Who would have thought to use a sidewalk as a kitchen countertop? Well, someone did, because the once drab, gray concrete is now an artistic upscale trend in home design.
-susan27Another reason why we like this setup is because there is not much money in tile, and this way our customers are happy and we still maintain control over the project. In addition to that, we don't have to spend precious hours worrying about designing the perfect tile backsplash.In my case, I must say that the best friend is lovely. She asks questions, gives her opinion, but her "way" is very sensitive to both me and her friend. My vibe toward her has always been very welcoming, so maybe that has made a slight difference. If your vibe is somewhat negative, that could make a difference in your case, so I'd look at that as a possible contentious situation.Since removing an existing concrete slab is a messy and labor- intensive proposition, rather than removing the slab and starting over, it is possible to transform existing concrete by applying an overlay. This overlay is a cement material placed over the existing concrete about 1/8 to 1/4 of an inch thick. The overlay can then be stamped, etched and/or stained to create the look you want.In my case, it is the same thing. Her best friend is in on every single decision, no matter how large or how small. I even printed a set of plans for her and she was there at the contract signing (however I didn't give her a copy of the contract). I have had all the same thoughts as you are having about your situation.I think with ceramic tile, you have to mark it up to make any profit on the job at all. Designs can be quite time consuming, and you need to be paid for the work you are putting in!* Broken or abandoned china: Even if it is no longer of service on the table, china can become a serviceable and spunky mosaic backsplash.Today, contractors can transform this typically utilitarian building material into whatever you can imagine. They can make concrete any color you want and make it resemble any pattern you want -- from stone to slate to wood.It is a closet system if that makes any difference. Any ideas that you can offer me would be greatly appreciated.I think you're working with one of my clients!-jelkelkitchenI am very curious about how others charge for designing tile backsplashes. Can someone offer any suggestions?
Architects Ann Robinson and Annie Vernon are the founding principals of Renovation Design Group, www.renovationdesigngroup.com, a local architectural firm specializing in residential remodels.
Author: Ann Robinson
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