Is your kitchen a little too plain for your tastes? Or perhaps it reminds you of the 60s, 70s, or 80s. A backsplash is a cost-effective way to completely change the look and feel of the space on its own, or as part of an overall kitchen remodel. From tile to stone to glass to metal, this stylish addition can add personality or a splash of color while protecting walls from stains and heat. Here are backsplash ideas that work in any kitchen.

Add Color to a White Kitchen

White kitchens have been popular for years, and probably won't go completely out of style. Sometimes it's nice to incorporate character. Add a colored backsplash to an all-white kitchen to create a fun, inviting space.

Create a Mosaic or Focal Point

A backsplash adds a focal point to an otherwise plain room. There are many intriguing tile options: mosaic tile, complex tile patterns, contrasting colors. We dig into tile ideas in our tile guide.

Enhance Natural Light

A multi-layered lighting design matters, but you can complement kitchen lighting by using glass or metal tile to reflect the light, leaving an incredibly bright space.

Use Backsplash in Other Rooms

Backsplashes aren't just for the kitchen. To prevent water damage and soap-scum buildup, incorporate a backsplash on laundry room or bathroom walls too.

Why a Backsplash Works

Backsplashes come in a variety of materials, making them cost-effective. You're not limited to ornamental glass tiles. If you're on a budget, sheet metal or vinyl give a reasonably priced contemporary look.

A backsplash sits right at eye level, making the connection between base and upper kitchen cabinets. That makes it perfectly situated as a focal point, whether through a bold color or pattern across the whole backsplash or in one area.

Kitchen backsplashes are easier to clean than paint or wallpaper. They protect walls from cooking splatters and stains, which can be very difficult to remove. Cooking leaves trace odors in walls, and a backsplash helps prevent absorption.

Talk through backsplash with a designer

If you're planning a kitchen and want to talk through backsplash options for your space, we'd love to talk.

Schedule a showroom visit at our 5,000 square foot showroom in Norwell. No pressure, just a real conversation about your home.

Transitions Kitchens, Baths & Remodeling
433 Washington St, Norwell, MA
(781) 871-0881