Backsplash installation in Bata

Kitchen splashback installation — Bata

A splashback protects the wall between worktop and wall units from cooking and water splashes. Tiles, glass, stainless steel, laminate or composite: each material has its method, with precise cut-outs around sockets. On Helplease, you describe your needs and the workers offering this service in Bata are notified of your request.

What the service covers

• tile splashback;
• glass splashback;
• stainless steel splashback;
• laminate or composite panels;
• fitting over old tiles depending on surface.

Depending on what you agree with the worker, the job can include preparing the wall, measuring, cutting, bonding or fixing, grouting and finishing around sockets and worktop.

Key points

Behind the hob

Material behind the hob must be heat-resistant; follow the distances given by the hob and material manufacturers.

Sockets

To remove or bring forward a socket, power is cut at the breaker; creating or moving a socket is for an electrician.

What affects the price

• area;
• material;
• number of cut-outs;
• wall condition;
• removal of old splashback.

The rate is agreed with the worker based on these elements.

Frequently asked questions

Can it go over old tiles?

Often yes if sound and flat, with suitable adhesive; the worker checks.

Which material?

Tiles, glass or steel are common; it depends on style and maintenance.

Is material supplied?

That is to be agreed; say if you have it.

What information should I give?

Dimensions, material, wall condition, number of sockets and hob type.