subject: The Benefits of Kitchen Splashbacks [print this page] The Benefits of Kitchen Splashbacks The Benefits of Kitchen Splashbacks
Now, if you are to mention the word, splashback', then many people will conjure-up a rather unpleasant mental image. They will automatically think of a plain aluminium metal sheet or a discoloured and grotty-looking piece of plastic. At one time this is pretty much what aSplashback would look like, but not anymore. Times have thankfully moved on! These days, homeowners are far more fussy about the fixtures or fittings they have installed in their kitchens; and quite rightly so.
Fitting splashbacks in tactical positions around your kitchen is one of the easiest and most effective ways of keeping it clean. It is surprising just how many foods will end up making a terrible mess; no matter much care you take whilst cooking or preparing your food. They can be positioned in a number of useful places and all of these will help you to keep your kitchen clean; at the back of the cooker, behind chopping areas or even on the wall adjacent to the kitchen sink.
But a splashback can also look jolly nice in the heart of your home' and there are plenty of beautiful designs on the market to choose from. This means practicality and decoration all in one; a double-whammy of an investment for your much-used, but often abused cooking area!
Many a splashback will be made up from glass, ceramic or porcelain tiles and there are some wonderful designs. Whatever colour scheme it is that you have in your kitchen, there are plenty of suitable effects to choose from when you are looking around for a splashback. And if you are feeling really creative, then you can even make your own!
With thousands of different tiles to choose from in an enormous spectrum of colours, the possibilities are endless. The only boundaries you will be left to work within are those of your own imagination! You might even consider creating your own mosaic design. Most modern tile suppliers will have an extensive range of mosaic tiles and these will look great on any kitchen wall.
If you can fix a tile to the wall, then you are quite capable of creating your own attractive splashback. And even if you have never tried your hand at tiling before, you will find that it is surprisingly simple to do! Why not have a look on the Net for a step-by-step guide? You'll be amazed at how straightforward a task it is to fit your own wall tiles.
Tiles are the perfect material to use when you are creating splashbacks for your kitchen because they are so hygienic. Keeping them clean is a simple matter of giving them a quick wipe over each time you cook and any splashes of hot fats or oils can easily be removed. Not only will a tiled splashback offer an additional element of style to your kitchen, but it will also prevent any staining or damage to your wall!
