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You can’t go wrong with either tile. I do recommend not rushing the backsplash. Have all your cabinets finished and your countertop decor out, then decide. ❤
Does the dark moody one come in a matte finish?
The shine is what is killing me, but as your mom stated it's a personal preference. :)
Can't wait to see your final decision.
@@whitneyhatton3736 yes a Matte in that dark color tile I think would be better
Yes wait then decide! You really can tell when all the other things are done
I am with your mum on this. All nice though good luck
@@whitneyhatton3736 That’s exactly what I thought too. Try that if you can find it.
The dark, moody tile is a VIBE! Love the vertical movement, texture, and finish! That color contrasting the neutral tones👌
I’m with mom on this one. I think the dark tiles are definitely a statement, but I think they might take over the kitchen…instead of complement and be cohesive. This is a good moment to photoshop and then decide.
Can’t wait to find out what you choose!!
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I think the dark moody would look so beautiful with the light oven. And be a good contrast between tying in the island and lighter colors. It would make the light colors pop more 💕
Edit: Someone down below said to finish the cabinet doors first and get those up. Then photoshoot the tile in. I think that would be a great idea to see what either could look like!
I love the dark tile. The moment you picked it up in the store I thought to myself, “that’s perfect”. It provides moodiness, contrast to the oven and range hood, while complimenting the grey tones in the marble. Also, it ties in the moody vibe from the entryway, imo.
And it's not a very large area to cover it's not going all the way up the walls or anything
1000000 % agree!!!
Same! When she picks diy up in the store I though oohhhhh thissss ooooone
My opinion is to go with rustic tiles, because that beautiful wood color of your boxed windows is then going to pop out. I think that if you choose moody tile, that beautiful wood color won't stand out enough... Also, I think that soapstone needs some contrast... You can always add some moody kitchen utensils and decor🧡 But, whatever you choose will be amazing, I'm sure ⭐
Exactly my thoughts!
I literally just wrote the same thing.
ABSOLUTELY! Add the moody accessories. Mixer.
At first I thought the darker tile for that moody, modern but still depths of character kinda look, but, when your mom was explaining it just made sense! The more “rustic” tile looks more organic and fits the look of character you’re going for in your home. It’s like that plaster texture from the hood and adds more depth that way. Its also more timeless and looks more lush than that glossy dark tile. The rustic one compliments the island more instead if competing with it. Let the island, windows, pop out and be a statement on its own. It’ll make that italian stove look like it never left italy! Haha.
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Same! Except you said it better.
Same my thoughts.
Yes, Yes Yes! Exactly what I was thinking! It just adds more texture to my way of thinking. I totally agree with your Mom.
yes yes yes yessss
I agree! But like I love moody too like what macenna said. So if only there were some slightly darker tones mixed in with the rustic ones’ tones ya know?!
The dark tile is definitely a mood! It blends the countertops up. But I feel it shadows the detail of the box window wood detailing.
The cream/grey tiles pull more of the island, similar to the wall color, keeps the space open/bright, and adds some of the same texture as the plaster from the range hood.
100% what your mom said... it's really a personal choice for you. Both are great!
Don't rush the tiling process though. You have time 😊
I also like mom’s choice of the rustic tile. Definitely think you should get your cabinets painted and maybe just Photoshop them both in and see what works!
I love love love the dark tile with the hood of the oven staying light! It works so well with everything you’ve already picked and painted! Love these videos and how involved you let us viewers be :) it’s all turning out so beautifully!!!
I agree! especially the mirror the gray of the entryway for cohesiveness!
Agree
Love the dark one! It looks perfect with everything especially that GORGEOUS stove. Have a blessed evening 🙏💙❤🐕
I love your mom’s idea to put up a temporary board for each tile design. Wait until the all cabinets are done and live with each for a while. Look at it from a distance to get the whole composition of the kitchen.
I'm also leaning towards the more rustic version, but I think it makes sense to wait with the decision until the cabinett doors are up. Also: Could your mum tell us please how she is doing her hair? So pretty
I like the lighter one! I usually like moody, but I think that it would be really dark on that one wall and then the rest of your kitchen would be really bright and sunny. Plus, the rustic feels sort of cottage-like to me. They would both be nice. At first I thought the dark but then your mom swayed me lol
I personally like the darker tile better because it's a contrast to all the lighter colors and goes really well with the darker countertop also. I can't wait to see the whole kitchen put together no matter what you choose!
Yes I think it would be such a pretty contrast over the oven especially!
I think your mom is right with this. The dark is moody and pretty, but it think the more stone like backsplash will add more life and texture to the kitchen! I’m absolutely in love with what you’ve done so far!!! ❤
I actually really like the square shape! Since you have such tall ceilings it will give a cozier, more cottage like look. I can’t decide between light and dark though, both look great in my mind but definitely wait for the cabinet doors.
I personally prefer the creamy tile. I think that the dark tiles make it a bit difficult to see the trim on your box windows. They are truly a showstopper. The creamy tile would really help show them off.
I agree 🙈 I think the creamy square tiles or long rectangular tile gives you the polished look of the dark tile but the lighter color of the rustic tile. Like your mom said once you add all of your decor, I think it will look beautiful! You have so many amazing focal points already happening in the kitchen, like the island and the oven so I think it’s ok to go more subtle with the tile! Can’t wait to see how it comes together 🥰
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I absolutely LOVE the rustic tiles! They are such a lovely texture and bring in some more color without blending in with the soapstone countertops or being too busy. I think the rustic tiles will add more character to the plain wall space as opposed to a more shiny ceramic tile. Either way! I’m sure you will make the best decision for what YOU want-which is most important❣️❣️
I love moms pick, and it will add character and charm to the cottage. I feel like the darker tile is beautiful, but it brings more purple than it does brown. The other tile is going to be a visual interest and cause peoples attention to be driven to that amazing vent hood you built.
The dark tail is just BEAUTIFUL, and I think it goes with everything in the kitchen
I agree with your mom about the natural looking tile! It’ll bring in some beautiful texture and cottage vibes. The dark tiles you’re leaning toward are a close second though for sure.
The rustic tile is what I imagined would go there from the beginning, even though I'm also always attracted to moody, I think in this case the rustic tiles fits the kitchen better. 🙏🏼 and also, you can get to a point in your life where you're just over the moody and dark, and wish you had gone for more lighter options in the "fixed" materials that are hard to change.
Yes! I had those same thoughts!
Both tiles fits with everything. Only cons I see: the dark one: makes the beutiful windows dissappear a little. The rustic : it will be difficult to clean especially behind the sink and oven (grease tends to soak in into these kind of tiles).
Your mom is a genius! Love her idea to velcro tiles onto a sample board.
I personally agree with your mom that I think the rustic tile is a little more in keeping with the comfort cottage feel. It's definitely a lot more rustic. The grey isn't a bad choice either, it's just a lot more contemporary. You had mentioned wanting to keep the kitchen light and airy, I think the dark backsplash coupled with your black island and soapstone countertops will be VERY heavy, especially from the living room.
I love the square Dutch tiles. If you are going for a more European look, than this is the perfect choice for your kitchen. You see these tiles a lot in Dutch homes from the same period as your home.
Honestly LOVE the dark grey/black tiles. They not only tie in the soapstone, but also the painted wood on the island. Definitely gives a break from the light grey of the pashmina.
I love the one the your mum is recommending. I think the glossy dark one will be too hard, and too dark with the dark front counter. I also think it will take away from the window frames which are stunning. The slightly more rustic and lighter ones will still help the features be features. You don't want too many "features"
I LOVE the dark tile, all vertical in a straight line with a neutral grout. Yes. (Also textured backsplash is a pain to clean) also I can’t freaking wait for the fireplace episodes
I like the moody tile but I think it would look very pretty herringboned!😍❤️
Oh that'd be gorgeous 😍
Yasss!!!
Agreed!
Agree it would be pretty, but a lot more difficult.
I would go with your mom's pick, I am a sucker for rustic though - but those tiles speak very well with your statement windows. The contrasting color brings the windows the attention they deserve and at the same time both the windows and the tiles have that organic feel. The dark grey tiles would make the windows less noticable.
If you love a certain tile but are worried about it being difficult to clean or even if you decide you don’t want tile, you can always use a big sheet of glass as the backsplash. Can even do the brackets that hold it on with brass I think. Looks very minimal and is easy to clean. It’s very popular here in the Netherlands.
Yes, our rented kitchen came empty, no cabinets, no appliances, no tiles. And we just put down a glass behind the oven.
This is such a good idea I feel like if she goes with rustic this would be so good to incorporate
I've seen a mirror used as backsplash. They sprayed it with vinegar to give it patina. Very vintage looking.
I can see the pashmina and darker moody tile going so well together. Also vertically it will look good with the island when looking at it from the living room. It's looking super beautiful! Can't wait to see more!
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I like how your mom described her reasoning for the rustic as her favorite and although I agree, I also know anytime you have said "I'm doing x" and I'm on the other side of the screen going, "oh, no, MaCenna...um..." you always nail it!
Moody entrance!! I think the moody tile is PERFECT for you and your aesthetic. The contrast is perfect for the rest of your material palette. It would also tie in so well with the entryway
I LOVE the dark moody tile. It goes with everything and works to tie in the lighter more airy stove and range with the black island so it’s not so contrasting (B&W) from the 2010s. It’s SO unique and rich!
me too, there is something really unique about the dark tile
Totally agree! I think the light would make it look like any other kitchen but the dark would be so interesting and I love the moodiness
Also team moody!
Here’s my two cents the rustic tile blends both with the treatment you did on range hood and the colour of the island. The dark provides a backdrop to highlight these features but I do think you need to get those painted doors on so you can see the whole look before deciding because along with the windows you’re in danger of creating too many heroes. Good luck! Btw you’re my favourite CZcamsr and I’m so grateful you post so often 😊
Definitely the dark grey tiles, tiled vertically. They're organic, lovely shine and so cottagy..the marble ones are so polished and "new modern" vibe.
I wish a blend of the two existed - I love the moodiness of the dark tiles, but I feel like the texture in the more rustic tiles gives so much more depth and interest without being busy.
Oh MaCenna Thank you…Thank you…Thank you for showing up every week. You are definitely the highlight of my Tuesday Thursday & Sunday. Your energy along with your relationship with your Mom & Romeo inspire me…Not to mention just how amazing your talents are!
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I love the moody tile. I also imagine the rustic tile kinda over grouted like the stone work on the outside of the house. I can’t wait to see which one you end up going with.
I’m with your momma on this one! The more organic & lighter tile seems to compliment everything else in the kitchen while the darker grey tile might overtake and overpower all the other elements. I feel that tile is meant to compliment, while you have the black island & even the black windows to make the statement, but somehow also doesn’t take away form the lighter, more airy elements within the hood, trim, & island! However, you’d make ANYTHING look amazing, so I support either decision 🤍
I agree with your Mum! The vintage vibe of the rustic tile would be beautiful.
Macenna please do the darker tiler I feel like it would ground the kitchen so well. The lighter tile, although beautiful, can wash out the kitchen with so much light tones but the darker tile is soooo pretty!!!
I am 100% into the dark moody tile. I think its depth is MAGNIFICENT and that the polished tile will be easier to clean/dust/wash (in my opinion). Both tiles match well! I loved your mom's suggestion to make a velcro board and live with it for a bit before choosing :)
I agree with your mum. The lighter rustic one makes the kitchen more cottage vibe and the grey could swing the cabinets and worktop in a more modern way. Which could class with the cottage vibe. Just a personal preference
I love the lightest rustic tile! I think it echoes the handmade and European home influences you liked on your trip and opens you up to add mood in more areas in paint and accessories! If you go with mood do something darker and with a color/saturation accent to it so it looks less gray and more colorful moody. If you do the moody tile though you'd have to incorporate that color accent in other places in the kitchen. With the current design you have it feels like the lightest rustic tile is the most cohesive and avoiding gray would be good.
I' m pretty sure that you' re gonna choose the dark tile but I looove your mom’s choice of tile! So classy, rustic but most important timelessly beautiful.
I personally prefer the dark tile over the rustic one! also I have a suggestion for the cabinet doors after watching the main channel video as well - I really think that you should route a profile on all the door and drawers fronts right around the outside edge, to give that a bit of detail rather than just the square plywood. this will definitely make the doors look really really high end! would also help the drawer fronts without the shaker detail, to not be completely flat flat. hope you see this! love as always Xx
Yes! When I saw MaCenna glue the decorative piece I could hear Norm from This Old House shouting, "NO!" The center panel needs to be free to expand and contract. Your idea allows for that.
Probably have to route that detail before assembling the rails and styles.
I hope she sees these comments.
The dark tile is my ultimate favorite. I agree you should complete the cabinets first and then make the ultimate decision. Your kitchen is dreamy!
I'm with your Mom! I think the dark tiles are positively gorgeous! But the rustic tiles fit the style of your house more.
Your mom is literally having the same conversation I was having in my head. I personally was leaning with the white tiles, but as soon as you said that it “simply looks like a backsplash”…? I understood and agreed with you. I love how in the end, your mom’s support is beautiful, respectful, and encouraging! Thank you for sharing these moments with us! I honestly am so excited to see as you progress in making this your home! 💕
Yesss! Do the moody dark tiles so complimentary to everything in the kitchen and I agree then the hood range has something extra but nothing crazy to still be the same as the fire place across the way! And it makes it cozy and moody too! My fav as well
Looove the moody tiles!!! I think they’re perfect for all that surrounds it. Such depth and mood it gives! 🫶🏻
Love the dark tiles , they are beautiful 😍 and seem to go so so well with the over all look of the kitchen.
Both of the tiles are GORGEOUS but when you held up your moms pick (before she even picked it) I gasped. SO PRETTY - it gives old beautiful church vibes
I LOVE the dark moody “polished” tile. I think it’ll bring in the entry way vibes into the kitchen!! I feel like you love that one too!
I love the dark tile! It gives the moody vibes and will bring out the island and cabinets! 🤍
I agree with your mom with the rustic tile .It makes the kitchen more interesting.❤
Yes! And it’ll complement the fireplace across from it!
Both of the tile options are so good ❤️ You could always photoshop a picture of what each backsplash option might look like as a whole to get a quicker idea of what it will look like. That’s how I always make design decisions before I do something I regret lol
I LOVE the dark tiles 😍🖤 it brings out the dark colors throughout the island countertop and compliments the paint colors and the stove! Love, love, love!
I renovated my kitchen a few years ago. I was going to have white cabinets and grey countertops with a fun backsplash. While cabinet shopping, I saw black cabinets and fell in love. I now have black cabinets I then had to change my countertop. I fell in love with a quartz countertop with black, taupe, eggshell, and grey veining. Backsplash turning into a white arabesque tile with white grout to.let Long story short, I changed my cabinets, countertop and backsplash by going with my gut and I love the result. I also gravitate towards moody and my vote is the dark blacksplash.
I agree with your Mom about the rustic tile. I love the lighter tones in it. Also the name Bentley is cute! Can't wait to see your beautiful kitchen all finished. You've inspired me to try to build my own bookcases because of your pocket jig and corner clamps. I need a router now too. 😁💜
I agree with your mom in this situation! My first instinct was the rustic tile because I love the character & the texture it adds. But after seeing the dark tile!! It's absolutely beautiful too, and it brings the moodiness of the entryway into the kitchen. Either way I don't think you can go wrong!
MaCenna the kitchen is coming along beautifully! I agree with your mom about picking the more rustic stone backsplash. I was saying the same words before she even spoke them haha. It really encompasses the entire kitchen. And the “country vintage” vibe
Dark! Love the moodiness and it gives you more options for decorating/layering
I am in LOVE with the dark tile! ❤ It’s so good with the range hood too!
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^ echoing this. I feel this 100%
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I felt this in my soul!!!
Dark & Moody definitely!!! Such a contrast & elegant!!!
Loveeeee the rustic tile more adds more to the kitchen and it’s timeless feel with the polish grey it’s very much a thing that will date
I'm leaning toward the dark tile, but I would definitely wait to decide until all the painted door fronts are up.
“It could be a craft project!” I love how your mom also can’t get enough!
I think the more rustic tile. It’ll let your windows, and counter tops pop! It’s more timeless and adds character like your mom said. The black tile is very trendy, and modern looking which is a nice juxtaposition but you may get sick of and may compete with the oven!
100% dark tile, matches your dark accents BEAUTIFULLY!!.
Otherwise if you want to go lite, as close to the wall paint as possible.
But prefer the dark for sure!!!
Loving everything your doing, so even if you go completely different, I know it will be amazing 😊
When you said you decided to tile the backsplash I instantly thought of a darker moodier tile, just like the one you picked. My vote is for the darker one!
My vote is for the dark tile. At first glance I never would have chosen something like that, but I think it’s makes the style lean a little more Victorian moody than country cottage which is my vibe. Both tile options are great though! I know you’ll style it well either way!
Right away I loved the dark backsplash that Romeo mentioned. I agree with the mood. But in the end you always get it right.
I looove the moody feel of the dark tile and the contrast you’ll have but I think your mom has a very valid point!! I’d say will till you have the cabinets completed!
The dark feels like a vibe and would continue that cozy wrapped in a plush blanket mood I get from the rest of the house
Oooh the dark tile! With the light stove (if you’re keeping that) and light hood, I love the depth it would give!!!
I love the moody tile straight up and down. it's perfect.
I agree with your mom... the rustic tile will give the kitchen some texture. Everything right now is a solid pattern except for the countertop. A moody color will look nice but I like that the island already gives you that.
Louie is so cute, love it. The dark tiles are more beautiful by them self, but I would go with the more rustic (mom’s choice), they would go way better with kitchen style and they would let your island, stove and window frames be the point of interest instead of all competing with each other. As usual your video is so awesome. 😊
Yes❤ the dark!!! So beautiful - will be fantastic contrast
I agree with your mom on the rustic tiles but I also liked the shower tile and the small rectangle mosaic. The dark ones are nice too. Tough choices!
For your kitchen tile, I would also take into account practical aspects such as is it easy to clean? The light option that your mom liked seemed to have texture although its hard to see on camera, but if true, I imagine it would stain more easily than the polished one. Just something to consider, good luck with the decision!
Do the dark! It's so dramatic yet simple and really compliments the other colors throughout the kitchen and house as a whole
Moma is right with the tile ! It was my personal choice ! So rustic or else is all shines to much ! Love your vlogs !
The square tile is more vintage but if you can get it I’m the charcoal color think it would be awesome. Love the moody tile. Like the rectangle shape looks also great as the opposite wall is the wood slats in the lounge. Your mom’s reasoning is so on point (brilliant mom btw). Hope you slept on it and lived with it a bit. You got this
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I love the one your mom picked! I think you have dark colors on you counter and the windows, the pashmina on cabinets gives it a pop of color. The other one would darken that whole area of the kitchen and might take away from the open space that the kitchen gives now.
Any thoughts of doing a lighter tile, but doing something darker on the range hood???
The range hood can always be repainted and is easier to change than tile
Loved the vlog!! Loooooove the dark tile! I think it will be a great contrast to the oven and range hood but go so nicely with the granite and soapstone! Love!
Yes, the dark will give you contrast. It will make everything pop. Also, the horizontal installation, and the glossy finish brings a little bit of a modern edge. That fits your eclectic sensibility and adds something original and a little unexpected. Ask Drew what he thinks.
i love the dark tile.. especially now with the oven and the hood thing being such a statement and light..i love the idea of pulling the darkness from the soapstone up onto the wall behind it all! im obsessed! none of the others seem special enough for all the other special elements happening there! 😍❤️
LOVING the dark tile!
OBSESSED with that dark tile! ❤ So cozy and warms up the space. I would never leave that kitchen!
I use antique mirror tile for my backsplash and love it! I have black cabinets and copper farm sink really makes a statement! Love all your work !Y’all have done a wonderful job on your house remodel.
Personally I loved the squared tile look but maybe in a more complimentary or matching color to the range. I worry with the dark that there will be too much dark as the wood is dark, soapstone, and island. And It seems to have a color variation too. There's some very pretty options at Lowe's that are very similar to the ones you've picked but with different tones.
That's why I think lighter Grey with penny tile