A good tile backsplash can bring a kitchen back to life.  If you’re looking to replace or add a new tile backsplash here is what you need to know. Since it will be a small project (quantity wise) you may be able to splurge on exotic or more detailed tile. Keep your options open and be sure the place you purchase your tiles from has a large and extensive collection. Experiment with different colors and sizes. 

 

Once you’ve made the decision on the type of tile to use, you need to look for an installer. If you will be going with glass tile for a backsplash be sure to look for a skilled tile installer. A glass tile kitchen is gorgeous -however glass tile is brittle and can be scratched, so the installer will have to be able to cut expertly and precisely. He needs to be able to pay attention to detail and follow the manufactures instructions explicitly. This will ensure your glass tiles will last longer and will look beautiful for years to come. 

 

If you are considering installing the kitchen tiles yourself, keep in mind there are three parts to installing a kitchen tile backsplash. 
1. Planning the project
2. Installing the backsplash
3. Finishing up.

 

Important quirks to keep in mind

When installing your backsplash tiles, the electrical power to all outlets within the backsplash area should be turned off. For more technical information with Glass tiles  visit at floorstransformed.com

A kitchen tile backsplash will keep walls dry and make them look dramatic. For a great overview on kitchen backsplashes visit www.askthebuilder.com 
Tile cutters are designed to score and snap straight lines in ceramic tiles that have a thin porcelain coating on their surface. For an informative video on how to cut ceramic tiles,  see http://www.floorstransformed.com/

For more on building with glass tiles visit http://www.doityourself.com/stry/stonetilecolors

Hope this helps if you have any additional Ideas for us to consider submit your thoughts below.

 

Happy Tiling

The Glass Tile Team