home additions, kitchen remodeling

If you’re planning to pursue kitchen remodeling in MA in the near future, you’ve probably got ideas about your ideal kitchen floor plan, what type of appliances you would like and what material you prefer for your flooring and countertops. There’s one important detail you may not have considered: what backsplash will you choose? Here are three things to keep in mind when considering your options.

What Is Your Budget?

Kitchen remodeling in MA ranges from sprucing up a space while staying within tight budget constraints to creating a dream kitchen regardless of the cost. One of the great things about choosing a tile backsplash is tile is suitable for all budgets. Backsplash tiles are available in a head-spinning array of colors, materials, patterns, shapes and sizes. Regardless of budget, tiles of varying sizes and colors can be combined for a whimsical, completely custom look. For a more traditional look, choose one subway or mosaic tile that inspires you (and you can afford) and use it to create a simple, solid backsplash. Whether you prefer bright and bold or understated and subdued, you are sure to find a tile you can afford that will put the finishing touch on your kitchen remodel.

Custom built home plans can include a unique backsplash.

What Size Backsplash Do You Want?

Home addition contractors in MA are reporting more homeowners are foregoing traditional four-inch high backsplashes in favor of backsplashes that go as high as the bottom of the kitchen cabinets or even higher. If you decide to extend your backsplash, you’ll want to make sure the material and color you choose blends well with the rest of your space. As noted, tile is a popular choice because it’s available in so many styles, sizes and colors. Other options include marble and granite. These natural materials are more durable than tile and, when sealed properly, are low-maintenance. Granite and marble are ideal materials for covering a large space in a kitchen with a classic style. Like tile, these natural materials are available in a wide array of colors and price points.

How Important Is Low-Maintenance?

When considering materials for your backsplash, take into account the fact some options require more maintenance than others. One increasingly popular backsplash trend is metal tiles, such as stainless steel and copper. Beautiful and shiny upon installation, they quickly lose their luster unless they’re polished regularly. Another up-and-coming backsplash trend is cork. It’s beautiful, but it also needs to be sealed regularly to prevent stains. The functional purpose of a backsplash is to protect walls from the splatters and splashes common in a kitchen. If you cook a lot and prefer a low-maintenance kitchen, you’ll probably be happiest with a backsplash that can easily be wiped clean.

Whether you are ready to design your own home in Scituate or simply update to your existing home’s kitchen, contact us at Colony Home Improvement. Our team would be happy to show you examples of our custom built home plans in Scituate, photos of our completed projects and testimonials from happy customers.