Trying to choose my Accent tile for the kitchen
I thought I had one picked out, but I am having second thoughts.
Idea1, was to introduce a little pop of color by lining a slender row of arabesque tiles above my shelf in between the white subway tile. I actually still really like this idea. However, I think once the shelf is in and I start designing and choosing what to put on the shelf.. that the tile in the back might make it too busy
idea2 is to leave the tiles above the shelf as subway tiles. This leaves a clean slate to put whatever I want on the shelf and have that be the focus. So Instead I was going to do the over the stove accent tile. However, I don't like the over the stove with the colored tile from above. I think it makes it too heavy. However, I do love these neutral calacatta tiles that would look nice over the stove.
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Pictures of tiles in my kitchen
THANKS!
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Comments (9)Agree with everyone who says to wait if possible..you should look at the materials as they're to be installed..tile will be vertical-you should place it perpendicular to the countertop..or to the sample of the countertop:) When everything is just lying together horizontally you can't get a true picture..the color of the surfaces changes with the light, the light changes with a different angle. And in a different time of a day. Also, photos are often deceiving, as was already mentioned. It's not that the backsplash can't be chosen on an earlier stage-I did chose mine before I even knew the countertops etc. But yes, it was hard. If you can wait-wait. Also, about the beveled tile. In case you decide to go with it. Harder to work with, because of the cuts..something to plan on in advance, ask the installers how they'll go about it, etc. Actually, whatever you choose-think how you're going to finish the tile. Not one person mentioned it to us during the whole remodel, not the GC, not his subs, not the designer in the store(she was magnificent btw-but has she ever been to our house? no, she just advises about tiles-)and I didn't know about these forums yet:) Then months go by, lol, and they come to install the backsplash. We have the tile for several months already, so we're thinking we're good. Then it appears we need to order additional tiles to finish nicely, and it being a custom tile. takes another three weeks....See MoreHaving trouble choosing backsplash tiles to go with my new kitchen!
Comments (9)Something I learned here is that when you can't match the backsplash tile to the counter, match it to the cabinets. That doesn't mean it has to be boring. I'm assuming the stove is on the back wall, hidden from the main view, and since that's the typical focal point, you might want the tile to provide more interest than you usually see with elaborate cabinets. You have strong shapes in the cabinets and in the plank floor, so I think you just want a little touch of something special. I'd like a square tile at the counter and a subway above it. I love how this bottom row of squares is built out. The field tile is actually squares, which would be very traditional and give you a bit of relief from all the rectangles, but it could also be done with subways above. It would be pretty with all cream tiles too. I think squares at the counter need something to separate them from the subway field tile. They used multi-colored 1" mosaic here, with a very subtle touch of black. With mosaics, you can pop out tiles and sub in others to control the color. Because there's a lot of lighter colors, it doesn't look like a black racing stripe around the room. Often a pencil liner is used but I wouldn't recommend a solid black liner. This would be a pretty transition from your black counters to cream subways. The faded black tiles would pull in the gray floor too. This is gorgeous where they used long subways at the counter, a row of natural stone mini mosaic, and 2x6 subways above. You have to click on it to see the details. You can see that this is a busy kitchen but the layering of tiles doesn't make it too much. I hope you and your tiler knows not to tile your side splashes. I don't know what that counter piece is along the one wall. Maybe it's just resting there....See MoreHi. I’m trying to finish my remodeled kitchen with a back splash. Help
Comments (13)OK, I don't like the tile I posted and wish I'd been more precise. You're not going to go wrong with white subway, but if you wanted permission to walk a little bit on the wilder side, I think your kitchen could pull it off. What I was trying to suggest was a shape idea, like this perhaps. I disagree about using a traditionally laid herringbone accent, especially with a thick border. I would think it was too stodgy if this were my little kitchen, (except maybe the sideways pattern in eam's first two examples.) If you want an accent and use subway, you could also consider a stack or a chevron pattern. Here they use that pattern for the whole backsplash. Or do the BS in matte tile and the accent tile in a gloss finish. Or lean a large, funky handmade ceramic plate behind your range and support a starving artist. Your kitchen is darling. You didn't ask but I'd paint the stools. I'm just full of good ideas for your time and money, aren't I?...See More
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5 years agoI’m not sure about tile placement, but I can tell you the Hudson tiles look really good installed. I used them on my fireplace.
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5 years agoOh thank you. It is helpful to see a large are of it.
This was also an option. I think I am leaning towards.
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5 years agolast modified: 5 years agoHere are some pictures of how my cabinets are organized, for those who are worried about me. As you will see in all the pictures, I can reach all the second shelf items without tippy toeing. Which means I have access to THREE shelfs without a step ladder.
First cabinet by the windowtop shelf - cups we buy from traveling and don't use.
next shelf down - cook books that I rarely use.
----- Below is all within reach
next shelf down. Plates and bowls that I can reach.
next shelf down - mugs we use regularly.
Shelf below it - I plan to put a couple of glass cups for easy access.. Was thinking of getting one of those tiered shelfs.
Next cabinet above the sink - glass.Top shelf will be more stuff we store in the kitchen but don't actually use. (last time I went to Bali I wanted to get this gorgeous tea set, but had no where in my old kitchen to put it. this would be perfect for something like that. )
next shelf down - expensive glass wear we don't use.. like at all.
----- Below is all within reach
Next shelf down. Cool looking mugs we use sometimes to cook in.
Next shelf down more plates and bowsls
open shelf - sink stuff, measuring cup, measuring spoons hung. maybe a plant
Next cabinet - large onetop shelf shot glass we got from travels. Haven't got them up yet.
Next shelf down Extra Costco items storgage.
----- Below is all within reach
Next shelf down tall items I can reach here, large boxes, oils ( as you see)
Next shelf down I have seasonings for now, but they aren't staying there, This will be for more food box storage.
open shelf - Flour, sugar, rice, pasta containers
Cabinet by the fridge.Top shelf will be more stuff we store in the kitchen but don't actually use.
Next shelf down drinking and cooking wines. ( I don't drink but my 6'2 Fiance does partake in wine every now and then. )
----- Below is all within reach
Next shelf down had plastic plates and cups - this isn't staying there and will probably be adjusted to cereals or somethings.
Next shelf down is all my teas.
Open shelf - Not sure yet.
On top of this I have the tallest 24 inch pantry that I still have yet to fill up. and a bank of 24 inch draws I have to fill up with stuff. It is not organized yet just stuff thrown in for now.
i think I am good o.O
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