agreed. looks good. my only advice would have been to cut the ropes on a 45 in the corners.

I have found when doing backsplashs, mix grout in a 1gal ice cream bucket and mix 1/2 full at a time. makes it easier to work.
you did a very nice job with the color palette


back on topic.. I need to dump some leaves at the dump and the lot is muddy. I don't want to get my feet dirty..
it's going to rain for the next few days