Welcome to my blog. Let me introduce myself. My name is Benjamin. I am married to an amazing woman, Pam, and we have two daughters, Sammy and Justine. I am a visual artist who has occasionally worked with stained glass. That has given me an appreciation for other types of glass, and in this blog, I plan to write about buying glass, owning it, cleaning it repairing it and more. If you have any questions about glass, I invite you to explore this blog, and I thank you for reading. If you enjoy my posts, I invite you to share them. enjoy.
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Three Tricks To Ensure Your Glass Splash Backs Look Great For Years To Come
Morgane Arnaud
Glass splashbacks are a great way to add a feature to your kitchen without being overly obvious about it. Not only do they look great, but they are also practical because stains, smudges and spills pose little threat to glass. Where most people would have a regular wall that would get covered in oils, sauces and splashes over time, glass splashbacks can keep your kitchen safe and clean for decades to come. But how do you keep them looking great when so many abrasive materials and ingredients are attacking them? Here are a couple of pieces of advice to ensure that your glass splashbacks go the distance.
Go Darker In Colour
It is a simple trick that is used in everything from cars to clothing, but using darker colours works when you want to hide signs of wear and tear. The same is true with glass splashbacks, and that is the predominant reason why black, grey and dark shades of other colours are often the most popular choice. You still get that glossy finish you are after, but instead of having to maintain a pristine surface that highlights any imperfection, you can now get away with little hints of natural wear and tear without a problem. Not only that, but darker colours also look great and can create an interesting contrast to other white surfaces, such as your cupboards and floor.
Keep Appliances A Few Centimetres Off The Wall
The number one way glass splashbacks get scratched, dinged or broken is by the backs of appliances. From coffee machines to toasters, most people put their appliances so close to the glass splashbacks that they touch. This means that any bump, push or movement will immediately cause the two to collide, which can cause some serious cosmetic damage. Moving your appliances just a few centimetres off the wall gives you a bit of leeway and the peace of mind that you need to operate smoothly in what should be a highly functional space.
The only way to ensure mould, bacteria or another type of nasty grime doesn't build up on your splashback is to use good, old-fashioned elbow grease. You also should want to get rid of any smudges or presence of floury ingredients, as they ruin the illusion you are going for with a glossy glass splashback. A simple soapy scrub with a delicate cloth once a week is all it takes, and you might also want to consider using window spray, as well, to really get that reflective look you are after.
To learn more, contact a supplier that carries glass splashbacks.
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