Kitchen Update

I am excited to share the progress on my latest project in the works. This conundrum of a kitchen needed a serious overhaul.

Putting in a gorgeous backsplash using handmade Saltillo Tile from Mexico has been such a pleasure. I’ve never worked with cement tile before (it’s very thick and intense to cut) and the process involved more labor/processes in term of sealants and making sure nothing gets on them when you are putting them up.

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I mapped it out to see how much cutting I needed to do before starting. It’s also good to inspect each tile and make sure there are no blemishes or cracks.

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Grouted and 2 coats of sealant…I am thrilled with how it has turned out!!

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Hello. My name is Lauren Himmelvo. I come from a long line of do-ers (my father, a successful real estate developer, my mother, an accomplished interior designer for 30+ years). Oh, and my grandfather was a calligrapher – I don’t know... Continue →