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Modern kitchen with gold faucet, quartz countertop, and white tile backsplash

One-Day Backsplash Swaps That Transform Your Kitchen

A backsplash swap is the easiest way to make your kitchen feel newly designed without touching cabinets or appliances. Lock your tile and grout, plan outlets smartly, and we’ll deliver a clean, durable wall—often in a single day—so your kitchen looks intentionally updated for the season ahead.

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Modern kitchen with quartz counter top and bar stools

Black Countertops for Bold Contrast

Black and charcoal countertops can be the smartest way to modernize fast, so long as you control sheen, plan lighting for PNW winters, and balance them with warm woods or lighter cabinetry. Do that, and you’ll get a bold, camera-ready kitchen that still feels bright and welcoming.

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Modern kitchen with gold faucet, quartz countertop, and white tile backsplash

Fall 2025 Backsplash Patterns We’re Installing Now

Holiday hosting season means splatter, steam, and nonstop cleanup. Your backsplash should look beautiful in photos and be easy to wipe between batches of gravy and cranberry. Below, we share the Fall 2025 backsplash patterns we’re installing right now in Portland: the clean classics that survive heavy use, plus low-maintenance grout choices, smart stone pairings, and care tips for a busy season.

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Family cooking Thanksgiving turkey together in a bright kitchen decorated for fall

Quartz vs. Granite for Heavy Holiday Cooking

A countertop-only makeover is the quickest, most budget-smart way to make your kitchen feel new before company arrives. With our 10-day template-to-install system, schedule-friendly package options, and local team handling every step in-house, you’ll get a modern, durable surface and a room that finally matches how you live and host. Book your free in-home estimate to get started.

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Save up to $1,000 on your project when replacing your kitchen countertops!

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Save up to $1,000 on your project when replacing your kitchen countertops!

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