Kitchen Splashback Installation in London
So, you’ve just spent thousands redoing the kitchen with sleek new cabinetry and sparkling countertops. Only to have the grand unveiling dampened by grubby marks splattering up your walls every time the Sunday roast's get sauced up! Hardly the pristine centrepiece space envisioned eh? Don’t ditch delicately pan frying just yet! Installing splashback is the pro move for protecting walls while adding visual appeal. Kitchen game changer! Read Glazing Works London’s guide tackling your steamy condensation woes...
Types of Splashback Materials
First things first - let’s explore popular splashback surface options gracing London’s stylish kitchens and their care requirements:
- Glass Splashback – Toughened tempered glass cut to size in any colour with heat/stain proof finish. Minimal care wipe downs keep sparkling. Match to worktops for streamlined appearance.
- Porcelain & Ceramic Tiles – Glossy easy-clean tiles in endless patterns. Grout demands regular scrubbing to keep mould-free. Match to floor finishes boosting harmony.
- Stainless Steel – Sleek industrial look. Hot pans and spillages wipe straight off. Use extensive backsplashes to prevent grease staining walls. Shows fingerprints.
- Acrylic/Laminate Sheeting – Cost-effective wipe-clean glossy plastic material. Large affordable expanses available. Vulnerable to scratches, bubbles and discolouration over time.
- Natural Stone – Marble, granite and limestone for luxury traditional aesthetic. Requires thorough sealing initially. Etching and staining risks. Avoid dark colours showing soap scum.
Get Designing! With endless choice on materials, textures and colours available - glass and ceramics win popularity contests delivering durable low maintenance finishes. Arrange free samples from Glazing Works London ensuring showroom swatch colours match reality. Don’t be that guvnor with a loud orange splashback!
Call 020 8050 7046 today or request a quote online
to get started with Glazing Works London!
Measure Up Before Taking the Plunge
Delving into installation, precision measuring prevents a world of splashback pain. Amateur DIYers bodging this first step see everything out of alignment later. Cue reworks, wasted material and general dismay! Redoing granite is not cheap either.
Glazing Works London’s installation pros start by:
- Taking detailed room dimensions assessing imperfect wall straightness
- Comparing existing layout plans against final installed kitchen and appliance positioning
- Identifying irregular areas requiring cut-outs like window protrusions and pipework
Only with exact appliance clearance and niche measurements confirmed do our fabricators produce definitively sized splashback for faultless mounting. No nasty surprises down the line!
Specialist Fitting Knowledge – Glass vs Tile Differences
Alright, assuming accurate sizing done - what about the fiddly installation bit itself? DIY blogs make it look a doddle. Don’t be fooled! Reputable companies like Glazing Works London have specialist skills getting materials firmly mounted.
Let’s compare key installation differences:
Glass Splashback:
- Diamond drill holes into surfaces without shattering panes
- Secure toughened panels to walls with specialist silicon adhesives
- Connect multiple panels leaving slight gaps allowing natural expansion
Ceramic Wall Tiles:
- Preparing surfaces removing old paints and making walls plumb
- Mixing adhesive cement bedding to thick solid consistency
- Leave grouting spacers ensuring straight joints and smooth finish
When reviewing quotes, examine specifically what preparation and finishing stages feature. Shocking how many unprofessional dealers try excluding key things! Common tactics they may use:
- Hiding filler costs for uneven walls behind vague “materials” fees
- Attempting to grout directly onto glass instead of using purpose-made beading
- Failing to return following fitting to replace damaged tiles or finish edges
Avoid these jokers like the plague! Only pros like Glazing Works London taking pride in craft deliver splashback installations worth showing off down the boozer.
Call 020 8050 7046 today or request a quote online
to get started with Glazing Works London!
How Much Do Splashback Cost to Buy & Professionally Fit in London?
Finally the burning question..what’s the damage on my wallet? variables affecting price:
- Chosen Material Type – glass, stainless steel, ceramic tiles or sheeting
- Bespoke Design - simple colour vs digitally printed image or logo
- Appliance Cut-Outs – precision openings for socket outlets
- Size – narrow strip behind hob or full expanse covering entire wall
- Specialist Surface Preparation – plastering and making good beautifully
Ballpark Guide Prices from Glazing Works London:
- Glass Splashback ~ £100 per m2
- Stainless Steel Splashback ~ £130 per m2
- Ceramic Tile Splashback ~ £150 per m2
Those prices include professional design specs, pre-preparation, fitting and final snagging. Ready to bake away debris-free!
Hopefully that informations saves your lovely walls and sanity. Takeaways: Measure accurately. Pick suitable long-lasting materials. Have specialist fitters do the work!
Ready to Install Your Dream Kitchen Splashback?
If that DIY splashback plan now sounds like a recipe for disaster, simply call Glazing Works London pronto on 020 8050 7046. Our teams handle fiddly fabrication and installations daily keeping kitchens pristine across London. From clever heat-reflective glass to textured marble mosaics, we’ve got designers, materials and fitting pros sorted so you can focus solely on sauce stirring!