| Crafting a copper backsplash may seem daunting, but | | | | dremel or rotozip to make a precise cut. |
| by following a few simple steps you can make this | | | | 4. Wipe the surface of the copper with a moist cloth |
| task a whole lot easier. Unlike times past, copper | | | | to prepare for the lacquer spray. |
| sheets these days are available in a wide variety of | | | | 5. Spray the lacquer neatly across the entire surface |
| patterns and shades of color that can enhance the | | | | of the copper sheet. Wait four hours for it to dray, |
| look of a room through vibrant/decorative or smooth | | | | and then add a second layer of lacquer. Two or |
| subtle backsplashes. | | | | three layers will provide the copper with enough |
| Directions to properly installing a copper backsplash: | | | | protection to last for many years. |
| You will need the items below. | | | | 6. Gently use 200-300 grit sandpaper on the back of |
| - Hand Shears | | | | the sheet to prepare it for the construction adhesive. |
| - Construction Adhesive | | | | 7. Apply this construction adhesive in a zigzag pattern |
| - Dremel or Rotozip (to cut your outlets)\ | | | | across the entire surface of the copper. Additionally, |
| - Lacquer | | | | you can use a plastic squeegee to smooth out the |
| | | | construction adhesive. |
| 1. Measure the area that you intend to cover with | | | | 8. Have someone assist you in taking the copper |
| your backsplash. | | | | sheet and carefully setting it into place. Apply |
| 2. Set the copper sheet onto a smooth surface with | | | | pressure evenly throughout to ensure a clean fit. |
| the pattern side face-down; now map out the cutting | | | | 9. For some kitchens, a copper seam molding or trim |
| lines, including for any outlets or wall switches. | | | | piece is also necessary to create the proper look for |
| 3. Take a pair of hand shears and cut the sheet as | | | | a backsplash. |
| marked. For the wall outlets and switches, use a | | | | |