Hello,
soon my new build will be getting its kitchen...
... originally, I planned not to install a tile backsplash, but instead to paint the walls behind the countertop with latex paint and place a glass panel or something similar behind the stove. In hindsight, I’m less convinced about this decision and I’m considering either ordering something afterward through the kitchen supplier (plexiglass or a countertop extension halfway up to the cabinet – probably quite expensive –) or taking care of it myself.
What have you done in this situation, and what would you recommend? Perhaps someone here has also added something themselves after the fact.
Thank you very much.
soon my new build will be getting its kitchen...
... originally, I planned not to install a tile backsplash, but instead to paint the walls behind the countertop with latex paint and place a glass panel or something similar behind the stove. In hindsight, I’m less convinced about this decision and I’m considering either ordering something afterward through the kitchen supplier (plexiglass or a countertop extension halfway up to the cabinet – probably quite expensive –) or taking care of it myself.
What have you done in this situation, and what would you recommend? Perhaps someone here has also added something themselves after the fact.
Thank you very much.
Ikea offers melamine wall panels in aluminum frames at a good price, with various design options. We use them as accents behind the cooktop and sink. The rest is covered with fiberglass and latex paint. The painter applies the fiberglass just below countertop height.
This method has been well tested in Denmark in wet rooms and kitchens. Our bathrooms will also get this treatment over the tiles.
The material is somewhat costly, but since it is relatively thick, it doesn’t require perfectly even walls, which saves on surface preparation. Overall, it usually doesn't end up more expensive than textured paint. Karsten
This method has been well tested in Denmark in wet rooms and kitchens. Our bathrooms will also get this treatment over the tiles.
The material is somewhat costly, but since it is relatively thick, it doesn’t require perfectly even walls, which saves on surface preparation. Overall, it usually doesn't end up more expensive than textured paint. Karsten
We are planning glass with a white paint finish on the back.
(Milk glass was not recommended, as crumbs, flies, etc., might still be visible through it.)
According to the initial estimate from the kitchen installer, it should cost around 600 EUR for a length of 4.6 m (15 feet), likely in two parts, including cutouts for two power outlets.
(Milk glass was not recommended, as crumbs, flies, etc., might still be visible through it.)
According to the initial estimate from the kitchen installer, it should cost around 600 EUR for a length of 4.6 m (15 feet), likely in two parts, including cutouts for two power outlets.
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