Kitchen Tile Installation in Grand Rapids

Yes — and it's a popular choice right now. A full-height backsplash that runs from the countertop to the ceiling, especially behind the stove or range hood, makes the kitchen feel taller and gives you one continuous surface that's easy to wipe down. The most common stopping point used to be the bottom of the upper cabinets, but full-height looks more modern and avoids the awkward gap where the cabinet ends. We help you pick the right tile and pattern so a tall backsplash looks intentional rather than overwhelming.

It really does. Kitchen remodels consistently come out on top for resale appeal, and tile is the part of that remodel that lasts the longest. A solid backsplash and floor tile will still look great long after cabinets and appliances have been swapped out. It's one of those upgrades that keeps paying off.

Marble-look porcelain is the most popular choice we install in the Grand Rapids area. It handles heat from the cooktop, shrugs off cooking splatters, and cleans up easily. Large-format porcelain slabs are also trending — they give you a seamless look with almost no grout lines to worry about.

That's actually one of the smartest ways to approach it. A lot of our clients in the Grand Rapids area will do their kitchen backsplash and floor tile at the same time as tile in the entryway, dining room, or adjacent living spaces. It keeps the look consistent throughout the home, and having one crew handle everything means less disruption and a smoother process overall.

A backsplash usually takes one to two days. Floor tile for a standard-sized kitchen runs two to four days. If you're doing a full kitchen — backsplash, floor, and countertop surround — plan on about four to seven days total, depending on the tile and the layout.

Countertops go in first. The backsplash tile sits right on top of the countertop edge, so it needs to be in place for a clean finished look. We'll coordinate timing with your countertop installer so everything lines up the way it should.

Kitchen tile costs depend on the scope — backsplash only, floor only, or the full kitchen — as well as the tile selected, pattern complexity, and amount of surface prep required. We provide free estimates for every kitchen tile project. Call (616) 612-1284 or contact us online to schedule a consultation.

Absolutely — and combining both into one project is often the most efficient approach. We sequence the work so floors are finished first, then backsplash is installed once countertops are in place. Having one crew handle both avoids double the setup and teardown, and ensures the two surfaces read as a coordinated pair.

Yes. We seal grout lines on all kitchen installations — cooking areas benefit from sealed grout that resists oil, sauces, and food stains. On natural stone tile, we also seal the tile surface itself. We explain which surfaces need periodic resealing and how often during the project wrap-up.