It’s a dilemma all renters have. What to do about the boring back splash in the kitchen? In my case, it’s just a painted wall in a beige colour that does nothing to inspire one to spend time in the kitchen.
Here’s an easy way to fake a backsplash using large wall stickers from Dollar Tree. It can be done quickly and removed just as fast.
Before
Here’s what my beverage corner looked like before. Pretty bland, right? (And maybe a little messy? )
A Sunny Solution
I saw these large-sized removable wall stickers at Dollar Tree and thought they might work to liven things up a bit. Each sticker sheet has six large images. I had to guesstimate how many sticker sheets I’d need to do all of the back splash area in my kitchen.
Make sure the wall is clean then just peel and stick. You can try to make a pattern of sorts with the flowers or just put them up randomly, as I’ve done. Leave a few inches in between each flower and use the leaves that come with them in the in between spaces.
These decals are easily removable and re-positionable, so you don’t have to worry about getting it wrong. Vinyl stickers can be wiped down with a damp cloth, so splatters won’t be a problem, either.
After
Here’s what my beverage corner looks like now. I’m pleased with the results. The flower pattern isn’t overwhelming but it brightens things up a bit. I’m going to finish the rest of the back splash the same way. And, if I get bored with the sunflowers, I can always choose another look.
Family reaction has been mixed; my son thought I’d wallpapered and liked the look, and my daughter thought is was just “alright.” What do you think?
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