DIY enthusiasts may wish to consider the benefits that a backsplash could make to kitchen sink areas, it has been claimed. According to ARA, this type of wall adornment is best installed above the kitchen sink or near the stove to disguise a dirty-looking wall streaked with grease. It noted Hundreds of styles, textures and patterns can increase the sophistication in your kitchen and make it easier to clean.The news provider added that completing such a project will rarely take longer than six hours, with step-by-step guides available from a wide range of sources for those who may be having difficulties. Another kitchen improvement touted by ARA is taking the time to boost the energy-efficiency of a homes current electrical appliances. Earlier this year, writing for North Island Midweek, interior design columnist Debbie Travis stated that a popular trend emerging in kitchen design is forming mosaic backsplashes with a range of differently-shaped tiles.