Tagged: tile

hello backsplash

It’s time for part two of the Grove Pointe kitchen revamp:

After the Formica counter tops were complete, the next step was going to be our tile backsplash.  We only did the tile down one side of the counter as we plan to use “fancy” mosaic tile above and around the sink.

1. Nick cut and had all the tile ready for when I would be home from work so we were ready to roll.

2. We had the thin set ready to start sticking up the tiles. Nick was the spreader and I was the tile sticker. đŸ˜‰

3.  And then we were off and running with the tiles!

4. After we had all the tiles up, we waiting 24 hours for them to set.

5. The next day after work Nick was ready to grout away.

6. He did a great job (but it was messy!)!

7. I would definitely suggest a large bucket with warm water and a sponge to move along with you as you need to clean up the excess grout.

8. The most difficult part of the project was cutting the tiles to fit around the outlet – but we did it!

Here is the finished product:

Now we will need to make several trips to Home Depot to find and decide on a mosaic tile for the area above and around the sink. Can’t wait to see how it turns out!

What projects did you work on over the weekend?

black and white

We are in the process of updating our super dated kitchen, and I have been in search of inspiration. Something is so classic about the look of black and white.

Here are some of the looks that are giving me ideas for the Grove Pointe kitchen:

What do you think about the look of black and white in a kitchen? What color palate does your current kitchen have?

chevron in the city

Chevron is in right now, especially on Pinterest. Whether you are looking for an accessory or to paint a whole wall with this print, here are some of my favorite ways to embrace the look in your home:

I love these flooring options:

There a lots of different ways to repaint furniture with patterns and I think this chevron print works well:

A rug adds a bold print to an otherwise neutral room:

How cute and fun is this multi-colored look for child’s room?

Bedding is always an easy way to try a new print out in your bedroom:

This painting looks lovely and it just light enough that it doesn’t overpower the rest of the decor:

How do you feel about the chevron trend?