You have to choose the right location and use.   I did some back splash at first..that I was happy with...and then the full nelson..   I've received huge compliments.   I was hesitant initially...but it worked out.   I essentially installed a 6 foot wide by 14 foot tall fireplace surround and am very pleased by the results.  See photo.  For the color I picked, using cold hard steel makes a good surround.   A contractor quoted me $5,500 to do this - with this material.  Meh!