topic Re: Stainless steel backsplash in Kitchen

Stainless steel backsplash

danedylan — Thu, 13 Aug 2020 21:34:51 GMT

anyone have this?--would recommend it?--is it easy 2 keep clean?--thinking about doing this in my kitchen--not sure--any help would be appreciated----------marynj

Re: Stainless steel backsplash

Shelbelle — Thu, 13 Aug 2020 21:41:42 GMT

Dont have it, but my guess is that it would not be able to keep clean.

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froggy — Thu, 13 Aug 2020 22:10:25 GMT

It's hard enough to keep SS appliances clean. A backsplash would be worse.

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Mellyg — Thu, 13 Aug 2020 22:41:18 GMT

I considered it! However, I'm very practical with design; I struggle with finding the perfect deal balance of aesthetics and practicality (ie. low maintenance). I didn't go for it because (as others said), it's difficult enough to keep appliances streak free. I do like the look of it, but I know the first time I splattered sauce all over the back I'd spend an evening cursing and trying to get it clean and streak free.

But, I'm a bit type A with things such a fingerprints, streaks, etc. Also to consider, if you don't get a lot of natural sunlight, keeping it spotless may not matter (as it may not show based on your lighting).

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godi — Thu, 13 Aug 2020 22:48:08 GMT

I have a hard time keeping my fridge clean let alone a backsplash. When this fridge goes no more stainless for me!

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Shelbelle — Thu, 13 Aug 2020 22:50:10 GMT

We bought a house a few years ago that had a mirrored backsplash, can you imagine?? I said to the old owner right to her face, how could you do this?? I had it changed as the first renovation, yikes!!! I cant even keep my hand mirror clean!!!

Re: Stainless steel backsplash

NicksmomESQ — Thu, 13 Aug 2020 23:06:35 GMT

@Shelbelle wrote:
We bought a house a few years ago that had a mirrored backsplash, can you imagine?? I said to the old owner right to her face, how could you do this?? I had it changed as the first renovation, yikes!!! I cant even keep my hand mirror clean!!!

@Shelbelle When I renovated my kitchen 12 years ago I did a mirrored backsplash. I find it very easy to keep clean. My kitchen is spotless. All these years later I still get lots of compliments.

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kaydee50 — Thu, 13 Aug 2020 23:10:13 GMT

Yes, we do have a stainless steel backsplash which is approimately 2 feet high from the counter to the bottom of the cabinets. The condo we bought had been renovated and that's what was there. I like it. We also have stainless steel appliances and I don't find it a problem keep them clean. I love the way the backsplash looks. It is similar to this:

Re: Stainless steel backsplash

Shelbelle — Thu, 13 Aug 2020 23:21:26 GMT

@NicksmomESQ wrote:
@Shelbelle wrote:
We bought a house a few years ago that had a mirrored backsplash, can you imagine?? I said to the old owner right to her face, how could you do this?? I had it changed as the first renovation, yikes!!! I cant even keep my hand mirror clean!!!
@Shelbelle When I renovated my kitchen 12 years ago I did a mirrored backsplash. I find it very easy to keep clean. My kitchen is spotless. All these years later I still get lots of compliments.

I admire your cleaning skills, but I have been in housekeeping 45 years and still find mirrors very hard to keep looking good.

Re: Stainless steel backsplash

NicksmomESQ — Thu, 13 Aug 2020 23:43:33 GMT

@Shelbelle Could it have something to do with the quality of the mirrors? Because I also have mirrored backsplashes in all 3 of my bathrooms & they are very easy to clean. No streaks or pitting at all. I got all the mirror work done around the same time.I remember paying extra for some sort of glass treatment but can't remember the details.

Re: Stainless steel backsplash

nana59 — Thu, 13 Aug 2020 23:49:35 GMT

@Shelbelle wrote:
We bought a house a few years ago that had a mirrored backsplash, can you imagine?? I said to the old owner right to her face, how could you do this?? I had it changed as the first renovation, yikes!!! I cant even keep my hand mirror clean!!!

i noticed katie lee's home kitchen....from the show The Kitchen....has a mirrored backsplash! she probably has someone to help her keep it clean!

Re: Stainless steel backsplash

Sage04 — Fri, 14 Aug 2020 01:02:13 GMT

We have stainless steel appliances and don´t have fingerprints or smudges. Ours are only two years old. I know the old time ones show everything and are hard to keep clean.

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kitty60 — Fri, 14 Aug 2020 01:08:12 GMT

I don't have a stainless back splash although I do have a section behind an area where my pots hang, for that area it works because essentially it is covered by the pots. After hating every backplash I have had from "faux" brick in the early 70's, different tiles, and even wallpaper I fianlly settled for corian. It was used for countertops but I chose a white with minor flecks to use as my backsplash. They thought I was crazy but as the man installed he said he was surprised. It is bright and easy to clean. If I ever did another house/kitchen, I would do it again.

Re: Stainless steel backsplash

danedylan — Fri, 14 Aug 2020 14:10:51 GMT

to Kaydee50--that is the exact backsplash I had in mind--thanks--I will b deciding if I will get that exact one--thanks!----------------marynj

Re: Stainless steel backsplash

SharkE — Fri, 14 Aug 2020 14:33:49 GMT

brick for me

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wagirl — Fri, 14 Aug 2020 14:40:44 GMT

but wouldn't one solid sheet of surface be easier to clean than a bunch of tile with grout lines??? I have no problem keeping my SS appliances clean--just part of my night time ritual of doing dishes. I kind of like the idea-----I have stupid oak moulding and painted walls as my backsplash and I HATE that!!!

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SharkE — Fri, 14 Aug 2020 14:47:26 GMT

nah, can't see the grease. just get a wet dish rag with the scrubby side on one side, add few drops of Palmoive , Joy, etc. if bothers me. Clean it once a yr. maybe

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PINKdogWOOD — Fri, 14 Aug 2020 16:12:19 GMT

@godi Yep - told my husband when we finished re-doing our kitchen, the SS goes both the fridge & range. So done with this look, we went back to white as in the 'kitchen' part we have lighter charcoal walls from floor to about 5.5ft high. The rest of the walls and ceiling are a very very soft grey with white fridge and range, small side bar against the walls, looks great! In the pantry where the very old ss 2 basin sink is and 34 cupborads (yes I said 34!!!), walls are still a light grey (a tad darker than walls/ceiling). The backsplash is a tri-color charcoal, lighter grey, and mercury-like tile which I absolutely love! And I will say, no spots ever show up on the tile, so easy peasy to just wipe off with a damp cloth.

The white appliances are about 4 years old now, look like we just got them yesterday. Again so easy to take care of and keep clean. When the burners get dirty I make a little paste of vinegar & baking soda, takes about 10 minutes to clean up to sparkle again! Love my kitchen!

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Reever — Sat, 15 Aug 2020 16:50:28 GMT

Absolutely not ! Can you imagine the cooking grease and splashes ? I think the entire stainless steel fad will soon end. Its not warm or inviting. Thankfully i have a 27 year old Amana refrigerator still functioning in almond. So much nicer than the current stuff on the market and blends in with the country rustic look that I adore. Stainless steel is a nightmare to clean. Its a fad.

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Abrowneyegirl — Sat, 15 Aug 2020 17:01:41 GMT

If it is panels of REAL stainless steel, not the grey "stainless colored material" they put on most appliances than it will be a cinch to keep clean.