Kitchens - Backsplash
The backsplash and counters are Carrara marble. A French antique reinforced the tone — the faux cow head on the range hood was the project’s mascot. “He inspired the entire kitchen,” Barth says. Originally, she wanted to attach it to a zinc hood, but when that proved too costly, she took things into her own hands, painting the hood to look like zinc. “I love teaching myself how to do things,” she says. The backsplash and counters are Carrara marble. The piece over the range is an antique Italian fireback with a 1733 family crest. Take the kitchen tour: Found Objects and Old Italian Farmhouse Charm
3. Use additional finishes to pull the space together. “Let contrast be the key,” says Justrich. “If the counters are rich and dark, go with a lighter backsplash. A monochromatic approach is great, but if the countertop is visually active, calm it down on the backsplash.” Choose a backsplash color that visually contrasts with your countertop and cabinetry. Floors are usually decided based on the surrounding rooms, but make sure the colors won’t clash with what’s in your kitchen. The other little things — lighting, fixtures, bar stools and hardware — can tie the look of the kitchen together. Again, less is more here. “Kitchens of multiple materials and colors require a lot of finesse,” says Ahmann. Tell us: How did you choose your kitchen materials palette? Homeowner Workbook: How to Remodel a Kitchen
After the countertops are installed, it’s time to think about backsplash installation and painting. Your counter sets the lower line for your tile, so even though you could install the tile before templating, you’ll get a better-looking backsplash if you wait. Muscling a heavy counter into place is a difficult job, and some walls inevitably will get bumped or dinged. Save your finish painting until after the install for this reason. Find a professional tile and countertop installer
Good backsplash for black & gold range and hood.
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