Granite countertops and backsplash

heyitischris · 03-24-2009, 06:32 PM

Hi everyone,
Just got granite countertops installed and contractor didnt tell me until after there was going to be a .25 inch gap between the countertops and the old backsplash. I have been filling it in with grout and it's real hard to get the colors to match the pre existing grout in the tile backsplash. does anyone have any ideas on what I can do or even installing another backsplash? it will be hard to fill this gap without having an extension to my countertops. because the granite also doesnt extend all the way to my walls in some areas. Please give me any advice.

granite-girl · 10-19-2009, 10:17 AM

I think your fabricator should've warned you of this prior to installation, but since he didn't... Now the best thing to do will be to remove the existing backsplash & replace w/ new backsplash. Or you could have the granite guy come back & put in a granite backsplash 2" or so up, but that would leave a gap at the open ends.

Cork-Guy · 10-19-2009, 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by granite-girl

I think your fabricator should've warned you of this prior to installation, but since he didn't... Now the best thing to do will be to remove the existing backsplash & replace w/ new backsplash. Or you could have the granite guy come back & put in a granite backsplash 2" or so up, but that would leave a gap at the open ends.

I agree and personally think your fabricator should be responsible for correcting this, looks horrible.