A backsplash is one of the most important aspects of the kitchen. It enhances your kitchen’s functionality and makes it look stylish as well. If you’re thinking of getting a new kitchen backsplash installed and wondering how much the kitchen backsplash would cost, you should know that the cost will mainly depend on the material you choose. Consult with our kitchen contractor for more information.
Average Cost of Kitchen Backsplash
If you will choose ceramic, which is one of the most common backsplashes for the kitchen, the average cost would be between $400 and $600. This cost applies to a glazed ceramic tile for an area of 16-square feet. It’s highly recommended to consult with a professional to get a quotation for the average cost of the kitchen backsplash.
Cost Breakdown For Kitchen Backsplash
A big percentage of the overall cost of kitchen backsplash installation goes to the material. For instance, a ceramic tile costs around $10 to $15 per square foot. It may be possible to spend more than that if you will opt for the premium ceramic tiles. In order to be sure, it is best to purchase 10 to 20 percent more tiles to cover for the breakage during installation. The overall cost including the extra tiles should be around $250. You may need to add $100 for the sealer.
Another aspect that will contribute to the overall kitchen backsplash cost is the labor. Most professional installers will charge you base on the overall size of the area where the backsplash is to be installed. In this case, you can expect to add $10 for every square foot in the overall installation cost. This should be equivalent to $160 for a 16 square feet area. Other installers will charge you with an hourly rate for the installation. Depending on the installer, the rate should be between $40 and $60 per hour since installing the backsplash in your kitchen is a bit tedious.
Enhancement and Improvement
If there is a need for the old backsplash to be removed before the new one will be installed, you can expect to add an extra $200 to $400 to the overall kitchen backsplash cost. If the drywall behind your kitchen backsplash has gotten damaged and needs some repair, you can pay an additional $150. If your kitchen backsplash has a more intricate design or a more involved pattern and may include the use of trim and other decorative pieces, the overall cost could increase by up to 20%.
Additional Costs
Aside from the things that were already mentioned, there are additional costs and considerations that you need to consider for your kitchen backsplash installation. For instance, unglazed ceramic provide more traction, however, glazed ceramic provide more design options and are often the more popular choice. The cost of these ceramic tiles are almost the same, however glazed tiles will not require the added cost of applying a protective sealant, which should be around $100.
Remember that these are mere estimates only, but this should somehow give you an idea on how much should the kitchen backsplash cost.
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