The purpose of a backsplash first and foremost is a practical one. The backsplash acts as a protective barrier that shields the wall’s surface against the splatter of cooking and the water that splashes while washing dishes. Depending on the layout of the cabinetry, the backsplash area on average comprises between 5-20% of the visible wall area in a kitchen. Typically only 18” high, the backsplash is the perfect space to showcase more costly accent pieces and specialty tiles in small quantities without breaking the bank.

Selecting materials that complement each other and blend well is imperative for a successful backsplash design. Because natural stone has become such a prevalent choice for countertops, natural stone is a very popular choice for backsplashes as well.

Regardless of your taste, there is a vast array of color, texture and sizes of natural stone that all function beautifully in a backsplash application. As is the case with all natural stone, the backsplash should be sealed with an impregnating sealer to ensure ease of maintenance.

Recently accent pieces have become available that blend well with natural stone, yet add a punch of color or contrast to the space. Glass mosaics, metals in various colors and finishes, and decorative ceramics are often paired with natural stone. The granite that is used as the countertop can be introduced to the backsplash by using granite tiles of the same color, or by having accent pieces fabricated out of the slab material. If the decorative aspects of a patterned backsplash are not for you, the countertop material itself can be installed vertically, continuing the line of the stone from the countertop up the wall for a clean, cohesive look.

The most important part of designing a backsplash is to realize that while it does have an impact on the overall look, it is best to leave the backsplash decision as one of the last decisions to make in designing a kitchen. The cabinetry and countertop materials represent a much greater investment and are visually more substantial. The backsplash is one of the last design elements to be installed. Waiting until the cabinetry and countertops are installed prior to making a final decision on the backsplash give you one last opportunity to alter the look of the kitchen if you need to. For example, if you are concerned that the kitchen is looking darker than you thought it would, a light backsplash can brighten up the deep hues.

A backsplash can bring together all the elements of your kitchen. It can help to blend the colors, textures and patterns of the floor, cabinetry and countertops. It is also an opportunity to personalize your home and set it apart from the other kitchens in the neighborhood. With some creativity, the walls in your kitchen will not only be protected from splatters, they will become an attractive addition to your overall kitchen design.
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Flooring Atlanta by G & L Marble delivers the finest in natural stone for flooring through out Atlanta and Georgia. With over two-hundred varieties of granites alone in stock, there is a color appealing to any discriminating tastes. Flooring Atlanta by G& L Marble offers flooring in Atlanta Georgia including travertine, limestone, marble, granite and a complete line of mosaics. Showrooms are conveniently located in Midtown Atlanta and Alpharetta.

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