May 042012
 


The process of making a backsplash fit to your wall configuration is relatively easy. For the most part, just adhere it to the wall unless you need to cut it to fit. The task gets a bit trickier once you try maneuvering around your common electrical outlets. However, this can easily be navigated around in a matter of 7 easy steps.

Tools needed- Pencil, Cardboard Insert (From backsplash box or scap), Drill, Jigsaw, clamps, file, and adhesive.

  1. First measure the dimensions of your outlets-finding how far into your backsplash panel they will be helps to pinpoint your cut.
  2. Take your measurements and trace them into a piece of scrap cardboard- the piece included with the box works particularly great for this.
  3. Cut out the outlet pattern from the cardboard using a utility knife.
  4. Take the template and ensure your cutouts match up with your outlets on the wall. Once your outlets match up with your template, trace the outlets onto our backsplash panel.
  5. After tracing the pattern, use a drill to bore out the center of each outlet pattern, this allows for easier access for your jigsaw.
  6. Once you’ve drilled pilot holes, use your jigsaw to carefully cut out the outlet patterns filing down sharp edges if needed.
  7. Now that you’ve successfully cut your holes, apply your adhesive and secure to your wall just like your other panels.

The following video below will help illustrate these steps!

Dec 202011
 


Thank you all for participating in our 1005 Design Pick Your Fave Contest. We had a lot of fun seeing which design was going to be the favorite. We had 84 votes and over 40 comments about the designs. Make sure to check back on our Facebook page for other contests and chances to win. If you have any prize ideas let us know.

Backsplash Design

The Results – for the results I am going to combine design votes for copper or stainless finish together to show favorite design.

Art Nouveau Backsplash

The favorite design with 38% of the votes is Art Nouveau


Mosaic Backsplash

Runner-up with 24% of the vote is Mosaic










Brush Backsplash

Brush tied with Tile for 13% of the vote each


Tile Backsplash

Tied for third with 13% of the vote









Backsplash Finish Color

65% selected a design with a stainless steel finish while 35% picked a design in the copper finish.

Favorite Backsplash Design Comments

Here are 5 of the best comments about the designs:

I would cover the whole wall of my breakfast room–would look beautiful, relaxing and be easy to clean. ~ About Copper – Art Noveau from Sandi

I like the Tim Buton kind of crazy pattern on this one. ~ About Stainless – Diamond from Jacques

This pattern is just complex enough to keep my interest, yet not enough to hypnotize me! ~ About Stainless-Mosaic from Michael

I love the Copper Art Nouveau because it would look lovely in my log house. ~ About Copper – Art Nouveau from Allyson

Love this, it’s so contemporary and modern, I want it as a wallpaper all over my house! About Stainless-Art Nouveau from Casey

Thank you to everyone for participating and a big congratulations to Phil R, John B, and Denise V for winning the Amazon gift cards. Join us for more great contests and prizes. Don’t forget to suggest prizes.

 Posted by at 7:05 pm
Nov 172010
 


You’re probably wondering what the connection is between kitchen backsplashes and high heels… Think of the impact high heels can have on an outfit.  Casual jeans transition to pants ready to go out in.  A boring outfit turns chic.  Well, I think of backsplashes to a kitchen what high heels are to an outfit.  A backsplash is a perfect way to add a big impact with small investment.  And better yet, our new backsplashes make it quick and easy to spruce up your kitchen.  Not only will your kitchen look better, but if you’re in the market to sell or looking to increase the value of your home, kitchen appearances make or break a home, and minor changes can go a long way.  Better Homes and Gardens has a good blog on the value remodeling adds and also the downside that run-down kitchens can have on your resale.  http://www.bhg.com/home-improvement/remodeling/expert-advice/when-remodeling-adds-value/ Check out our backsplash designs and please give us your feedback…would you spruce up your kitchen with our backsplashes?

Aug 192010
 


We had a great time at the product opinion panel at Mancy’s on Tuesday, August 17th. We want to thank everyone that was able to attend. We got a lot of really good feedback. The audience was comprised of the perfect variety of industry professionals and DIY’ers.

POP attendees

Thanks to all at attended the panel on Tuesday

If any of you have further interest in the backsplashes, our next step is to get some volunteers to install the backsplashes in their homes. Our plan is to supply all the panels, trim, and adhesive, and in return we need feedback and a few picture.

As a side note to the event- The food was great. We thank Mancy’s for all their support and appreciated the great food.

Jul 302010
 


We will be hosting a product opinion panel at Mancy’s Italian Grill on Tuesday, August 17th. We will be presenting our backsplash product to the panel of attendees while you enjoy soft drinks and appetizers from Mancy’s Italian Grill. You will be one of the first to see and learn about this new option for kitchen backsplashes. Read the PDF Invitation for more information

Be sure to RSVP by Friday, August 6 to insure your spot on the product opinion panel! Please contact Jana Moses at 419-996-4819 or jmoses@1005design.com with questions.

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