When we changed the tile backsplash in the kitchen there was an issue that needed to be corrected. We tiled over the old tile and we didn't won't to remove the border tile, but it was the wrong color with the new tile. I thought for a minute and came up with an easy fix.
The arrow marks the problem.
Here's a closer blurry look. As you can see it is a brown color.
See it now? It blends nicely with the new tile. So how did I do that? In less than a couple of minutes I brushed a couple of colors of paint over it and voila!
These border pieces are in three places on this side. You can see the one by the arched opening in front of the sink here.
The other piece is behind the pitcher of flowers. I seemed to always have it blocked with something in my photos.
So if you have something that needs an easy fix....try paint.
You can fix anything with paint! You just added another use to your 1001 ideas to use paint! Great idea!
ReplyDeleteKim, you put new tile over the old tile? How can you do that? Do you use a special glue or something? You might have given me an idea!
ReplyDeleteNaomi, I blogged about it, but it doesn't work in every situation, but it did for us.
DeleteGreat fix! Looks terrific!
ReplyDeleteKim,
ReplyDeletePaint saves the day again. Easy, inexpensive, and any color you need. Every time I see your new backsplash, I love it more.
Judith
the power of paint. changes everything. looks great.
ReplyDeleteI wonder if when you clean the paint will rub off. If it does you can use a craft paint called PermEnamel by Delta paints, it will be permanent when it dries. Your kitchen is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteNo, it will not wash off. Thanks
DeleteLooks great and such an easy fix! Enjoy your day, Kim!
ReplyDeleteShelley
What a simple but perfect solution! Congrats to the winner.
ReplyDeleteWhat a creative solution. I have the same tile in my kitchen and and those pencil trims are expensive. It blends as if it was always there. Love your kitchen.
ReplyDeleteMy contractor is coming over this evening...I can't wait to show him your solution.
Wow!!! What a creative solution Kim. Another way to share the amazing power of paint!!
ReplyDeleteHoping you are healing well and will soon be up and about.
Hugs, Gee
Kim, you are the master with a paint brush!! What an easy fix!
ReplyDeleteThat's the perfect fix! You are the queen of paint.
ReplyDeletePerfect! You are master with paint! Love the new look of your kitchen and know you are enjoying this redo. Congratulations to the winner.
ReplyDeleteHi Kim! Where did you get your countertop from?
ReplyDeleteThat was installed over 15 years ago by a local stone place.
DeleteI love the paint color on your lower cabinets. What color is it and who makes the paint?
ReplyDeleteIt is Annie Sloan Chalk paint in Chateau Gray with her sealer over it.
DeleteWhen I saw this picture from your top posts of 2017, I thought "the fix" was going to be to use bread boards for covering up an electrical socket (which would also be a good fix). So I got two good ideas from one post. Happy 2018!
ReplyDeleteLooks great. Do you recall the grout color you used?
ReplyDeleteNo, I can't recall it at the moment.
DeleteWhat color is the green cabinetry
ReplyDeleteChateau Gray by Annie Sloan chalk paint. Yes, it looks green.
DeleteI love that you posted your final outcome.. I have same counteerops and want to change out my other finishes.. This example is beautiful!! I was wondering what your flooring looked like with the rest of finishes?
ReplyDeleteMy kitchen counters and backsplash have been updated since this post from two years ago. Our floors are Santos Mahogony.
DeleteHI Kim,
ReplyDeleteI have the same granite and love it but am wondering what the name of the backsplash is you used in this post. I love it!
I don't know as we don't even have it anymore. I found it at Floor and Decor a few years ago.
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