How to install stainless steel tile backsplash

Sign In. Join as a Pro. Houzz TV. Houzz Research. Looking for the perfect gift? Send a Houzz Gift Card! Design Dilemma. In terms of function and clean-ability, any differences between ceramic tile, glass tile, and stainless steel backsplashes? And will one type hold up better after a decade? And what about in a bathroom for the shower surround -- glass vs ceramic tile vs? Email Save Comment 2. Sort by: Oldest. Newest Oldest. Jamieson 9 years ago. Glass tile is fairly high maintenance, streaks etc.

Ceramic, is fairly low maintenance, but grout can be tricky to clean depending on pattern etc. As for a shower surround, it's all about the grout baby, the less the better! Like 1 Save. Charmean Neithart Interiors 9 years ago. I think all these materials have their drawbacks, some are more manageable than others. Stainless steel is very hardy as Jamieson has already pointed out.

It looks commercial and feels modern. It's a great look, but will have to be wiped down regularly. Perfect for modern kitchens! Below we get a closer look at a tile stainless steel backdrop, which is the perfect choice for backing open shelving displaying crisp white dishes.

Also note that stainless steel tile backsplashes are beautifully enhanced by other metallic touches, including pendant lights and hints of gold. The kitchen below showcases all of the above, plus marble countertops.

When it comes to stainless steel, sometimes less is more. The kitchens below prove that a touch of stainless behind the stove can really punctuate your culinary space.

Look at what a strong statement the range backsplash makes in this next kitchen, which features white walls and grey lacquered cabinetry. A sleek stainless steel backsplash can also shine when surrounded by tile. The smooth surface of the metal is a welcome contrast. We know what an impact a stainless steel backsplash can make in a red kitchen, but check out the refreshing look of stainless steel plus mint!

The look ranges from the retro to the modern, especially when pops of red are included. If the walls and cabinets are white, consider adding color to your backsplash area through special accents such as bright utensils and countertop appliances, as shown in the kitchen below.

When your countertops are a strong color, stainless steel is a perfect choice for your range backsplash. Having said that, keep these pointers in mind. One of the easiest methods to remove the film is to start at a corner and work your way across.

Do NOT pull directly away from the backsplash at a right angle. Rather, remove the film by pulling parallel with the backsplash. If you have a hemmed piece, It's recommended that you peel the film from the back of the hems to ensure you can remove the rest of it after installation. If you mount the backsplash without having done so, clean removal of the film is going to be very difficult. If you have mounting holes, you can mount the backsplash, and as you remove the film, simply loosen each screw as you get to it.

Re-tighten once your past the screw and have cleanly removed the film. Be sure to turn off ALL breakers supplying electricity to switches and outlets on the wall where you'll be applying the stainless backsplash. You simply hold the tester against a outlet or light switch and it will light up and beep if there is still live voltage present. If you have outlets where the backsplash is to be mounted, remove the screws that attach the wall plates to the outlet s and light switch es with a flat head screwdriver, and remove the wall plates.

In some cases you may need to either tap the plate or use the flat screwdriver to loosen them as they can become stuck on over time.

Depending on how clean everything is, you'll need to use a detergent or even something stronger to get the wall clean. Make sure all traces of detergent have either been rinsed or wiped off, as it will keep adhesive from sticking. Ensure the wall is sound and that any drywall or tiles aren't excessively broken or crumbled as this will interfere with the adhesive.

The stainless steel backsplash products we offer consist of metal mosaic sheets roughly one square foot in size that allow you to cover your entire backsplash area above your countertops as well as your stove or range. The mosaic sheets install just like regular wall tile or mosaic tile, using light weight wall adhesive and grout.

You can choose from over 35 designs and patterns to best suit your taste, all of which are more visually appealing than a flat single sheet of stainless steel. So how do you go about measuring for your new backsplash?

The process isn't complicated at all as the diagram below illustrates:. The first thing you need to do is break up your backsplash into separate areas for measuring. Its easiest to break these up into rectangular sections so calculations are simplified. You will need any standard measuring tape that can measure in inches. To calculate the area simply multiply the width times the height.

Once you have measured all the sections and calculated the area of each in square inches, simply add all of those numbers together to get a total area. That will give you the area in square inches. To convert that number to square feet simply divide by Now, lets discuss overages. When installing a stainless steel backsplash using mosaic tile you need to consider there will be wasted material during the cutting and installation process.

So if your project measures out to