Splash back help!
I would like to arrange a splash back for the whole of my kitchen area, however 6 cuts are needed due to plugs, and I don't want to have to spend GBP1,000 on the work. Any ideas/recommendations? Any DIY alternatives? Thanks!!
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4 years agoSusanna Thomas
4 years ago
PROAnna K Studio
4 years agoHi,
There are several options in my mind for your project.
Glass Tile MosaicYou can find budget one, as well as it works good with plugs.
Unusual Materials: Plywood or laminate
It works good in a kitchen. You can choose light colours (white, grey)
Chalkboard Paint
Budget Friendly: Tin Sheets
The tin backsplash in this white kitchen is a budget-friendly fix that also adds visual interest.
Plastic wall panelsThis is a good idea if you don't want to spend a lot of money.
Ikea has double-sided panels, they need to be installed in special frames.
Pros of plastic that it's easy to cut
Wallpaper
There are a lot of waterproof wallpapers collection. They are washable as well.
Metal/Stainless steelEasy to wash
Mirror
You can cut mirror into tiles and glue it.
Hope this information will inspire you!
Anna
Danielle H
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PROVisuals by design
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PROBespoke Frameless Glass ltd
4 years agolast modified: 4 years agoMaybe shop around and find different suppliers to get an average cost of the glass splashbacks, it shouldn't cost that much if I'm honest and maybe that was just an expensive company that quoted you, alternatively you could have smaller glass splashbacks basically stopping just shy of the plug sockets which would bring the cost down.
Hope this helps! Thanks BFG
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