Large Format Splashback Installation
Project case study

Large Format Splashback Installation

Kitchen Wall Tiling • Large Format Tiling • Wall Preparation

Location
Mobberley, Cheshire
Category
Kitchen Tiling
Tile type
Large-format

01

The problem

Single large format porcelain tile installed as a seamless cooker splashback in a tight kitchen alcove. Precision scribing and full adhesive coverage to achieve a clean, trim-free finish.

02

Assessment & Preparation

  • Existing tiles and adhesive removed back to a solid substrate
  • Wall checked for flatness and irregularities
  • Surface cleaned and primed to ensure proper adhesion
  • Area prepared to receive a large format tile with full coverage

03

The solution

  • Tile dry-laid and marked out externally before installation
  • Large format tile cut down to suit the alcove dimensions
  • Edges carefully scribed to account for uneven plasterwork
  • Vein direction aligned to the customer's preference
  • Custom L-shaped relief cuts made so the tile could sit directly on the worktop during install
  • Wall and tile both back buttered to achieve 100% adhesive coverage

04

The result

  • Clean, seamless finish using a single tile with no trims
  • Tight, accurate fit within the alcove despite uneven walls
  • Flat, fully supported installation with no voids behind the tile
  • A simple-looking result that required careful planning and precision to achieve

From substrate condition through to the finished result.

Before & Substrate

Existing tiles removed — wall stripped back to bare substrate

Preparation

Tile marked out before any cutting — vein direction agreed with the customer

Installation In Progress

Tile in place mid-installation — L-shaped relief cuts allow it to sit flush on the worktop, silicone joints to both sides

Finished Result

Single tile, no trims — tight scribe to the uneven walls on both sides

"Paul was fantastic from the first contact through to completion of the job. His quality of work and professionalism are outstanding. I would highly recommend him and will use again without hesitation."

Paul Samuel

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