A kitchen tile backsplash may be something that you're going to need someday. It serves two purposes. First, it adds glamour right into your kitchen. Usually, this section of your house is one of the biggest but also one of the under decorated. After all, you want to make sure that it's very easy to maintain. With kitchen backsplashes, you can already add a design that is convenient to clean. Second, it protects the walls from stains and spills.
Buying and installing a kitchen tile backsplash, however, are two different things. It's very easy to do the former, as there are a lot of designs that you can pick. But you may be struggling with the latter as it's not going to be as easy as you think. That's why it's highly recommended that you hire a professional who can definitely do it for you. You may be spending something for his labor and perhaps for the materials used, but you will save yourself from the hassle and the time-consuming job. You will also be preventing yourself from committing major errors, which naturally come when you're inexperienced at something.
These professionals can be found right at your neighborhood or in the World Wide Web. They can be working freelance or in a company. Since there are a lot of them these days, and not all are good, it's advisable to determine first their capabilities in working with a kitchen tile backsplash. Do research.
But if you want to work on the kitchen tile backsplash on your own, no one can then blame you. It's a great moment to bond with your spouse or kids while you're all busy figuring out how to put up the tiles. You can also save some money and consider it as your own project, so you will really be motivated to finish it.
Before you start, though, you should take note of the following tips:
1. Get those tools ready. The types of materials you're going to need depend on the kind of kitchen tile backsplash you have. Normally, you have to have a level, tape measure, goggles, grout, saw or nipper, cutter, adhesives, screw, washer, and trowel.
2. Check the condition of the wall. Tiles, in general, can be pretty heavy. If you don't confirm of the wall's soundness, it may eventually collapse. Ensure that there is no moisture buildup, which will make the wall vulnerable. You must also see to it that it's dry before you start to put anything into it. If there is something wrong with the wall, have it repaired first.
3. Decide how long the backsplash will be. You should have a clear idea of the height of the kitchen tile backsplash. It will help you determine how many tiles you're going to need to finish the job. You can find that most of these backsplashes can extend from 4 inches to up. You can also have your entire wall covered by them.
4. Get the instructions ready. Most tile manufacturing companies will provide you with installation guide. If they don't, look for them in the Internet or in books. Make sure they are near you at all times, so you can always have something to refer to when you get lost along the way.
By:Kyle Tyler
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