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How tall should my backsplash be?
four inches
A standard backsplash continues from the kitchen countertops to approximately three to six inches up the wall, with four inches typically being the most common height.
How do you calculate backsplash?
Multiply the width and height to find the total area in inches, then divide by 144 to find the amount of square feet needed (amount of inches in a square foot). For example, if your space is 48″ (width) x 18″ (height) = 864. 864/144 = 6 square feet. Be sure to measure every area that needs tile and add them together!
How much overage should a backsplash have?
Now because we always recommend ordering overage, we suggest ordering at least 15% extra. 15% of 8 square feet is 1.2, so you should round up and order at least 10 square feet of tile total. That’s it!
Should backsplash go all the way up?
In terms of how high your kitchen backsplash should be, that’s up to you. Many homeowners stop their backsplash level with the bottom of their upper cabinets. However, some choose to take the tile all the way up the ceiling. This can make the kitchen feel taller, drawing the eye up the wall.
How much extra tile should I buy?
Purchase 10 percent more tiles than you expect to use as a rule of thumb. You made need 20 percent more tiles if you lack experience and know-how. Store your extra tile in case you need to replace damaged tile in the future.
How many square feet is a typical backsplash?
The average backsplash is roughly 30 square feet and can be made of nearly any material. With varying material costs, this can lead to large price ranges for the project.
How much tile overage should I get?
The overage needs to be calculated by multiplying the square footage by 15%, and then adding this to square footage to obtain the total required. It is not only necessary to buy overage to account for cuts, breaks, and waste, but it is also necessary in the event your tile selection goes out of stock.
How much extra tile should you keep?
Not ordering enough tiles Hamish Smith, Creative Director at Ca’ Pietra (opens in new tab), says: ‘A common and sometimes costly mistake when ordering tiles online is not taking into consideration wastage and breakages, which is why we recommend ordering an extra 10% to cover this.
Should backsplash go up to the ceiling?
Where should my backsplash end?
Some like to end it where the upper cabinet ends. Others like to stop at the edge the counter. And still, others want to take it to the end of the wall. Whichever looks best for the kitchen is the best place to end the backsplash.
Is there more waste with larger tiles?
The size of the tile also affects the waste factor. Smaller tiles (e.g. 20×20 cm or 30×30 cm) entail a lower waste factor than larger ones.
Should you keep leftover tile?
Just as important as ensuring your order enough tiles, is saving spares. Once you’ve finished a project, keep any spare tiles in case you need them in the future. Kamila Chalfin at Tile Giant (opens in new tab) says: ‘Even if you have a whole box left, keep them somewhere safe rather than returning them to a store.
What percentage of tile is extra?
10% to 15%
However, as most tile installers will tell you, it is always best to buy 10% to 15% additional tile for any project as a general rule of thumb. This is because when taking on a tile project, there are numerous reasons why you will need that extra stock of tiles ready to go.