Glass Mosaic Tiles Perfect for Kitchen Backsplash
Glass mosaic tiles have become popular since the 1990’s as an accent decoration for kitchen backsplashes and accent on certain walls in the home such as in the bathroom. These gorgeous mosaic tiles come in a variety of colors and patterns to fit any décor whether you are doing a complete renovation or just want to have a weekend home project to install a backsplash by your sink or stove. Since glass is more rigid than ceramic or porcelain, the glass tiles do break easier under duress, such as using them on countertops; which is not recommended.
More commonly called ‘green tiles’ the glass mosaic tiles are commonly used in bathrooms, spas and kitchen and are made of fused glass, a great way to recycle. The variety of glass mosaic tiles can enhance your kitchen or bath with photo-like pictures and since they are moisture proof is a more popular choice to use around areas such as sinks and bathrooms where there is always water present.
Glass mosaic tiles can be found in a variety of colors with patterns and pictures that will fit with any décor you are looking for. These beautiful and recycled tiles come in honeycomb, square and even rectangular shapes. If you are looking for a way to make a bold statement behind your sink, stove or in the bathroom consider using glass mosaic tiles. These glass mosaic tiles will also reflect the sunlight providing more light to come into your kitchen or bath where it is needed most.
Mosaic Tile Backsplash
Choose either a gloss or matte finish to enhance the color scheme in your home. Solid colors or opaque will instantly change a dull wall into one that is exciting and bright. If you are thinking about putting in a backsplash, consider using recycled glass mosaic tiles. Each individual tile normally does not exceed 2 inches square and the entire section is ¼ inches thick.
These glass mosaic tiles are easy to install and make a do it yourself project that you will be proud of. So if you have been wondering what to put behind your sink, behind your stove or in your shower for a weekend renovation project, consider the glass mosaic tiles. Not only are you going ‘green’ you will be pleased with the extra light you will be receiving from the outside as well as you will be pleased at how your wall will come alive.
With the installation of glass mosaic tiles as a backsplash behind your stove and sink cleanup of grease spatters or food spatters clean up with east without staining as can happen with other types of backsplash materials. These tiles are mounted on mesh so you can easily cut out the pattern to fit your space correctly. Using these glass tiles you won’t need to use any type of sealant after installation as the glass will always be clean and shiny.