A backsplash is one of the highest-impact tile jobs in a kitchen, and it lives or dies on the cuts. We set subway, mosaic, handmade, or large-format tile and cut it clean around outlets, switches, the window trim, and the range hood, so the layout reads straight from end to end. Most kitchens are a one-day to two-day job.
We plan the layout before we start so your full tiles land where the eye goes and the cuts hide at the edges. You get a written quote up front, and we protect your counters and cabinets while we work. No dust all over the kitchen.
What it actually costs.
Kitchen backsplash tile $900 to $3,200
Wall areaA single run behind the range vs. a full wraparound backsplash
Tile choiceStandard subway vs. handmade, mosaic, or large-format
LayoutStraight, herringbone, or stacked, and how many cuts it needs
ObstaclesOutlets, windows, and the range hood that need careful cuts
Our four-step process.
Walkthrough and written quote
We measure the wall, talk tile and pattern, and write a line-item quote.
Prep and layout
We protect the counters and cabinets, prep the wall, and dry-lay the pattern so the cuts land right.
Set tile and grout
We set the tile, cut clean around outlets and the window, and grout once it has set.
Seal and final walkthrough
We seal the grout where needed, clean up, and walk the finished backsplash with you.
Why hire pros for kitchen backsplash tile.
Clean cuts around outlets, switches, windows, and the range hood
Subway, mosaic, handmade, or large-format tile
Layout planned so full tiles land where they show
Most kitchens finished in one to two days
Counters and cabinets protected while we work
Frequently asked questions.
How much does a kitchen backsplash cost in Bellingham?
Most backsplashes in Bellingham run $900 to $3,200. The price depends on how much wall you are covering, the tile you choose, and the layout. A straight subway run behind the range is at the low end, and a full wraparound in handmade or mosaic tile sits at the top. We quote it line by line after we measure.
How long does a backsplash take to install?
Most kitchen backsplashes are a one-day to two-day job. Day one is prep, layout, and setting tile. If the tile needs to cure before grouting we come back to grout and seal. Tile choice matters too: small mosaics and intricate patterns take longer than a straight subway run.
Can you tile around my outlets and window?
Yes, and that is where the work shows. We cut tile clean around outlets, switches, the window trim, and the range hood, and we plan the layout so those cuts look intentional. In older Bellingham kitchens the spacing is rarely square, so the layout is what makes the finished wall read straight.
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