We had such a great experience working with Gabriel and his team at Bencke’s Tile Bath Remodel. From the very beginning, Gabriel was incredibly communicative, responsive, responsible, and someone we felt we could completely trust. He always kept us updated, answered every question, and made what could have been a stressful renovation feel easy.
Our Jack-and-Jill bathroom was 25 years old and very builder-grade and felt cramped with way too many doors. Gabriel helped completely transform the space into a bathroom that feels so much larger, brighter, and honestly looks like something out of a magazine.
The quality of the work is exceptional. They waterproofed the bathroom properly, insulated the tub, installed a linear drain with a perfectly sloped floor so the water drains exactly where it should, and the tile work is absolutely flawless. The floating vanity, mirror, and every finish were installed with so much attention to detail.
What I appreciated just as much was that Gabriel truly stands behind his work. If we noticed even the smallest thing, he was happy to come back and make it right without any hesitation. It’s rare to find a contractor who genuinely wants everything to be perfect.
We interviewed several contractors before choosing Gabriel, and I am so glad we did. The final result exceeded our expectations, and the whole process was smooth from start to finish. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Gabriel and his team to anyone looking for a bathroom remodel. They do beautiful work, they’re honest, and they’re the kind of people you actually enjoy working with. Adding the before and after pictures for reference!
Kitchen Backsplash Installation in Richmond, VA
Bencke’s Tile installs kitchen backsplashes in Richmond, VA, in subway, herringbone, hexagon, chevron and glass tile. Ask for a free estimate and we will measure your wall.
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A backsplash changes a kitchen without touching the cabinets
It is the wall you see from the dining table, and it takes steam, splashes and grease every day. It needs tile that wipes clean and grout that holds.
The wall is small, so the pattern matters more than the price of each tile. A herringbone or a hexagon can make the room feel like a different kitchen.
Backsplash styles in our work
Subway tile
Classic white with dark grout, or with a herringbone panel behind the range.
Herringbone
Gray tile set in a zigzag behind the cooktop.
Hexagon
A honeycomb wall, shown here with floating shelves.
Chevron and diamond
Patterns with direction, set beside a window or behind a range.
Glass tile
A teal glass backsplash that catches the light.
Kitchen backsplashes we have set
What suits a kitchen wall
Ceramic and porcelain are the workhorses: they wipe clean and hold up behind a cooktop. Glass tile catches light and is easy to clean, and it shows the setting work, so the wall behind it has to be smooth. Natural stone looks rich but has to be sealed, and it can stain.
Look at the heat too. The wall behind a gas range gets hot and greasy, so choose a tile and a grout you can scrub. Our pattern guide shows how herringbone, chevron and hexagon change the feel of a kitchen.
Five choices that shape a backsplash
How high it goes
Many stop at the underside of the cabinets. A full wall of tile up to the ceiling behind the cooktop is a bolder statement and an easier wall to scrub.
Where it ends
At a window, at the side of a cabinet or at a corner, the last tile needs a clean finish. A trim piece, a returned tile or a tidy cut makes the difference.
The outlets
Switches and plates have to sit flush with the new tile. Ask who handles that and whether the plates need to move.
The cooktop wall
Behind a range the wall gets heat and grease. Pick a tile and a grout you can scrub.
A ledge or a niche
A small shelf or recessed niche can hold spices or soap, and it breaks up a big surface.
Backsplash materials side by side
Ceramic subway
The classic. Light, easy to clean and easy to find in many sizes and colors.
Porcelain
Harder and denser. A strong pick behind a cooktop, available in looks from marble to concrete.
Glass
Reflects light and wipes clean. Needs a smooth wall and careful setting, because everything behind it can show.
Natural stone
Marble, travertine and slate give a rich look. They need sealing and can stain from oil or acids, like lemon juice and tomato sauce.
Mosaic and patterned tile
Strong personalities. A little goes a long way, so keep the counter and cabinets quieter.
Metal
Stainless and metal tiles resist heat and wipe clean. They show scratches and fingerprints, which some people like.
How a project runs.
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Free in-home estimate
We come to your home, measure, and talk through what you want.
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Your price
You get the price for your job before any work starts.
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The build
Demo, prep, tile and grout, in that order.
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Walkthrough
You look over the finished room before the job is closed.
5.0 on Google from 16 reviews.
We love our new kitchen tile backsplash! Working with Bencke’s was a great experience, from the start with good communication and professionalism to the finish with a beautiful job well done!
Gabriel came by to give an estimate on doing tile work and was very thorough in articulating his approach, timeline and cost. He gave a wonderful idea to put a marble counter ledge which turned out really beautiful. He was so quick in starting the project and kept everything so clean with protecting furniture surround the bathroom. His crew were so polite and did an amazing job. I’m so grateful for them completing this so quickly. Gabriel went above and beyond to get everything done quickly but also with excellence. I would highly recommend him and his crew!
We needed an access panel for our tile bathtub and Gabriel was able to give us a quick estimate. He delivered flawlessly and we are very happy!
I can't say enough about Gabriel and his team. I put in an emergency request for kitchen and bathroom tile repairs/replacements on a Tuesday, and they were out fixing it and doing an amazing job by Thursday!! Highly recommend. Can't say enough good things! Thank you!
When a backsplash is ready to be replaced
Grout that is stained or crumbling. Tiles that are cracked or loose. A material that has peeled, bubbled or stained near the stove. A pattern that was in style long ago and no longer fits. Or just a kitchen that feels flat. A new backsplash is one of the most visible changes you can make without replacing the cabinets or the counters.
Choosing in the wrong order costs money
Picking the tile before the countertop is chosen is a common slip, because the two have to look right together. So is ordering exactly the amount you measured and then running short. A strongly patterned tile needs extra care at corners and outlets, and dark grout can hide the pattern you paid for, while light grout stains by the stove.
One more thing: look at the wall behind the old tile. Damage there is much easier to deal with before new tile goes up.
Clear the counter and take two photos
Clear the counter along the wall. Photograph the wall straight on and from the side, and measure the length and height if you can. Note the outlets, switches and windows. Bring a few tile pictures, and the color of your counters and cabinets, since the tile has to work with both.
If you have a sample, hold it against the counter in daylight and again at night. Ask about grout color at the same time.
What to settle before the tile arrives
Where does the backsplash stop: at the cabinet, at the window, or at the ceiling? What happens at outlets and switches? Which grout color: one that matches, or dark grout against white subway tile?
Deciding these early keeps the work moving once the tile is on site.
Frequently asked questions
Don’t see your question? Call or write and we will answer it.
The size of the wall, the tile and the pattern set the price. A herringbone costs more to lay than a straight subway.
Compared with a bathroom it is a small job. Ask about the schedule for your wall at the free estimate.
Sometimes, but it depends on what is on the wall now. The old surface has to be flat and solid. Ask at the estimate and the wall gets a look.
No. You will not be able to use the wall area while the work is on, and you will want the counter cleared.
A grout close to the tile color blends in and hides small stains. A contrast color, like dark grout on white subway tile, makes the pattern stand out. Light grout shows grease faster, so think about how you cook.
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