u/CobwebCottage

Looking for advice on backsplash location please!

Behind the sink I would like to have a small strip of granite going from the counter up to the breakfast bar which is the same granite.

For the backsplash, definitely putting it on the wall behind the stove, but not sure if I should continue it on the other wall to touch the granite backsplash (image 1) or leave that area as blank wall (image 2)? Or other options? I tried a mockup where it was all granite (image 3) and that looked pretty wonky.

To note, these are AI mockups and the colors and patterns and what not are definitely off. My cabinets are not that orange and those are not my outlets lol. The outlets I do have will be changed to black I think. But it gives the general idea!

Hey all, I am getting new countertops so will need to replace my sink. Going from a double basin to a single, undermount with an offset drain. Figured I will replace my dishwasher at the same time. I understand the PVC piping will need to be adjusted a bit. Having an outlet installed for the dishwasher under the sink by an electrician.

I got this quote provided by a plumber and the total cost is $2300 which seems excessive for installing a sink and dishwasher. I did respond that I would like the ball valve replacements removed from the quote as my current gate valves are a non issue, and while I may update them later, I don't need to do that right now.

What do you think, is this around what it should cost, or is this quote way too high for scope of work?

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I am replacing my counters with a beautiful emerald pearl granite. I was thinking of removing the tiered breakfast bar and making it one large slab with an overhang.

Is the leveling/removal of the drywall section (and probably cutting studs?) holding up the breakfast bar portion something a counter installer would do? I already have an electrician to deal with/move the one electrical socket in the area.

Thanks!!