Kitchen Remodel: Herringbone Subway Tile and Stainless Steel Appliances
>> Thursday, February 24, 2011 –
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Finally, my favorite part of our kitchen remodel: the subway tile backsplash in a herringbone pattern! Since we decided to lay a more complicated pattern, we measured the dimensions of the first strip of wall and laid out the tile in the pattern on the countertop and made cuts where needed. Here is my father-in-law getting the pattern laid out, and then beginning to adhere the tile to the wall with mortar:
I have one more reveal to share you of our adorable little breakfast nook, and our latest DIY makeover on those stools you see above! Coming soon! A huge thanks to my amazing in-laws, Kent and Barb, for all your help on the tile! We couldn't have done it without you!
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It's beautiful! What a transformation!
LOVE it!! It looks so good! AND - I love the bottle of Layer Cake in the corner ;)
I am in love with your kitchen! the sink, the dishwasher, stove, fridge, backsplash, countertops and cabinets are all amazing! Very beautiful and just so you know, I'm stealing a photo for my idea file. One day when I'm able to redo my kitchen I would love to make it look as great as yours. Great job!
So you already know that I ADORE your kitchen, as I've told you in person every flipping time I step foot in it (which seems like a weekly basis)... BUT it never hurts to see it written in comment form. Love love love what you guys did and am super jealous! But I do think you should have taken some pics of the "beer explosion" and its aftermath to add to this little package lol :)
Love you girl!
Hi,
I love your backsplash. I'm ready to tile mine and have decided on the herringbone pattern! I was wondering what tile you used. It looks like ceramic. I was going to go with Daltile Rittenhouse. Also how big is your grout line?
Thanks!!
Hi Tami! We used the basic 3"x6" white ceramic tile from Home Depot. The tile is zero set, so we butted the tiles right up to each other. We figured it would be pretty difficult to get consistent spacing any other way given the pattern. There's just a little bit of space between them depending on placement and fit, which we filled in with a sand-based grout. Would love to see photos when you've finished tiling! Good luck!
That was quick! Thanks. I think we figured you didn't use a spacer. My tile guy is beginning to make cuts as we speak.Yea!! The tile from home depot is the same as the Daltile Rittenhouse they just don't call it that...not sure why? I looked at other handmade tile but for the cost it's hard to justify going with something that basically gives you the look. I think the pattern is what makes it feel fresh and different. I will send you photos as soon as we complete the project. Thanks again for getting back to me!
Love this pattern... this is exactly what I've been looking for and am going to go for it in my kitchen! :) One question - do you have pics of what you did to the barstools? I have the same dilemma and am trying to figure out if I should tackle it myself... thanks!
I found your kitchen googling herringbone tile. Your kitchen is just gorgeous and you've sold me that herringbone subway tile is the way to go.
There are plenty of diverse suggestions on tips on how to decorate a kitchen but all of the ideals revolve round 1 material and which is kitchen tiles.
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Late to the party, since I just discovered your blog, but your kitchen is gorgeous! What type of induction range did you get, and are you happy with it?
I'm late to the party, too, but curious what color grout you used? Thanks!
Laura, what color grout did you use for the backsplash? We've been struggling to find a gray but not-too-gray color for ours!
So glad I found your post today! I was looking for examples of subway tile in a herringbone pattern, and yours is a beautiful example. I shared it in my post today on Addicted 2 Decorating. Thanks so much for the inspiration!
The grout I believe was a basic white. Our induction stove is by Electrolux, and we love it!
Have you thought about painting the base of the island black or trim it to add interest and then paint? I think it would help to balance out the black in your space. I am in LOVE with your backsplash idea!
Nice article and great knowledge. Thanks for the share. I love this story and enjoy with your words!
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Hi, I know this is an old post, but I am wondering if you put the corner tile on OVER the tile or cut around it... thanks :)