How to install the Faux Tin Backsplash roll

Learn how to install faux tin backsplash roll within just couple of hours.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Tin look backsplash roll (could be found here - http://talissadecor.com/catalog/backsplash_rolls)
• Utility knife
• Scissors
• Can of glue (Contact cement)
• Foam roller and tray for glue

1. 
    
   Before

   Measure the total length and width of an area that you need to cover. The roll come in standard width of 2' and the length may vary from 10' to up to 50'.

2. Measure and cut a piece that will fit under the cupboards (you can cut the roll with scissors or utility knife)

3. 
    

   Apply the adhesive on the wall with a foam roller.

4. 
    

   Apply adhesive to the back of the roll

5. 
    

   Let the glue dry for couple of minutes (till the solvent evaporates). The surface become dull and tacky attach the roll to the bar stand and squeeze the air out.

6. 
    

   You may use clear silicone to seal the edges or you can also use prepainted wood moldings that will match your kitchen cabinets. Those moldings could be either glued or nailed. Choose the matching covers plates for outlets.

Tips & Warnings

• Instead of foam roller you can use spray can (same contact cement sold in spray cans)
• Keep your hand clean from glue all the time.
• You can trim the edges with wood moldings which are very easy to paint to match the rolls.
• We've found that the solvent based Contact Cement works better than water based.

Resources

• Faux Tin Backsplash rolls

[revisitingnixon]

on 7/30/2007 Wow, this pretty awesome! Way to go Zeev. Nice to see another article from you.