backsplash installation

Straightline Offers Full Height Backsplashes

At Straightline, we take great pride in our seasoned expertise in installing full-height backsplashes. Our team specializes in working with high-quality materials like granite, quartz, marble, and more to create stunning and functional additions to your space.

With our exclusive range of stone options, you can enhance the aesthetic appeal of your walls while also providing them with the necessary protection against splatters and spills. Our team is committed to providing impeccable installations that perfectly match your individual style and design preferences. Contact us today to turn your kitchen or bathroom into a work of art.

How to choose the Best Backsplash?

So you have decided on a new countertop; next up is the backsplash. However, it might be challenging to narrow down your choices when there are so many possibilities. Straightline Construction & Granite LLC recommends considering a few factors when deciding on a kitchen backsplash.

Granite and quartz are beautiful options for a kitchen backsplash, but you need to consider where you plan to install them in the kitchen. How to choose? Well, quartz is an excellent option for a sink backsplash because it is durable and attractive. Quartz slabs are extremely water-resistant because of the adhesives used to manufacture them.

However, granite is an excellent choice if your backsplash is behind a stove and you cook a lot. Both are durable options that can take a beating as a countertop or backsplash, but knowing their limitations will help you take better care of them.

Some Popular choices for backsplashes

Choosing a backsplash that works with the rest of your kitchen’s design is vital so that the space looks cohesive. Next, consider how realistic it is. How simple is it to scrub the backsplash? Will it be resistant to splatters and drips? You should pick a backsplash that serves its aesthetic and practical purposes.

Stone Backsplash

The use of stone backsplashes in modern interior design is on the rise. Stone backsplashes are standard in kitchens and bathrooms because of their attractive, natural appearance. It is aesthetically pleasing and sturdy, and long lasting for your home.

Stone backsplashes are beautiful and functional additions to any kitchen. As a bonus, it can prevent water damage to your walls during a spill. Using a stone backsplash in a kitchen with white cabinets and granite countertops has drawbacks.

On the other hand, a stone backsplash is a great way to spice up your kitchen’s aesthetics. It can also shield your walls from accidental spills and splashes. However, a stone backsplash can be a pain to maintain and tough to clean.

Backsplashes can be constructed from a wide variety of stones. Stones like marble, granite, limestone, and slate are always good bets. Different kinds of stones have different qualities and uses. Do your homework and pick a stone that complements your taste and needs.

The design options for a stone backsplash are just as extensive. You can pick from various designs, hues, and textures. There is a stone for every taste and style, whether you want a refined and polished appearance or a rough and rustic one. If you want a stone backsplash in your kitchen, hire our contractor with experience working with stone. Stone installation is complex and calls for accurate measuring and cutting.

Can a backsplash be installed in other areas of the home besides the kitchen?

Absolutely, backsplashes aren’t just for kitchens. You’ll find them in bathrooms, laundry areas, and even surrounding fireplaces. Their main job is to shield the walls from water splashes, dirt buildup or heat harm. Besides that practical role, they also serve as a stylish addition to any room they’re placed in.

Tile Backsplash

Our tiled overlay is a popular option for backsplashes. You can find a tile that complements your cabinets and countertops in various hues and forms. In addition to being durable and simple to clean, they are an excellent choice for a functional kitchen. However, should you install a tile backsplash in your kitchen?

First, how often do you cook and make a disturbance in the kitchen? If you frequently splatter food and oil on your walls, a tile backsplash can help protect them. However, a tile backsplash may not be worth the trouble and expense if you cook infrequently or if your kitchen is relatively clean. Additionally, consider your budget.

Installing a tile backsplash can be costly, so ensure you have enough money to cover the expense. Lastly, consider the style you desire for your kitchen. A tile backsplash may be the way to go if you choose a contemporary appearance. However, if you prefer a traditional or country-style kitchen, you may forego tile in favor of another material.

Why You Should Get a Kitchen Backsplash

Backsplashes can be made from various materials, and their appearance can suit your tastes. Those made of the same quartz and granite as countertops are a specialty at Straightline Construction & Granite LLC.

Quartz and granite are two of the hardest natural stones available, making them an excellent option for kitchen backsplashes because of their durability and resistance to impact. A well-maintained stone backsplash can outlast the house itself if treated with care.

Exposed walls in a kitchen are inherently more susceptible to heat and moisture, which can result in costly repairs if not addressed promptly. When washing or rinsing dishes, water can splash up near basins, posing a problem.

Backsplashes improve a kitchen’s aesthetics and safeguard the walls or small sections of walls, depending on the homeowner’s preference. You can choose from our striking colors and patterns with engineered stone, such as quartz, or go with granite for a more natural accent.

Solid stone backsplashes can be the crowning touch to a newly renovated kitchen, especially if new countertops or refaced cabinets have been installed. Straightline Construction will assist you in choosing granite backsplashes whose patterns will match up as closely as possible to your new countertops.

The kitchen is your personal space to experiment with food and drink. After all that baking and cooking, you not only get delicious delights, but you also wind up with a mess. We have all been there: that moment of panic when you splatter tomato sauce or another ingredient all over the backsplash. On the other hand, a kitchen backsplash can be easily cleaned using only paper towels and warm water, so there is no need to stress over spills.

Your backsplash is the finishing touch, the cherry on top, or the adhesive that keeps everything in place. Adding a backsplash will elevate the look of your kitchen and, in turn, boost its resale value.

Although it will add less value than replacing equipment or switching out the countertop material, painting the cabinets is a great way to modernize your kitchen and get a good return on your investment.

The tile is the perfect material for your kitchen backsplash if you enjoy having a beneficial effect on the world around you. Tile is made from materials that are simple to extract and produce. Because it is so readily available, production will require very little energy. The environmental impact of tiles is further lessened by the fact that they contain recycled materials.

Schedule A Consultation Today!

Make your kitchen unique and expressive by installing a backsplash. Our wide variety of backsplash options can help complement your white cabinets and granite counters. It is up to you to go with something simple or fancy. Contact Straightline Construction & Granite LLC today to get a free quote!

Scroll to Top