8 Top Tile Types for Your Kitchen Backsplash
Beware of the price tag on these tiles, as many of them are made of precious materials like quartz and marble, or handmade gold- or silver-backed glass.
by Bella Spazio
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Mirror tile. Tiny mirrored tiles all assembled into one design create a mirrored backsplash with texture. Something
like this is perfect for that area in your kitchen that requires an
extra-special touch — like a buffet area, serving station or butler's pantry.
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With a large-patterned tile, it's very important to lay out your wall space thoughtfully, so that your design ends up looking even throughout the installation.
Tile all the way to the ceiling to give this classic tile a fresh and more modern look.
Specialty-shaped tile. Don't limit yourself to a square. Many
manufactures take pride in offering unique shapes and colors. You
should have no problem finding a manufacturer near you to get the color
and shape you need.
The oval shape in this kitchen has a great retro feel. |
Custom mosaic tile. If you have the budget for it, consider going with a design that is all your own. The design here was created with mosaic tiles, expertly trimmed piece by piece to create a stunning custom design.
Some designs can be purchased directly from a tile manufacturer, and others can be designed and installed by an artist who specializes in custom mosaic tile design. It all depends on the look you're going for. |