How to install a back splash (backsplash).

It is pretty easy to install a back splash in your home under your cabinets. The best way to go about it is to measure the area you need to cover and select the appropriate amount of material. Always factor in around 10% more material than you would need for mistake protection. It is always neccessary to save money when ordering your material, but never a good idea to get ‘only what you need’. Everyone makes mistakes, even professionals.

When using tin backsplash material, one thing you should practice is using gloves! Once the panels are cut, it is razor sharp so be sure to protect yourself. A new pair of metal shears, or tin snips, does the job. The only issue with this tool is that it doesn’t do very good with straight cuts. I recommend using a wood molding to finish off those cuts that aren’t perfect. It’s metal so be understanding if it doesn’t work out as well as wood is in trimming and piecing together.

Tin backsplash panels have a nail-rail that surrounds the perimeter edge. The panels overlap on this edge all the way around. Traditionally it was hand hammered into a wood substrate (just like installing it for a ceiling installation). Although, with the use of drywall today, it is effecient to just glue it up with Liquid Nails (Projects and Foam board).

It’s that easy! Cut and glue directly to your wall. Below are two videos that show you exactly how its done!