September 28, 2009

MY Backsplash!!

I know you all are giddy with anticipation to see the new and improved backsplash. I'm not into real tile backplashes... because it's hard to clean, expensive to install, and you have limited color and size options. So I've created a faux painting technique to look very similar to porcelain or natural stone tile. Check it out:


This is a 'before' shot. The original backsplash is the same color as the walls. (don't be jealous of all my sweet orange appliances)


First things first, I taped off the backsplash, and painted it white!


Using 1/4 inch painters tape, I created a grid. (based on what size tiles I wanted)


I chose several colors of acrylic paint for my palette. I wanted a neutral 'tumbled travertine' look.


And I went to work with the handy little sponge brush. This is the fun part!!

Then... dun dun dun   I remove the tape!!!!!!!


Here's the finished product!!



13 comments:

Stacey said...

Hey lady! How long does this take you? And can I hire you to do ours? We've been contemplating tile but you're right: too expensive and too limited! Let me know!

meganblair said...

Love it.

Kelly Klinge said...

Incredible work, Beth!! You have a great talent!

Anonymous said...

So great!! I think the talent comes from your mom!! :)
Natalie Joy

Angie said...

today i was thinking: can you do one with faux accent tiles?

Sarah@Life in the Parsonage said...

AMAZING!!!!!

Jacqueline said...

Checked out the other backsplashes, too. Gorgeous! Do you know of a place in Iowa to learn faux finish painting? Would you be interested in giving a class??? My best to you.

Sharon@thisthriftyhouse said...

Just found your blog from Better After--and I AM IN LOVE with all your back splashes!! You guys are AMAZING!! Love your ideas--and your crazy awesome painting skills! Good luck on your fertility fund!

Anonymous said...

These are awesome. I painted my laminate countertops to look like granite, but haven't done anything with my backsplash. I guess I have a new weekend project. Did you put any type of clear coating for protecting? I think behind the stove and sink for sure.

Cathy Tucker said...

Lovely and inspiring! Thanks for sharing.

Phleurdillee said...

I agree- Lovely and inspiring!!! I have a most ugly backsplash....hmmmmnnnn, and I'm in desperate need of a flush mounted headboard... And I can't think of any room that wouldn't come alive with tissue paper poof's, etc, etc!

Anonymous said...

It's love for me!! I'm gonna do it.

Dawn said...

Love it! You rock!