After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

Black and white kitchen with solid glass backsplash - Dariusz Jarzabek/Shutterstock Whether you're starting with a blank slate or upgrading an existing space, there are tons of tiny details to ...

Susan Palmer Pierce is a reporter and columnist in the Life department. She began her journalism career as a summer employee 1972 for the News Free Press, typing bridal announcements and photo ...

Janine asks: I’m putting up a ceramic tile backsplash in my kitchen. Can I put the tile directly on the drywall, or do I have to tear it out and use a cement board? Danny Lipford: If you’re talking ...

This kitchen by Gilday Renovations features a glass-tile backsplash that extends to the ceiling. Photograph courtesy of Gilday Renovations When it comes to designing a kitchen, a backsplash is one ...

I know, I know. You're going to say I deserved this. Remember a few weeks ago when I rather smugly wrote about my kitchen makeover? How, I crowed, thanks to my careful planning and coordination, the ...

Q: What’s so great about glass kitchen backsplashes? A: Sleek with color, clean lines, and easy to care for, solid glass backsplashes have been the rage in kitchens across Europe and are being called ...

Originally, the kitchen backsplash was developed to be a functional barrier between the walls of your kitchen and any grease, water, or sauce that might come flying from whatever mishaps occur in the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. The new way to design your home. One of the many great kitchen debates involves backsplashes. Just as they do when considering ...