Good Connection In a kitchen with an open design, it may be difficult to connect the workspace to adjacent living spaces. Here, designer Robin Baron utilized an extra-tall stone-tile backsplash to help connect the kitchen and casual dining area and create an intriguing mix of patterns. "Great design is all about the balancing of layers," she says. "This combined stone patterned backsplash along with the bold tapestry on the banquette make an intriguing and inviting space for the family."
Modern Rustic In a workspace that takes just as much abuse as a family room, it's essential to select materials that can stand up to daily usage. Travis Arnett of Arnett Construction picked a rustic oak plank for the backsplash of the room, but with a twist: "I utilized Mohawk's rustic walnut plank tiles instead of true wood," he says.
(Coco)nutty Idea If you enjoy the idea of decorating with natural materials, consider this unusual alternative: 12-inch "tiles" created from reclaimed coconut cubes. "They're very simple to install," says designer Kelli Kaufer. "Following the directions, you apply glue to the wall and then stick the squares in place." For easier maintenance in the future, finish with a clear sealant. "They add great texture, creating an earthy look that is suitable for the relaxed, vintage style of the kitchen absolutely," she states.
Basket Case In a slick, modern kitchen, feel can be the very best way to add dramatic interest. In this space, designer Laure Antonetti Schutze of L. Antonetti Design chose a rich metallic basket weave for the area behind the cooktop. "Our customer wanted a kitchen backsplash using a 'wow' factor," she states. "We utilized a woven aluminum that's not only amazing but a conversation piece for the space"
Copper Care Through the years copper will obviously develop a rich patina; to maintain the original shine, use sealant, as the designers did in this endeavor.
Geometry Lesson If you like the idea of a patterned backsplash that won't go out of fashion, consider a simple geometric pattern: stripes, diamonds or zigzags, for example. To create this chevron outcome, designer Kelli Kaufer used hand-cut stained glass. She bought three different colours, cut them in to 1-inch broad by 3-inch extended angled pieces, and applied to the wall using a double-sided sticky mat. Afterward, she grouted with a non-sanded grout. "This backsplash may work with many distinct styles," states Kaufer. "Depending on the colour of these glass bits, you can either go daring, developing a stylish, contemporary look, or dull, for a classic, sophisticated style."
Ski Style For the backsplash in the kitchen of the ski chalet, designer Kelli Kaufer turned into her client's hobby for inspiration, creating a backsplash covered with bits of old fashioned. "The homeowner had a couple of old spat around and we found a few more at a regional second-hand shop," says Kaufer. She used a circular saw to cut the skis into 2" x 2" pieces, glued them into the wall using glue made for metal, and filled the gaps between the ski bits with small mosaic tiles. Regular sanded grout holds the pieces in place. "The backsplash adds whimsy," she says. "And, it is easy to clean. Skis are designed to take a beating"
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