KITCHEN BACKSPLASH TRENDS THAT INSPIRE QUALITY DECOR
Kitchen backsplashes serve a variety of functions in the service of your home. From a practical perspective, backsplashes protect the wall from sink liquids, primarily water, soap, and sudsy residue. In addition to its functional use, a tile backsplash can add instant design and style to your kitchen décor, upgrading it from bland to brilliant with one small change. This small but impactful change can bring character into your home, reflect your design aesthetic, and inspire you to create the culinary masterpieces you’ve been dreaming of.
HOW TO CHOOSE A KITCHEN BACKSPLASH
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When remodeling your kitchen, one of the first things to do is to identify a color scheme. Once you’ve solidified the hues you want to work with, selecting your best backsplash will be easy. You’ll need to choose the type of tile you want and then decide on the layout. Certain factors to consider include:
What material tile do you want? Ceramic? Matte? Polished?
What style of tile do you prefer? Diamond-shaped? Square? Hexagonal?
Do you want to match or contrast?
Should the tile be elevated or flat?
How will you install the tiles? Yourself or using a professional?
Keeping all of this in mind, take a look at some of the hottest tile backsplash trends below.
MAKING THE METRO MODERN WITH SUBWAY TILES
Subway tiles are not just for underground use. Implementing a classic design like subway tiles has a universal appeal, making this design style an easy addition to any modern kitchen. Anything but basic, subway kitchen backsplash tiles can immediately transform any space. Choose to do just a small section of the kitchen or let the tiles travel all the way from counter to the ceiling for a maximum effect.
SLEEK MARBLE
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Individual tiles have their place, but there’s also something engaging about one solid piece of marble slab. This is a distinct look that can be a great way to offer neutrality to an otherwise multi-faceted kitchen design. All-marble kitchen backsplashes look great with oversized kitchen islands of matching marble design.
NEUTRAL PALETTES
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While there is certainly a time and place for bold coloring, there’s also something to be said for sticking with natural, neutral hues. Selecting this type of more understated design allows other accessories and pieces of color to pop in your kitchen. Let bright kitchen chair cushions or unique flooring to take center stage with a kitchen backsplash that serves its purpose without taking over the space.
A WALL OF WINDOWS
Source: Houses of Kansas City, French Grey
Take in the view with a wall full of windows. If you are lucky enough to have a kitchen that looks out onto a green pasture of a beautiful city landscape, take advantage of it! Skip the standard backsplash altogether and trade it in for a transparent view. Opt for counter to ceiling windows and simply supplement with a small tile detail.
DARK BUT NOT DANGEROUS
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Darker hues do not mean that you’ll need to tiptoe around using your kitchen sink and faucet space. Choose something sturdy, durable, and long-lasting to achieve the style you desire without breaking the bank. Pair for contrast (think black tiles with white wall paint coloring) or keep everything in a bold, ultra-modern black or grey hue.
Glossy GrayS
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Even the simplest of kitchens can reap the benefits of a beautiful glossy gray tile backsplash. Quiet without being boring, gray tiles are a great way to add serious yet versatile style to any kitchen, regardless of its design aesthetic. Pair with stainless steel-finished appliances for an all-around, sharp metal motif.
Unexpected Hues
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As mentioned above, neutrals have their place but so too do those style surprises. Bright, bold, and adding intentionality to your space, colorful kitchen tile backsplashes can bring the drama that other kitchen designs cannot.
As you can see, little or big, kitchen tile backsplashes come in a variety of trends. Find your favorite and get to designing today!