To install a tile backsplash, you will need: wall tiles, a tape measure, a pencil, grout, a dry tile cutter, pumice stone or sandpaper, wall tile adhesive, a notched trowel, a wide putty knife, tile spacers, a tile float or squeegee, and a sponge. Step 1: Mark the center of the wall, then measure the distance between the bottom of the cabinet and the countertop. Subtract a quarter inch for the bottom grout line. Now, mark a tile with the measurement. For the sides, measure and mark the width of the area you want the backsplash to cover. Step...

What do glass, porcelain, and metal have in common? They’re all currently among the hottest kitchen tile trends, and they’re even being incorporated into the most professional kitchen designs. Let’s hear what some top designers have to say about today’s kitchen tile trends. Metal If you’re looking for a kitchen tile to complement stainless steel appliances, choose a metal tile. Metal also goes magnificently with a hammered-copper vent hood – tiles provide much more interest than those large sheets of copper or stainless steel. Small metal tiles enable homeowners to create all kinds of designs and patterns. Metal wall...

Kitchen remodeling is often the most intricate and detailed of house renovations; the appliances, complicated electrical (and sometimes gas) systems, flooring, and abundance of surfaces requires immense thought and preparation. Plus you may need to double-check certain local Charlotte regulations or standards beforehand. The following video is a part of a series about house renovations and is a good place to get ideas not only for what you might want your kitchen to look like, but also the overall house renovations process from beginning to end. Read More: House Renovations: Great Ideas for Kitchen...

If your kitchen is outdated, upgrading the space can significantly increase the value of your home. If you plan to stay in your house for a while, updating the kitchen also improves the feel and ambience of the home. Using a kitchen remodeling contractor is very helpful, since these professionals can help you find the best deals on materials, and can plan ahead and solve problems along the way. Those in Charlotte, North Carolina and the surrounding communities can utilize the expert kitchen remodeling contractors at B&E Construction. We start out by working with you on determining a reasonable...