Use Decorative Tile For Kitchen and Bath Backsplashes

Both the kitchen and bathroom backsplash areas behind the sink are central focal points. Eyes are naturally drawn to this area whenever someone walks into the room or is standing at the sink area. If you would like to make a bold statement and greatly enhance the backsplashes in your kitchen and bathroom, there are many choices. A typical kitchen backsplash is a rather large area and is a prime location to install decorative ceramic tile.

The design you choose can be as large or as small as you like and the height depends on how much space is available. There are both practical and aesthetic advantages to tiling this area. First, you will protect your kitchen wall from grease splatters, moisture and heat and will not have to be concerned with doing any drywall repair and/or re-painting as a result of these elements causing damage to the area. Secondly, you do not have to use dull, plain tiles to cover this vital area.

You could use a tile mural with a unique design to add a much needed splash of color above your counter tops. Since you use the kitchen daily, be sure to choose a design that you find appealing and one you will be happy with for many years into the future. The general rule of thumb is: if your backsplash is large-use larger tiles but if it is limited in space, go with small tiles. For the kitchen, consider the type of kitchen you have to help you choose an appropriate theme. For instance, if your kitchen is rustic and has a bit of a country theme, consider installing a tiled backsplash that involves nature scenes such as trees or animals from nature such as deer, bear or birds.

You can border the decorative tile with a darker color to make the area stand out. In the bathroom, mosaic glass tiles are a great choice for the backsplash. This type of tile offers an appearance that cannot be achieved with conventional tiles as the vibrant and deep nature of the tile paired with the reflective quality of glass results in a extraordinary effect.

Glass tiles are not only beautiful but they are easy to keep clean and they do not become discolored from substances being splashed on them such as toothpaste, aftershave lotion and other common bathroom products. You can simply spray the glass tile backsplash with conventional window cleaner to shine the area quickly if water marks appear. This type of tile looks amazing with small spotlights installed overhead which point on the area, resulting in a dazzling and very attractive focal point in any bathroom.