Copper Tile is Perfect for a Kitchen Backsplash

Copper tile has been used for years as a decorative, yet functional part of our homes. You can still see the aging rain gutters and awnings made from copper, as well as to accent tiled floors and walls. Copper does not rust and in damp air, turns to reddish-brown or reddish-orange.

Today copper tiles are popular on tile designs for centerpieces to larger ceramic patterns of tile as well as floors in the entryway, bathtubs, and fireplace mantles. A copper tile backsplash for the kitchen; however, is one of the most popular, and since it is naturally antimicrobial, it is well suited for use there. Copper is lightweight and can be installed with contact cement or heavy weight spray adhesive. It is waterproof and once you have it properly installed with the edges sealed, the whole area will be waterproof, making it suitable for either the kitchen or the bathroom.

These tiles may be made completely of copper, or only partially, but to avoid having your copper flake over time, you should get one with a high percentage of copper. It is softer than other materials, so for certain uses or areas, you may need a thicker tile, such as to cover bowed walls. Copper wall tiles may be larger, such as 24” x 24”, whereas smaller areas, or for decorative inlays, you may prefer the 4” x 4” size.

The copper slate tile, like copper tiles are easy to install and to clean. They will add years of beauty to your home and maintain their color for decades if they are kept out of the sun and in a controlled environment. Copper is not recommended for floors unless it is a lightly traveled area, but has received great reviews as a backsplash, both for ease of installation and clean up, not to mention the beauty of it.