Kitchen Backsplash & Renovation

Let's talk about options on how to fix this.

(first step is to remove ALL 

wallpaper an prep walls for paint)

Some people have very dated kitchens that still have old wallpaper, old appliances and laminate countertops. These are all upgrades that you would want in the perfect world. Let's assume that you are on a very tight budget and the only project you can do at this time is some type of backsplash, countertop and color for your walls. Let's start with color.

COLOR:

Keep in mind the cabinets are very yellow and it looks like the floor is a gold to. I can't tell if it's carpeting or wood. So as far as paint color goes, golds, oranges and yellows are definitely out.

Let's start with a nice white ceiling. I must say that I've never seen wallpaper on a ceiling before but I'm pretty sure starting with making the ceiling white will make a huge difference in starting to transform this kitchen. Use a ceiling white paint not just flat white.

I'd keep this kitchen light and bright. The refrigerator is an almond color. If the paint color is lighter than the refrigerator color, the refrigerator will appear to be dirty. So having said that, I think a creamy color like Crisp Linen will do the trick.

Crisp Linen by Sherwin Williams

Artisan Tan by Sherwin Williams

I love to paint the kick side of a sitting area a darker color so footprints and scuffs don't show up as easily. Artisan Tan will be perfect. This color can also be found in the tile backsplash. Make this at least a satin or semi gloss for easy clean up.

  

BACKSPLASH IDEAS

I would even keep the color of the backsplash light and bright. You can bring in an accent color with a listsello or some ceramic inserts. I'm going to keep in mind that since the kitchen is very dated, the rest of the home would be dated as well. Knowing that, I think we'll try the “less is more” approach and keep it simple. 

This type of border would be perfect since you can add a little splash of color while still keeping the design simple in this small kitchen. I like the green CE-372. If you want to jazz it up a bit and use an accent tile instead of a liststello, than I'd suggest a little pop of old world with a few metal tiles.

TILES

I would definitely go with a Natural Tumbled Stone for the backsplash. The Sienna Gold has various neutrals but I really like that it has some darker hues as well. It'll be nice a contrast by the refrigerator and wall color.

COUNTERTOP

Knowing that this is an older home and probably needs many updates, I would go with a Quartz countertop instead of granite. Quartz has the many of the same properties as granite plus you don't have to seal it. This is Jerusalem Sand from Queen City Kitchen and Bath.

When all your kitchen projects are complete, add some home accessories in your favorite color. Since everything here is basically a neutral backdrop, you can add just about any color you'd like to accessories your updated kitchen. Enjoy!

If you want to buy any of these tiles you can visit the

Tile Collection in Charlotte. If you'd like color and advice, 

you can email me, Donna Frasca, Color Specialist.