Backsplashes!

I'm always amazed at how one small change can really make a difference in the look of a room. A backsplash is one of those changes. The kitchen is one of the most obvious and popular rooms for a backsplash. The kitchen backsplash is placed on the wall between the wall cabinets and countertop. A backsplash is a way to spice up your kitchen without doing any major remodeling.

Adding a backsplash is a simple way to really change the look of a room. Even the most basic style can change the look of the room dramatically. You have the choice of many different types of tile, depending on the look you want. Natural stone, ceramic, stainless steel and glass are some of your more basic options. From there, you have a variety of colors, sizes and patterns to choose from. This is a really easy way to give your room a custom and unique look.

Stainless steel backsplashes are becoming more and more popular in kitchens today. The stainless steel gives the kitchen a clean, modern look and is very low maintenance. Glass is also very popular because it's easy to clean and mostly scratch resistant. Glass tiles are also available in a variety of different colors and sizes.

A backsplash is more than just decorative--it also acts as a protective shield for your wall, and the kitchen is probably the place you need that the most! Cooking can get messy- splattered water, sauces, oil and other liquids are common in day to day kitchen activities. A bare wall could easily get stained or, worse, damaged by abrasive cleaners.

Check out the difference a simple porcelain subway tile backsplash made in this kitchen: