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Glass splashbacks: beautiful, practical and easy to fit

There are two main methods – and by far the most common and easiest, involves simply using an adhesive to glue it to the wall and then sealing it all the way round with a sanitary silicone sealant. And it’s as simple as it sounds. With some off-the- shelf panels, the adhesive is already there and it involves just taking off the peel off layer. For bespoke panels made to order, the adhesive you use is an extremely strong product called mirror glue. As with all glass products, you do need to handle with great care – these are the steps to take:

1. Mark the location of the panel on the wall – be sure you have a gap of 2mm all the way round (including 2mm above the work surface) to fill with the sealant

2. Make sure the wall surface is relatively flat, clean and free from dust

3. Use spacers where necessary to make sure the 2mm gap is maintained, for example, placing them on the worktop to keep the gap between the splashback and the work surface.

4. Stripe the mirror glue across the back of the glass panel, in bands a few centimetres apart (or remove the paper layer on the peel off options)

5. Present the splashback to the wall and push it firmly in place (NOTE the adhesive is VERY STRONG, make sure the positioning is correct)

6. Leave the glue to cure for 30 minutes.

7. Squeeze a bead of the silicone sealant all the way round the edge of the glass panel.

That’s it! And to make it even easier, we have a product called Fixall that performs both tasks – and it is transparent. Giving you a clean clear finish.

Fixall - both an adhesive and sealant. Clear and fast drying

View our patterned glass splashbacks, which can be made to any size, here

View our plain glass splashbacks here

The second method fitting is a little more complex and will cost more. Very few customers opt for this and it is only possible with our bespoke manufactured panels. It involves fitting using screws and screw caps. To do this, you panel of glass must be formed with apertures a minimum of 7mm in diameter in each of the four corners (the actual aperture diameter you specify will be dictated by the type of fittings that you decide are appropriate for the wall type you are fitting to).

You will then need to take the following steps

1. Select an appropriate screw type and fittings for the wall you are fitting to. The length and diameter of the screw will be dependent on the material (for example, brick, plaster, stud wall etc)

2. Ensure the wall surface is relatively flat, clean and free of dust or dirt

3. Drill appropriate diameter holes in the correct position in the wall

4. Fit raw plugs or alternative housings as necessary

5. Present the panel to the wall and secure through the predrilled apertures using the screws you have selected

6. Use screw caps to cover the crew heads on the front of the panel once it is in place

7. Seal the panel all the way round using sanitary silicone sealant

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Elegant ans tylish - the white tulip splashback

Our new design service for glass splashbacks has been incredibly popular with a virtually limitless array of options giving customers the ultimate flexibility to choose from the hundreds of fabulous images we have available – or to create their own designs from photos on the web or that they have taken themselves.

And the results have been fabulous! Here are just a few comments from customers plus a couple of images that have sent in:

“Took delivery of my splashback yesterday, and it is beautiful!! Its even better than I imagined, and I can’t wait to have it put up! Thank you!” – Karen P

“Just to say we received the Eggs splashback on Thursday 10^th Mar and it is absolutely fantastic! It is even better than I hoped, thanks very much to you for making it for us!” – Fiona & Malcolm C

“Just to let you know how pleased we are with our new splashback . The fit was perfect and it really makes the kitchen unique to us . Have enclosed a pic of finished job!” – Alan A

Beautiful Poppy fields glass splashback

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Unique glass splashback designs from our customers

Glass splashbacks are now on of the most effective - and cost effective – ways of making your kitchen design completely your own.

With the latest manufacturing techniques now making it possible for you to create your own design on a glass splashback, you can literally have a unique kitchen design style.

We have a range of photographic options in our patterned glass splashbacks to give you some inspiration, including floral, black and white and landscape images – but you can also choose your own image or create your own pattern that we can then use to create your splashbacks – and you don’t have to restrict it to behind the hob, you can have entire walls covered in your bespoke designs. We make to pretty much any size, so the world’s your oyster.

We have a full range of plain glass splashbacks too, so you can choose from a rage of classic and contemporary colours at very competitive prices.

Get inspired and make your kitchen unique to you – talk to us about your glass splashback designs by calling 0845 539 4439, or visit www.mykitchenstore.co.uk and take a look at some of the ideas on there.

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Glass splashbacks in a wide range of options

Glass splashbacks are available on My Kitchen Store in both untoughened and toughened glass (sometimes called tempered) and we often get asked about the difference between the two.

Toughened glass is approximately 5 times stronger than untoughened and is the generally recommended option, but once glass has been toughened, it cannot be cut. We therefore offer our standard range of colours in untoughened glass splashbacks and upstands for instances where you need to have the panel cut to size to fit the space available behind your hob. Incidentally, the best way to do this, is to take the panel to a local glazier, who will cut the glass safely and polish the edges nicely – this is a quick and cheap way to meet your needs.

All of our bespoke glass splashbacks are manufactured to your exact size (and colour) requirements in toughened

Beautiful patterned glass splashbacks

 glass, as are our patterned glass splashbacks, which are also made to your bespoke size and with any photographic or patterned design you would like. We also have our standard range of colours in toughened glass panels.

Where you are not placing the panels behind the hob, where withstanding heat is not so important, then you can use untoughened glass and all our standard glass upstands that go above the work surfaces are made in untoughened glass so that they can be cut to size.

If you have any doubts at all about the differences, please do not hesitate to give us a call on 01608 679469 and we will make sure you have all the information you need to make an informed decision about your kitchen glass splashbacks.

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Glass splashbacks in fabulous bespoke designs

Our new glass splashbacks design service is proving extremely popular with some fabulous designs already created.

The new glass design technology mean that we can print any high resolution image onto the toughened glass splashbacks – and that means you can personalise the look of your kitchen in spectacular style.

The animated picture here shows some of the designs we have already manufactured to customer orders – including a fabulous western theme , stunning watercolour poppies and a magical woodland scene.

Each of these customers now has a lovely centrepiece for their kitchen that is completely unique to them!

We can make splashbacks to any size and it takes just two to three weeks to get the design you want! Take a look at our kitchen glass splashbacks section on the site for our full range – or for more information, give us a call on 01608 679469.

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Glass splashbacks have been on eof the most exciting and popular new developments in practical kitchen decor and protection for walls for years – and now we are delighted to offer the ultimate in design options – you can design your own style just exactly how it works best for your kitchen.

Our new digital design service means you can choose literally any photographic image!

We have put some fabulous ideas for you to choose from on our website – including a range of beautiful landscape designs, from a simple but powerful black and white landscape, to sunsets and sunrises, floral splashbacks with stunning sunflowers, delicate poppies, elegant lilies and much more. Then there’s our simply stylish Black & White range with contemporary geometrics and flowers. We also have an exclusive gallery of splashbacks by Anita Joy Designs featuring striking and spectacular floral images against simple black backgrounds – already proving popular.

But the ideas on the website are just the start of your options – the world is literally your oyster and you can select any design that suits the colours, themes and moods of you kitchen. If you want some more ideas, why not visit an image gallery like www.istockphoto.com and take a browse through some of the stunning pictures – if you find one you like, simply let us know and we can manufacture your splashback to your exact requirements. We can even use you onw photographs if you have something you’d like to use.

We have standard sizes available, but we can manufacture to any size you need. We are one of the first in the country to offer this exciting new service – meaning you can have beautiful exclusivity at an affordable price. Go on, make a splash with you personally designed kitchen glass splashback – and thinking wider, even a beautiful piece of glass artwork as a design feature anywhere in your home.

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Beautiful poppy design glass splashback

Our new range of floral glass splashbacks are proving very popular – and we are delighted to be able to extend our range with this exclusive poppy design splashback commissioned from Nita Joy Design.

Avialable in standard sizes 600mm x 750mm, 900mm x 750mm and 1000mm x 750mm, we can also manufacture to your specific size requirements should you so need.

Easy to fit with mirror glue and silicone sealant and very hygenic and straightforward to wipe-clean, this vibrant and elegant design will make a real feature in your kitchen.

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The latest in glass splashbacks will makes a real impression on your kitchen with stunning black and white patterns that create a contemporary and eye catching display.

Available with white line patterns on black (as shown here) or the reverse of black patterns on white, this ‘Neon’ 600mm x 750mm splashback panel can be used either behind the hob or in sequence as a wall of patterned glass above the work surface or as a frieze.

Manufactured in heat resistant glass, the panels are easy and quick to fit using mirror glue and sealant.

The panels are also available in a modern style floral print, again available in white flowers on a black background or the reverse of black flowers on white (as shown here).

These latest in splashback styles retail at just over £99 for a 600mm x 750mm panel.

All of these variations are currently available for delivery within 4 to 5 days.

For more information about these and other colourful options in our glass splashback range, please visit this link.