Aluminum Backsplash: Give your Kitchen an Edge!

            After all the heavy subjects I’ve been pressing for the last few weeks, I wanted to take a break and talk about something fun and fresh! Aluminum and steel are stark, robust metals which can add a splash of vibrant décor to any kitchen. Today, I’m going to teach you all a quick weekend project that will be sure to leave your guests impressed the next time they come over. All you’ll need is a full day, a few spare bucks, and a creative mind! If you’re ready, let’s get started!

Sleek, beautiful, and very minimalistic. 

            This project offers full on creativity from the very start! Stainless steel and aluminum tiles can come in a huge array of finishes and designs, so pick the one you like best from a trusted home improvement or online source. Pick wisely, since these tiles will be the main attraction and eye-catcher. Start by printing off some pictures of potential steel designs. Place them up to the surface they’ll be covering and evaluate. How do they look? More importantly, how do they fit? You’ll want to be careful to cut through as little of the tiles as possible or the end result will look sloppy.

            Once you’ve got your tile of choice picked out and ready to go, use some glue to stick the tiles to the wall. All you need is a few dabs at each corner. If you so choose, leave some spaces between the tiles and grout them just like you would ceramic tiles. Not only does this add a professional and edgy look, but the caulk will help the tiles set better and more securely.

            And that’s it! All of a sudden you’ve transformed a drab and plain kitchen backwall into a fun and modern scene that’s sure to make a splash! To synchronize your new wall with your kitchen, consider putting out some stainless steel or chrome utensils, such as hanging pots and pans, utensils in a small utensil stand, or teapots. Make sure you don’t crowd the available space and lay out the objects sparingly. This will give your kitchen a minimalistic look while amping the modern feel.

            If you want some more in-depth information on exactly how to create your new backwall, click the following link: http://www.familyhandyman.com/kitchen/stainless-steel-kitchen-backsplash/view-all.

            Happy kitchen decorating!