When remodeling your kitchen, you want to focus on visual impacts. One area that catches a lot of attention, because it’s such an open space, is the area behind your stove and your sink. In order to create the most visually appealing, eye-catching area, you’ll want to add a granite backsplash. Although you could choose trendy options, a kitchen remodel is quite expensive, and you want it to last. We recommend these timeless granite backsplash ideas, instead.
Match Colors – Although Slightly Mixed
The color of granite that you choose is likely one of the most important aspects of a granite backsplash. You want to choose a range of colors that bring in the other aspects of your kitchen. For instance, if you chose black granite countertops, you’ll want to include some black granite tiles in the backsplash. In addition, you can add gray and white tiles to create a unique piece of art behind your stove. The same goes for neutral tones. If you choose brown granite countertops, you can use varying shades of brown granite tile for the backsplash. Both, color palettes, along with solid white, are timeless, and not necessarily trendy.
Avoid Trendy Designs & Colors
One of the most important parts of creating a timeless backsplash is avoiding bold, trendy colors and patterns. You want to create smooth lines, and create more of an accent wall than a ‘pop’ of color with the granite backsplash. Investing in granite backsplash is definitely something you don’t want to replace when the fad wears off. Be sure to choose a design that will also accent the space, allowing the eye to move along the wall without being stopped by a backsplash that is inherently different from your overall kitchen design.
Color Combinations to Choose
If you haven’t realized it already, color is the most important aspect of a timeless granite backsplash. As you’ve learned, black and white, as well of shades of brown are all timeless colors. If you want to add a little more color to the space, you can definitely do that. Blue, green, and a deep red are also great choices for creating a granite backsplash. It is recommended, however, that you choose these colors only if they fit with the rest of the design of the kitchen. For example, you wouldn’t want to choose a green backsplash if your countertops are red or blue. Make sure you use different shades of the same color as your granite countertop for a seamless look.
Size Matters
To create something that you’re truly in love with, consider the size. If you have a large space, you can use slightly larger tiles. However, in a smaller backsplash area, you’ll want to use smaller tiles. The theory is that the smaller the tile, the more you can fit, which visually makes the space seem much larger. You can also mismatch the size of the different tiles that you use. You want to stay similar, but some can be larger than others. For example, if your main tile size is 2 inches by 2 inches, you could use up to a 4-inch tile to offset the smaller tiles. In addition, you could use even smaller tiles to add more depth and enhance the pattern. On the other hand, you wouldn’t want to use 1 inch granite tiles in combination with 4 inch granite tiles, without any sizes in between. This creates too much space and difference in the pattern.
Play A Little
In order to end with a finished product that is truly unique and timeless, be sure to play with the design a little. Just as you can use different sizes of granite tile, you can also use different shapes. For instance, if you want to create neat, straight lines, but want some variance, alternate the pattern with square tiles and rectangular tiles. This adds a visual appearance you’ll enjoy for a lifetime. As you are thinking about the pattern, try and piece the granite tiles together on a different space, before you permanently affix them to the wall. You want to make sure that the pattern looks good the more it continues. In addition, you want to make sure that you’ll end with clean, even grout lines.
Choosing the right granite tiles and creating a timeless backsplash is simple. You just want to stick with a neutral color palette, or at least one that only slightly varies from your countertop color. Add depth and intricate design elements in the way that the tiles are placed, the shape that you use, and the size. Remember to select an overall color scheme that you adore. After all, kitchen remodels are not something you want to do over and over again, and you want the design to last as long as the granite will – a lifetime.