Tin Backsplashes

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Everyone has seen examples of molded tin ceilings that were particularly popular in Victorian homes and commercial buildings in the late 1890s. Now, that molded tin is coming back in the form of both decorative ceiling cover and backsplashes. The mainly practical reasons for its popularity are its relatively inexpensive cost and speedy installation time.

Pressed tin is a serious design statement in a time when everyone seems to be following, rather than setting design trends. These backsplashes definitely provide a lot of pizzazz to your kitchen design and, consequently, aren’t for the feint of heart. They provide a depth of texture and design that you just cannot produce any other way, and left unpainted, they will impact your kitchen with a lot of shine.

A word of caution: as the material utilized in ceilings, pressed tin isn’t seen constantly, but tin backsplashes are “in your face” all the time, so you should choose these designs carefully. They range from simple to extremely elaborate and can blend very nicely with your overall kitchen design, or virtually scream for attention.

There are a number of direct benefits of pressed tin used as backsplash material. According to one manufacturer, it will never fade, rust or discolor over time; it is water and moisture resistant, and it provides a permanent finish on which you can decide.

Some manufacturers provide pressed tin that is painted with a powder coating for durability while others provide the products unpainted. When installed, unpainted tin should be coated and sealed with a polyurethane product and caulked around the edges to prevent water and other substances from reaching underneath and causing problems. It can be installed directly onto your backsplash area, or glued to a backing material, which is then installed.

Pressed tin backsplashes come in many different designs and may be customized extensively. Some powder-coated pre-painted tin sheets that are suitable for backsplashes also come with matching switch plates for your all-important kitchen electric outlets.

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