Splashback help!
Kate
6 years ago
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Comments (9)I think it looks fabulous as is, BUT I know what it's like to have something in your mind and so anything else falls short. You asked for that and I gather they said they could do it, and then in the end they haven't, so you're not being unreasonable to ask that they re-do it according to what you had agreed on. I do think it looks great, though I suspect every time you look at it (many times a day!), it will bother you each and every time! And any discount you've had won't diminish that daily reminder! ; D We had our timber floors sanded and varnished and the tradesman (who was recommended) sub-contracted the job to some very shoddy flooring guys. The job they did was terrible, the tradesman was apologetic when he saw them and offered to not charge us at all (which my husband was tempted by!), but thank goodness I realised that I was going to have to live with those floors and I simply wanted them to look great so they came back, re-did them and we still paid full price. There's the odd area that's not great that bothers me, but I'm so glad I pushed to have it done to the standard I expected. You may experience the same?! Good luck!...See MoreKitchen Benchtop and Splashback help!
Comments (11)Ceasarstone recommend that you do not use their products as a splashback behind a gas stovetop unless you have a 200mm gap between the edge of the stovetop and the splashback due to the heat. If you change to an electric or induction cooktop then this distance can be reduced to only 50mm. If you are using a stone-look benchtop, such as the ones that you have mentioned, I would NOT go for a stone look printed on glass for the splashback as the reflectivity is higher with the glass and it will look fake. I would suggest tiles or a glass splashback that is a consistant colour, possibly matched to the veining of the grey in your benchtop which will complement your benchtop (which is the feature of your kitchen), and not distract from it. Matt black tapware and sinks are very on-trend, and when the fashion passes in about 18 months they will start to look dated. Classic chrome and stainless steel is timeless, so your choice really depends on how long until you put your house on the market... Best of luck with your kitchen, Dr Retro of Dr Retro House Calls http://www.caesarstone.com.au/Portals/0/Documents/2017-Kitchen-Splashback-Guide_Web.pdf...See MoreKitchen Splashback help
Comments (9)Agree with others. I have had black shiny glass splashbacks and that was an absolute nightmare to keep clean and shiny. Definitely matte, and careful with the tone of grey as some lean toward blue or yellow so you want to match the grey in your beautiful benchtops. Hope this helps....See MoreKitchen Splashback Help!!!
Comments (2)You have a very monochromatic look, so it will depend on how light your kitchen is, and how close it is to a window. Lots of standard project builder's products have internal kitchens that borrow light from adjacent meals and family room areas. If this is the case with your kitchen then I would be looking at lighter colours that work with your benchtop and cabinetwork, but steer clear of the whites. Possibly an elegant, soft, pale grey that complements your marble benchtop. Decide on the material first such as porcelain tiles, ceramic tiles, mosaic tiles, glass, mirror or stone. Once you agree on a material you can then select your colour. Just be aware that some reconstituted stones can't be used as a splashback behind a gas flame. Each manufacturer has their own guidlelines. This is an important decision as it is really tricky to change a splashback after it has been installed. Best of luck, Dr Retro of Dr Retro House Calls...See MoreLesleyH
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