New kitchen backsplash installation?

8gv · 01-22-2017, 03:05 PM

The area above our granite backsplash is just paint on drywall. Wifey desires something easier to clean that looks nice and isn't instantly "dated".

I figure the folks on this forum are a stylish bunch, staying ahead of the trends.

What shall we have installed there?

Who is the local keeper of kitchen backsplash materials and knowledge?

Who shall I seek for installation?

Thanks!

Merrymeeting · 01-22-2017, 05:03 PM

How good are you at tiling? Tile can be a classic, beautiful, backsplash if done well.

Woody38 · 01-22-2017, 06:17 PM

We had floor tile installed by Sheehan Tile Works. Fantastic job done neatly without any mess. Fair pricing, done right.

Contact:

Garrett Sheehan 603-832-6198

Sheehan Tileworks. Tile Contractor - Belmont, NH. Projects ...

www.Sheehantile.com

ishoot308 · 01-22-2017, 07:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 8gv

The area above our granite backsplash is just paint on drywall. Wifey desires something easier to clean that looks nice and isn't instantly "dated".

I figure the folks on this forum are a stylish bunch, staying ahead of the trends.

What shall we have installed there?

Who is the local keeper of kitchen backsplash materials and knowledge?

Who shall I seek for installation?

Thanks!

How about solid highly polished midnight black granite tile on point in a diamond pattern with inlays that match colors and style of kitchen. Size of tile would determine height of backsplash. In example a 12" square tile on point would give you a 17" backsplash. If that's too big get a smaller tile I would go with a light gray 1/8" sealed grout joints. This looks great especially if you have stainless appliances!

Good Luck!

Dan

DesertDweller · 01-22-2017, 08:00 PM

We have a mosaic tile backsplash in our primary home but just did a subway tile backsplash when we had new countertops installed in our NH house last year. It was my wife's call and I was a bit skeptical when she chose it but it came out very nice. Was told it is a very popular choice these days. Very easy to keep clean. He used Moultonborough Paint to do the installation and they did a good job.

8gv · 01-22-2017, 08:47 PM

I expected to hear tile as a suggested material.

I have done quite a bit of tile work in my previous residence and a house I built years ago. Wifey forbids DIY projects now that we are retired.

As I see it there are three questions:

What material? Tile, ?, ?...

Where does one get advice on what looks good these days?

Who supplies and installs?

Granite State Glass has a colored sheet glass option available. We would have to go with a custom color and of course like any color choice we are married to it for a long time.

Biggd · 01-23-2017, 09:32 AM

I would stay away from a dark color. It's always going to look dirty because of water splash marks. Subway tiles are probably the easiest and least expensive for a backsplash and never really go out of style. If you go with the latest trend you will find that trend is out of style quickly.
I had a friend of mine put wood looking floor tile on his back splash. While I thought it looked good it's probably a trend that he will regret a few years from now.

Woody38 · 01-23-2017, 07:34 PM

First consider the color of cabinets and floor.
Our last kitchen remodel (9 so far) has solid cherry cabinets ( Burgundy stain) with granite (Columbo). I understand some don't choose Columbo because of the cost. This one cost $3,500 including the sealer and there is a lot of granite with the large island and counters on 3 walls. Backsplash is subway tile. Columbo has motion and reddish, maroon and gray colors. Tiles are sort of gray with what I call a salmon color.
The new floor is red oak with clear poly.

In the end you will have a good looking kitchen. It is not difficult to apply tile but you need to be aware of the outlets et. prior to applying. Good idea to apply generous amount of caulk to cabinet and wall joint first. Then apply clear caulk when finished with grout.

Best on the project.

We had Sheehan Tileworks do floor tile at the lake.

I am a retired workaholic and continuing aquaholic.

LongBay · 01-23-2017, 08:27 PM

We had Sheehan Tile Works do our backsplash and were very happy with the work Garrett did.

trigger finger · 02-01-2017, 09:43 PM

If you want perfection from a craftsman on a tile backsplash I would only recommend one person who I believe to be the best in the business. His name is Mike Comer from comers carpet and flooring in Merrimack New Hampshire. His number is 603-423-0100
I attached a couple of pictures of a backsplash he did for us.

8gv · 02-01-2017, 10:38 PM

That looks great!

Nice colors!

Woody38 · 02-02-2017, 03:47 PM

I love granite that flows. Looks great.

I am a retired workaholic and continuing aquaholic.

Pineedles · 02-03-2017, 11:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Woody38

I love granite that flows. Looks great.

I am a retired workaholic and continuing aquaholic.

Funny. Granite flows.

MAXUM · 02-08-2017, 06:30 PM

Ya know doing a tile backsplash like that is really easy to do yourself. The only thing that you really need to have it come out right is a very good wet saw, some ability to measure and a little patience.

I personally am a big fan of the tumbled travertine tile, just have to make sure it is well sealed after it's installed. It's easy to work with too, far easier to cut because I think it's basically limestone.

8gv · 02-08-2017, 08:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MAXUM

Ya know doing a tile backsplash like that is really easy to do yourself. The only thing that you really need to have it come out right is a very good wet saw, some ability to measure and a little patience.

I personally am a big fan of the tumbled travertine tile, just have to make sure it is well sealed after it's installed. It's easy to work with too, far easier to cut because I think it's basically limestone.

Yes, I agree. I have four tile floors and one tile counter top under my belt. My wet saw and tile breakers still work. Wifey says "You're retired, pay a pro to do it."

I'd rather go fishing and come home to a finished project anyway.

01-22-2017, 03:05 PM	#1
8gv Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 2,009 Thanks: 61 Thanked 701 Times in 455 Posts	New kitchen backsplash installation? The area above our granite backsplash is just paint on drywall. Wifey desires something easier to clean that looks nice and isn't instantly "dated". I figure the folks on this forum are a stylish bunch, staying ahead of the trends. What shall we have installed there? Who is the local keeper of kitchen backsplash materials and knowledge? Who shall I seek for installation? Thanks!

02-01-2017, 09:43 PM	#10
trigger finger Junior Member Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 9 Thanks: 4 Thanked 7 Times in 2 Posts	If you want perfection from a craftsman on a tile backsplash I would only recommend one person who I believe to be the best in the business. His name is Mike Comer from comers carpet and flooring in Merrimack New Hampshire. His number is 603-423-0100 I attached a couple of pictures of a backsplash he did for us. Attached Images

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01-22-2017, 05:03 PM	#2
Merrymeeting Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Merrymeeting Lake, New Durham Posts: 2,217 Thanks: 299 Thanked 795 Times in 365 Posts	How good are you at tiling? Tile can be a classic, beautiful, backsplash if done well.

01-22-2017, 06:17 PM	#3
Woody38 Senior Member Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 564 Thanks: 46 Thanked 104 Times in 75 Posts	We had floor tile installed by Sheehan Tile Works. Fantastic job done neatly without any mess. Fair pricing, done right. Contact: Garrett Sheehan 603-832-6198 Sheehan Tileworks. Tile Contractor - Belmont, NH. Projects ... www.Sheehantile.com

01-22-2017, 08:00 PM	#5
DesertDweller Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Las Vegas, NV and Moultonborough, NH Posts: 361 Thanks: 24 Thanked 84 Times in 70 Posts	We have a mosaic tile backsplash in our primary home but just did a subway tile backsplash when we had new countertops installed in our NH house last year. It was my wife's call and I was a bit skeptical when she chose it but it came out very nice. Was told it is a very popular choice these days. Very easy to keep clean. He used Moultonborough Paint to do the installation and they did a good job.

01-22-2017, 08:47 PM	#6
8gv Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 2,009 Thanks: 61 Thanked 701 Times in 455 Posts	I expected to hear tile as a suggested material. I have done quite a bit of tile work in my previous residence and a house I built years ago. Wifey forbids DIY projects now that we are retired. As I see it there are three questions: What material? Tile, ?, ?... Where does one get advice on what looks good these days? Who supplies and installs? Granite State Glass has a colored sheet glass option available. We would have to go with a custom color and of course like any color choice we are married to it for a long time.

01-23-2017, 09:32 AM	#7
Biggd Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Waltham Ma./Meredith NH Posts: 3,749 Thanks: 1,961 Thanked 1,070 Times in 675 Posts	I would stay away from a dark color. It's always going to look dirty because of water splash marks. Subway tiles are probably the easiest and least expensive for a backsplash and never really go out of style. If you go with the latest trend you will find that trend is out of style quickly. I had a friend of mine put wood looking floor tile on his back splash. While I thought it looked good it's probably a trend that he will regret a few years from now.

01-23-2017, 07:34 PM	#8
Woody38 Senior Member Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 564 Thanks: 46 Thanked 104 Times in 75 Posts	First consider the color of cabinets and floor. Our last kitchen remodel (9 so far) has solid cherry cabinets ( Burgundy stain) with granite (Columbo). I understand some don't choose Columbo because of the cost. This one cost $3,500 including the sealer and there is a lot of granite with the large island and counters on 3 walls. Backsplash is subway tile. Columbo has motion and reddish, maroon and gray colors. Tiles are sort of gray with what I call a salmon color. The new floor is red oak with clear poly. In the end you will have a good looking kitchen. It is not difficult to apply tile but you need to be aware of the outlets et. prior to applying. Good idea to apply generous amount of caulk to cabinet and wall joint first. Then apply clear caulk when finished with grout. Best on the project. We had Sheehan Tileworks do floor tile at the lake. I am a retired workaholic and continuing aquaholic.

01-23-2017, 08:27 PM	#9
LongBay Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 151 Thanks: 43 Thanked 61 Times in 35 Posts	We had Sheehan Tile Works do our backsplash and were very happy with the work Garrett did.

02-01-2017, 10:38 PM	#11
8gv Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 2,009 Thanks: 61 Thanked 701 Times in 455 Posts	That looks great! Nice colors!

02-02-2017, 03:47 PM	#12
Woody38 Senior Member Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 564 Thanks: 46 Thanked 104 Times in 75 Posts	I love granite that flows. Looks great. I am a retired workaholic and continuing aquaholic.

02-08-2017, 06:30 PM	#14
MAXUM Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Kuna ID Posts: 2,755 Thanks: 246 Thanked 1,942 Times in 802 Posts	Ya know doing a tile backsplash like that is really easy to do yourself. The only thing that you really need to have it come out right is a very good wet saw, some ability to measure and a little patience. I personally am a big fan of the tumbled travertine tile, just have to make sure it is well sealed after it's installed. It's easy to work with too, far easier to cut because I think it's basically limestone.