Sanity Check on Backsplash
Hi Everyone, I need some help with a backsplash selection.
Myself along with two sisters are remodeling a very small 7' x 9' kitchen in a condo which we share. The before photo is attached.
We have demoded the space and will be going back with white shaker style cabinets and hoping to reuse the brown granite.
For the backsplash we are considering Crystaline Waves with a small accent of color.
http://www.glazziotiles.com/default.aspx?page=item+detail&itemcode=C08-W
Also attached is a photo of our sample (sorry for the shadow), although the granite used in the photo is a close match but our actual granite is darker and has a little more movement.
We wanted something beachy and all agreed we liked it in the store but now have cold feet. Will this look Ok in the small space or is it too bold or simply too much, is this a more expensive version of the dreaded "paint chip" mistake I've made in the past.
All advice is welcome
Thanks in advance!
Comments (6)
herbflavor
7 years ago
eam44
7 years agolast modified: 7 years agoI agree with herb, granite and proposed tile do not go well together. That granite seems to be out of place in that setting, but quite honestly, so is the tile. If you want to keep the granite, consider a mother-of-pearl shell tile mosaic like the one below.
IF you're open to replacing the granite with white Corian - it is a very small counter (7'?) - you can consider beach-y ceramic tiles. The tiles below are from Fireclay Tile in the Wave shape, shown in Caribbean and Crater Lake, Sea Glass, and Jade. Below these are rectangular tiles by Heath Ceramics with some color variations that look beautiful together.
Another option would be to check out local tile artists for a mural-like installation. You get to support local artists and add art to your wall.
You know, you could just keep that kitchen completely white with a white bs, and introduce color with accent items like dishware and glasses.
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