We have built a unit with both a wood stove and hob and a hood with an integrated fan. To make cleaning the grease splatters a bit easier, we plan to tile a backsplash (the same as for the rest of the countertop).
The problem is making the corners look nice since the chimney projects about 10cm from the wall! The idea is to tile only the backsplash and paint the sides of the chimney in the same color as the rest of the unit. But that leaves visible cut edges on the tiles...
The first thought is to try and apply some painter's caulk and then paint everything. The second thought is to put a trim over it, but I'd prefer to avoid that! More (and better) suggestions are very welcome!
The problem is making the corners look nice since the chimney projects about 10cm from the wall! The idea is to tile only the backsplash and paint the sides of the chimney in the same color as the rest of the unit. But that leaves visible cut edges on the tiles...
The first thought is to try and apply some painter's caulk and then paint everything. The second thought is to put a trim over it, but I'd prefer to avoid that! More (and better) suggestions are very welcome!
I just helped a friend tile his bathroom, and we decided to mitre the tiles on the outside corners, which requires a good tile saw that can cut at an angle. However, the result was very good with no ugly edges, although we had to sand down the edges with sandpaper so the tiles wouldn't be too sharp.
/Mathias
/Mathias
I have done the same with rounded corners but with a tile file/rasp and it's a bit more work but it sure looks nice. The work is affected by the hardness of the tiles. There are also for certain types of tiles corner pieces with one side at a 45-degree angle.
How did you handle the outer corner?
Didn't think about how it looked when we were at your place on Friday. We had a similar dilemma by the stove since we had framed that wall so it also stuck out from the rest of the wall. We put a corner list in oak, but we also have a tile list on top, so they merge and form a frame.
I think the nicest would have been (if you can manage the joint well) to paint over, but a narrow and thinner corner list in wrought iron might also work, which just covers the actual corner, then it would fit with the other details by the hood and kitchen.
Didn't think about how it looked when we were at your place on Friday. We had a similar dilemma by the stove since we had framed that wall so it also stuck out from the rest of the wall. We put a corner list in oak, but we also have a tile list on top, so they merge and form a frame.
I think the nicest would have been (if you can manage the joint well) to paint over, but a narrow and thinner corner list in wrought iron might also work, which just covers the actual corner, then it would fit with the other details by the hood and kitchen.
Not if you're considering my work with a tile file/rasp. You place your tile face down, secure it lightly and then file at a 45-degree angle until you're right at the glaze. But you can also choose to only miter one side and let that tile extend to the front edge of the other. It requires a bit of fitting to get the right width, but as a home craftsman, you typically have a bit more time on your hands.
Probably would work with an angle grinder and grinding disc, but I haven't tried it and it creates so much dust that you have to be outdoors.
Probably would work with an angle grinder and grinding disc, but I haven't tried it and it creates so much dust that you have to be outdoors.
But in the thread starter's case, it is likely an outer corner where tiles meet a painted surface, if I understand correctly..? In that case, neither mitering nor an outer corner strip is relevant.
I would either tile the small end pieces as well so the meeting occurs in an inner corner with a soft joint, or fill and paint over the gap and the cut surface of the tile.
I would either tile the small end pieces as well so the meeting occurs in an inner corner with a soft joint, or fill and paint over the gap and the cut surface of the tile.
Wow, so many answers! Thanks a lot! I read about mitering the corners, but we'll leave that to the professionals... My partner cut the tiles along the edge and today I painted the stove and the cut edge as well. We'll see how it looks in daylight tomorrow before the second painting. Most likely it will work with a bit of painter's caulk.
Plan B is, just as josefsson's tip, to make an outer corner in wrought iron that matches the style of the rods the hood rests on.
Plan B is, just as josefsson's tip, to make an outer corner in wrought iron that matches the style of the rods the hood rests on.
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Also available in 2-comp lacquered aluminum. I would choose the same color as the tiles, not the grout. That's what I've done so far anyway.MrMagic said:
A bit off perhaps, but it would be fun to see a picture of your kåpa with surroundings. I have a similar project underway that hasn't left the paper stage yet...
Here is the requested picture of our kitchen, and as you can see, there is quite a bit left to fix, such as the ceiling, baseboards, etc.
Regarding the stove, it is made of siporex and lime mortar (I think that's what it was), painted with matte water-based wall paint and matt lacquered on the flat surfaces for wipeability.
The corners, which this thread is about, turned out okay with caulk and painted edges on the tiles. At least not so noticeable since it's all the same color.
I would have been 100% satisfied if it had rounder shapes, but unfortunately, I was outvoted by both my partner and the mason...
Regarding the stove, it is made of siporex and lime mortar (I think that's what it was), painted with matte water-based wall paint and matt lacquered on the flat surfaces for wipeability.
The corners, which this thread is about, turned out okay with caulk and painted edges on the tiles. At least not so noticeable since it's all the same color.
I would have been 100% satisfied if it had rounder shapes, but unfortunately, I was outvoted by both my partner and the mason...
Aah - very inspiring! It's even the same type of hatches that we will have.
Has the construction been approved by the chimney sweep? We still have some uncertainties before we can get started.
Has the construction been approved by the chimney sweep? We still have some uncertainties before we can get started.