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Thoughts and Advice from the experts on Improving your existing Home.

Jun 16
2011

Why not make an extra splash this summer?

Posted by: Pagenstecher Group on Jun 16, 2011

Reinvigorate your kitchen with a backsplash

No room is more important than the kitchen when you’re remodeling your home. An updated kitchen gives you the greatest return on your investment, and backsplashes serve a practical purpose by protecting walls from grease, water and other “splashes.” Adding texture to the walls will enhance your kitchen's appearance, providing a little personality to a space that gets more guest traffic than any other room in the home. Here are a few of the more popular options:

Stainless Steel

For many years, stainless steel was strictly the domain of restaurants and commercial kitchens, but as times and tastes have changed, consumers have come to appreciate the stylish ease of use that it offers. Steel is durable and virtually indestructible, while also providing the easiest of surfaces to clean. It also comes in a variety of finishes, which can be used to mask its appearance.

Ceramic & Porcelain Tiles

Both extremely popular backsplash options, there are pros and cons of each to consider before making any decisions. Porcelain is a much denser material and less likely to absorb water, which reduces the likelihood of stains. It's resistant to allergens and bacteria, making it a great choice for kitchen applications. Ceramic is a less expensive option, but equally attractive as porcelain and available in as many color and styles. The down side, of course, is that it's less durable and resistant to water than it's counterpart, and requires more maintenance to resist long term wear and tear.

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