Ready to take on that DIY steel backsplash project you’ve been planning for a while? So now is the time to do it! Full of modern appeal and functionality, installing a stainless steel backsplash can be done in just a few hours, with minimal remodeling cost. Before ordering your materials you will need to do some measurements.
To do this, turn off the power to the outlets around your sink and remove any covers or plates from the outlets. Tape a large sheet of paper against the wall behind the sink, and then cut the template to the size you want the backsplash to be. Be sure to cut holes for any outlets. Remember to cut very carefully and precisely as this template will be used to design the final stainless steel backsplash. Take your template to a sheet metal or home improvement store and order the product. You may also want to take photos of the area you will be going to.
When you arrive, gather the following materials:
• Tape, either masking or painters
• Caulk gun and waterproof caulk for kitchen use
• A spatula
• Construction glue or other adhesive
• 80 grit sandpaper
• Isopropyl alcohol
Step 1:
Use sandpaper on the wall where the backsplash will be placed, to create a good surface for the adhesive to adhere to.
Step 2:
Run a bead of construction glue along the back of the backsplash and use the putty knife to spread the glue evenly.
Step 3:
Position the backsplash close to the wall. Start at one end and carefully smooth the steel against the wall, using the side of your hand or a flat tool such as a putty knife.
Stage 4:
Tape the backsplash until the adhesive has completely dried.
Step 5:
Remove the tape as well as any adhesive around the edges. You can do this with rubbing alcohol.
Step 6:
Run a bead of waterproof caulk along the edges of the backsplash and either bead it or smooth it into place with your finger. Let the caulk dry completely before using the sink.
Step 7:
Use any decorating ideas you’ve gathered to personalize it. For example, you may want to turn it into a gallery to display magnets.
I hope this has given you some helpful tips on finding and installing a stainless steel backsplash yourself. At the end of the day, it will be a great option as it is very easy to clean and maintain, and it also looks incredibly stylish.