It’s finally backsplash time!
KITCHEN
SCULLERY/PANTRY
Just finished up a new build (actually almost 6 months ago) and I finally found a tiler who I know and trust will do a great job (good tilers are not easy to come by).
I need splashes in two places...the main kitchen and our pantry/scullery. Here is a link to our new build which has photos of both these spaces. It will also give a feel for the entire house.
I don’t know what my style is. As you can see I have a white kitchen but I do not want a white subway tile backsplash. I need some contrast, but not too much. The perimeter counters are marble (honed Bianco Avion) and are very subtle. They are more of a creamy white with no gray in them and the veining is more beige. The island top is walnut. The walls are SW Useful Gray. I am afraid to commit to a color because I will then be stuck with it. I like bluish greens....maybe. I like herringbone but NOT chevron. Subway is fine but not the typical white subway. I like the look of bumpy lumpy handmade tiles. I do not like thin linear tiles. I am seriously considering doing a different tile behind the range even though many don’t like them....I actually do like them. I plan on going all the way up to the crown molding. I am questioning whether or not to do the wall with the triple window or just leave it the way it is.
The scullery/pantry is a workspace and very busy looking...lots of machines and dry goods on the shelves. Walls are SW Uncertain Gray (but they truly look blue to my eyes) and the cabinets are Amazing gray (which really looks beigeish to me). I really think they name all these paints “gray” just to sell them because everyone seems to want gray paint these days. The counters are wood...oiled maple.
I don’t want things to look too formal and fussy, although I’ve seen some gorgeous tiles that are a bit more elegant. I like to mix the feel up with relaxed and some more elegant touches.
I truly need help. I am dreading going to the tile store and dragging home samples.
Here is the stone we have on our fireplace in the adjoining greatroom that is opposite the kitchen.....
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Nidnay
3 anni faUltima modifica: 3 anni faThanks @Jamie Reynolds Zone 9b
Every decision we made with this build kept natural light at the absolute forefront....from the land choice, tree position, house position, layout, window size and number of windows...everything was done to create a light filled and cheery interior. All choices were driven by that. Takes a lot of thinking! Do I sound a little fanatical? I am when it comes to sunshine and windows :)
On a sunny day...
PROBeth H. :
3 anni faUltima modifica: 3 anni fanid, I just love looking at your kitchen. it's truly a masterpiece. (now pick a damn backsplash tile! Now that I see it in the full light, a tile would truly be the cherry on top in this space!) Have you given thought to doing a more decorative tile behind the stove or would you want the same tile all the way through?
No really, it's prob one of the best looking houses that I've seen. if I ever got the chance to build my own home, I'd do it exactly like yours. I love all the windows.
BTW, do you clean them or do you 'hire ' out ? lol. I only have 12 windows and I can barely bring myself to clean those twice a year!
did we ever consider the stained glass type of water jet mosaic?
or were you set on having a marble water jet inlay mosaic?
or more of a decorative type of tile. not this one, but something more 'old world' type of tile?
what about the star/cross tile?
mom2sulu
3 anni faUltima modifica: 3 anni faI agree with what Beth said...one of my very favorite houses here.
I am looking at these New Ravenna tiles...they might work for you too.
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Beth H. :
3 anni faUltima modifica: 3 anni fa Jamie Reynolds Zone 9b
3 anni faOr gray glass! I like the idea of the shiny glass to reflect all that light!
Nidnay
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3 anni faUltima modifica: 3 anni fa@Nidnay Whatever you decide, it will be a continuation of your other beautiful choices. I hope you don’t steal away from the calm aesthetic. Nothing noisy.
A touch of something above the stovetop in that defined area (not everywhere) would be a beautiful accent. A final piece of jewelry vs. a field of color that changes the entire look.
- a unique, natural material that has a one-of-a-kind quality. Timeless.
- based on the island butcher block top, wood floor and colors in the rug, I’m seeing harmony with those colors, not contrast. ......e.g., copper.....or bricks.....
- Pennies or coins from around the world. Maybe coins from a country of your ancestry...e.g., Ireland phasing out their pennies. U.S. pennies are in shorter supply. That’s appealing to me.
- Have you looked at bricks? Pick up the colors in your fireplace stone? This would be beautiful across the entire wall.
Brick would be an outstanding, timeless, natural material that would complement the entire aesthetic of your home and property. I think it would be a perfect finish that would not detract from the other stunning finishes. You can incorporate it across the entire wall, up to the ceiling. Quality, luxury, class.
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Molly
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pink_peony
3 anni faI’m so sorry about thanksgiving. We are having 12 here and 4 of us are asthmatics. Eek. My son is flying in from TX he has asthma! I have asthma my other two have asthma. It’s so scary. But so is mental health and my son is so homesick . We are eating outside on the screen porch.
ive Been eyeing This or something similar for my BS. It’s all about the color for me. But I like it simple.
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Beth H. :
3 anni faUltima modifica: 3 anni fapink, Heath ceramics has that exact color tile
Nidnay, that was my problem. I liked too many. but I got so tired of looking at that drywall, I couldn't take it anymore and picked one.
I still think an inlay or water jet would be pretty
or a cool zellige tile
Nidnay
3 anni faUltima modifica: 3 anni faRegarding thanksgiving ....haha, it’s probably best we cancel regardless of covid. My daughter just sent me a pic this morning of her kitchen. All the windows in the entire house are being replaced (along with the crown, baseboard, window trim), they are in the process of painting all three floors, they are doing electrical work and tearing out walls, she has two jobs and is working from home, the kids are home as well (no real school for MONTHS).....and we all planned to go and stay at her house for thanksgiving. How stupid are we for even thinking of that!?! And I just remembered they recently purchased a new young horse (green 5 year old who needs lots of training and attention).
Molly
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3 anni faMolly, the difference is, this is nidnay's and she hasn't made a choice yet.
Pink my pic is Ann Sacks very similar to yours but slightly more subtle:
Nidnay
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3 anni faJamie Reynolds Zone 9b
3 anni faI just came across this on Instagram and I vote no backsplash and just do a slab of marble/granite behind your stove! Also notice how they have it going maybe an inch above the countertops all the way around instead. These windows going to the countertop reminded me of your kitchen.
niccidhg
3 anni faThis liquid glass subway might be nice to use just behind the stove if you combined it with something else for the rest.
Nidnay
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3 anni fa... ( I am assuming the top surface of the glass tile is smooth - otherwise it would be a cleaning nightmare , lol ! Here is another tile but it might be too creamy ?? .
niccidhg
3 anni faOf course, you would see samples in real of anything you might consider, so just sending along... it comes in a leaf pattern, as well.
pink_peony
3 anni faSo hopping on Nidnays thread here bcuz I think mine is long gone maybe. I’ve been playing. I have a favorite. and need to order the sample to see if color will work . The program makes my cabinets look cream and my island look neon aqua. Neither is the case so have to see if color works. But here are some options I’ve been considering.
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Flo Mangan
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Flo Mangan
3 anni faTilebar just got this in. Terrible screen shot but maybe you can look it up. It’s on their front page but I don’t have time to hunt it up right now.
Molly
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Beth H. :
3 anni faUltima modifica: 3 anni faFlo, that's the Nabi Jewel. I have a sample of it.
Pink, I also have a sample of the blue macaubas and white marble in the basketweave. (Esplanade Winter Lake? )
diff color, but this is how the layout looks
it's gorgeous. I have a sample in the black and white option, and the Linen one,,far left. you can see the Nabi Jewel 2nd from right
they only give you two little bars for a sample. Order one full sheet if you really want to see how the tile will look. that's what I did w/their black/white , Cindersmoke, or the Black Beauty.the other blue/white is pretty. But they are both expensive, sign up for their trade program. you get a nice discount.
they have this design too. this is no cheap date tho. that's why I mentioned the trade discount
Nabi Argyle. comes in diff colors
do you like this kind of tile layout
pink, have you also looked at encore ceramics? they have some beautiful blue glazes, all sorts of shapes/sizes, and you can blend colors.look at Rain in the chevron. man it's pretty
or imagine this,
but in these diff blue crackles, or mixed w/the marble. they can do 3 or 4 colors
Lapis and Azul wave
ignore the shape, but look at the color blends. so pretty
peacock and light azul in the flame wave
or these color blends. (they literally have 100 diff shapes and sizes)
larger chevron in Ocean
gradient blend
Nidnay ha ringraziato Beth H. : niccidhg
2 anni faFor your future reference , Nidnay, - I just came across this tile which I think is beautiful and would suit your kitchen/home. This company offers 3 or 4 types ( ie. crackle, smooth, etc.... ) and this tile can be ordered in over 100 colors.
mtpo
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