I have grouped the kitchen backsplash ideas and designs below into 3 sections:
- Creative Ideas (such as pegboards, plywood, and photographs)
- Classic Options (such as copper, Delft tiles, and brick)
- Modern Styles (such as polished concrete and wood)
Creative Kitchen Backsplash Ideas
1. Painted Plywood: It is hard to believe that the backsplash in the photo above is plywood – this will really help keep the cost down, and is an easy backsplash idea. The simple black backsplash with the bronze tap makes this space look like a luxury designer kitchen – Stylizmo.
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2. Raw Plywood: Leaving the plywood unstained with the natural color creates a more earthy look – Erin Michael
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3. The Pegboard Backsplash: Are you really into organising everything in the kitchen? A white pegboard (or you can even paint it) can become a feature piece in the kitchen. Hang up some designer kitchen utensils (or even just colorful ones) and you’ve got some kitchen decor pieces (Beautiful Wall Decor Ideas for the Kitchen) – Houzz.
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4. Photos for a Gallery Wall Backsplash: You could go with family photos or more artistic images. Turn them black and white for a more modern and designer feel – Jetsetter.
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5. Large Tiled Graphic: You can find sets of tiles with large graphics on them, or you can even create your own (Home Decor Ideas: DIY Tile Coasters) – Ensuus.
Classic Kitchen Backsplash Options
6. Brick: A homely choice that adds earthly colors to the kitchen palette – Houzz
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7. Painted Brick: You can also use brick as a kitchen sink backsplash by painting over it, keeping the rustic touch but matching the color of the kitchen – Moje Powidoki
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8. The Subway Tile Kitchen Backsplash: A classic design that looks clean and minimalist – Houzz.
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9. Hex Tiles Backsplash: Another classic tile design commonly used for kitchen backsplashes – Just a Girl and Her Blog
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10. Delft Tiles: Blue and white tiles that reminisce antique Chinaware – Simply Tiles.
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11. Marble Tile: Gives off a subtle and luxurious texture. If you were to use this in combination with a marble counter, it will create a seamless look and make the kitchen space feel larger – Porch.
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12. Pressed Metal Tin Tiles: A shiny and glossy surface, wether it is cabinet doors or a backsplash, will make a space feel bigger as it bounces light around the room – Houzz.
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13. Beadboard: Ideal for more country and farmhouse style kitchens – BHG.
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14. Traditional Stones: Granite, marble, and limestone are what high end kitchens use, since they are durable and long lasting – Houzz.
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15. Wallpaper: This is a cheap backsplash idea (an even cheaper way would be to paint the walls), and can be easily updated or changed later. To protect the wallpaper near the sink and cooker, a glass covering should be fitted (just like in the Modern Ideas section below) – Apartment Therapy.
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Modern Kitchen Backsplash Ideas
16. Molded Panels: Backsplash panels that look like sand dunes are used in this elegant kitchen design – HGTV.
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17. Glass Tile: A standard backsplash material these days for a modern look – HGTV.
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18. Concrete: This can be polished, stained, and even textured to create surprisingly stylish and sleek kitchen backsplash designs.
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19. Tempered Glass: This modern backsplash can easily be matched to the style of the kitchen since you can paint behind it, or put up wallpaper – BHG.
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20. Mirror: This is a unique and different approach to a backsplash. It adds depth and makes the space feel larger – HGTV.
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21. Using Wood: When thinking of a wooden backsplash, it would usually be for more a rustic looking kitchen. But it can be used to create a modern style, depending on the way it is installed. The tones of the wood will also bring some warmth to a sleek and modern kitchen – GAO.
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