Tile Backsplash • Jacksonville, FL
A backsplash is a small area that everyone looks at, usually at eye level and under bright lights. Braga Remodeling installs tile backsplashes in Jacksonville kitchens with the layout planned first, tight cuts around every outlet and a finished edge where the tile stops.
Liability insured · Jacksonville, FL
5.0 · 51 Google reviewsOn a backsplash the details are the job: where the pattern is centered, how the cuts land at the cabinets and how the tile meets the countertop.
Overview
The backsplash protects the wall behind the sink and range from water, grease and heat, and it ties the countertop and cabinets together. Because the area is small, the tile choice can be bolder than you might risk on a floor. The three styles we install most are subway tile, in a classic offset or a stacked or herringbone pattern; mosaic sheets in glass, stone or porcelain; and large-format tile, which gives a calm surface with very few grout lines.
Each one asks something different of the wall. Subway tile is forgiving, but the pattern has to be centered on something, usually the range or the sink window, so the cuts at each end match. Mosaic sheets need careful spacing so the sheet seams disappear. Large-format tile shows every wave in the drywall, so the wall has to be flat before it goes up. We sort that out at the estimate, along with how the tile ends: a metal edge profile, a bullnose piece or a clean line at the cabinet side.
A backsplash goes in after the countertops, since the tile sits on top of the counter and the joint between them is sealed with flexible caulk, not grout. If you are replacing counters or cabinets as well, the order matters, and we can plan the tile as part of a larger kitchen remodeling project in Jacksonville. For floors, showers and other tiled surfaces, see our tile installation service.
Layout planned first
Pattern centered on the range or sink
Outlets cut tight
Cover plates sit flat on the tile
Finished edges
Trim profile or bullnose where tile ends
Sealed where needed
Grout and stone protected from stains
What's Included
We help you settle the tile, pattern, grout color and edge detail, then dry-lay or mark the layout so you see where the cuts will fall before anything is set.
Old backsplash tile or laminate strips are removed, damaged drywall is repaired and the wall is cleaned and flattened so the new tile bonds and sits even.
Power is turned off, cover plates come off and tile is cut closely around each box. Box extenders bring the outlets and switches forward so they sit flush with the new tile surface.
Tile is set level from the countertop up with consistent joints, wrapped around windows and finished at the ends with the trim agreed in the layout.
Joints are grouted in the chosen color and cleaned without haze. Cement grout and natural stone are sealed. The joint at the countertop gets color-matched flexible caulk.
If counters or cabinets are changing, the backsplash is scheduled after they are in so the tile fits the finished lines, including under-cabinet lighting and the range hood.
Our Process
We measure the wall area, count outlets and windows, and go over tile, pattern and edge options with you.
Countertops, sink and range are covered. The old backsplash comes off and the wall is repaired where needed.
The centerline and starting row are marked so cuts are balanced at the ends and around the window or hood.
Tile is set from the counter up, cut around outlets and switches, and finished with trim at exposed edges.
After the tile has set, joints are grouted and cleaned. The countertop joint and inside corners are caulked.
Sealer is applied where required, cover plates go back on and we walk the finished backsplash with you.
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Google Reviews
“I had a great experience with this construction company. They were honest, reliable, and did exactly what they promised. The team was professional, hardworking, and paid attention to every detail.”
“We had an overall wonderful experience with Braga Remodeling. They were responsible, professional and communicated well throughout the process.”
“Excellent service and outstanding workmanship! The crew was punctual, respectful, and very knowledgeable throughout the entire project.”
Tell us about your kitchen and the tile you have in mind. Photos of the wall help. We will measure and put the Braga Remodeling scope in writing. Prefer to talk? Call (904) 520-1994 or email braga@bragaremodeling.com.
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