Kitchen Tile Design

How is a kitchen tile backsplash designed? There are many ways.

We thought we would show you a recent backsplash tile design by Mosaic Tile that we installed in a kitchen remodeling project. The homeowners loved the random sized tiles in the backsplash but wanted to add some punches of color. The tile, called Oracle Random Mosiac, comes pre-assembled in 12 X 12 sheets so we removed small 2 x 2 tiles in the original tile sheet and replaced them with 2 x 2 colored glass tiles in a variety of colors.

The result was stunning and the homeowners love their new kitchen along with the tile backsplash.

Small Kitchen Designs

Can anything be done for a small kitchen?

Our client came to us with a small kitchen in his condominium. He liked the condo's location and didn't want to move yet the kitchen was cramped and did not flow very well. He wanted to update the look, too.

Our solution: We designed and built a small U-shaped kitchen within the footprint of the original kitchen. The new design incorporates a taller bar area as well as new, up-dated appliances and a better traffic flow (see first photo above). The design provides better efficiency and more organization in a small space.

The client chose Kraftmaid Belmont cabinets in a toffee finish topped with laminate countertops in Willow Springs. The laminate has the look of granite but at a much lower price. Dal-tile's Ridgeview tile layed on a diagonal finished off the floor. The diagonal pattern of the 12" x 12" tile helps to elongate the feel of the area. And Denim Blue paint completes the walls.

The small, cramped kitchen is now open and functions better. And our client loves his new kitchen!

If you'd like to see what we can do for your kitchen, just give us a call at 703-369-4446 or e-mail us at info@grecoremodelers.com.

Kitchen Remodeling Made Easy

A kitchen remodel does not necessarily mean that everything must go and be replaced with new. Sometimes, one or two changes is all that is needed to re-fresh a tired kitchen into something much more exciting and workable.

Take, for example, our client who came to us with a request to update her kitchen cabinets. The existing wood cabinets were showing some wear. Everything else had been replaced over the past five or so years and she was happy with the kitchen's layout. She wanted to keep her existing appliances as well as the countertop. And she wanted to keep the cost lower. Could she do that?

Absolutely! We replaced her old wood cabinets (see "before" second photo above) with brand new Merillat Spring Valley oak cabinets (see "after" first photo above). We re-installed her existing dishwasher, oven, microwave, sink, faucet and countertop. She was thrilled with the outcome!

It's not always necessary to completely tear out the old and start over in order to remodel a kitchen or bath. If some of the room's elements are still serviceable and fit into the scope, we can easily incorporate them back into the project. This can be an environmentally responsible solution as well as a cost-saving way to remodel.

If you would like to discuss what can be done in your kitchen, just give us a call at 703-369-4446 or shoot us an e-mail at info@grecoremodelers.com. We would love to show you what we can do for you.

A Kitchen Remodel Means New Kitchen Towels, Too

What do you do once your kitchen remodel project is complete? You've replaced the cabinets, the countertops, the appliances, the sink. Now it's time to buy new kitchen towels, of course. A new kitchen just about demands new linens.

And to help you decide which towels will work best for you, there is a fantastic article in today's Washington Post entitled All kitchen towels are not created equal.

Good Kitchen Lighting Means Layers of Light

According to Kraftmaid Cabinetry, "A good lighting scheme contains a mixture of various types of fixtures to enhance the room. Adding layers of lighting creates contrast, which increases drama and functionality within a space."

This Kraftmaid kitchen features task lighting over the cooktop and workspace to make food preparation easier. Decorative fixtures illuminate the island to provide ambient light. And interior and below-cabinet lighting showcase items to add visual interest.

We can show you which lighting will look best in your new kitchen. Manassas kitchen remodeling specialists.