71 Best Backsplash Ideas for Kitchens, According to Designers
Subway tile, you've met your match!
If you're long overdue for a mini makeover in your kitchen, you're one tile away from having the space of your dreams. The best backsplash ideas for kitchen remodels make such a big impact, you might not need to do anything else. This wall material makes all the difference in your layout, whether it runs across the entire thing or serves as an accent behind the range. A bold tile or slab material can even turn an awkward corner between the cabinets into a chic focal point. With so many inspiring kitchens to admire, the hardest part just might be narrowing down the best kitchen backsplash ideas to apply to your space.
"When considering backsplash material, we think it's important to consider the overall rhythm of the space; what is your focal point? What other colors, materials, and textures can you bring in to really support this?" advises Jenn Feldman of Jenn Feldman Designs.
There's an impressive universe of colors and textures you can choose from. Sure, you could go with the classic subway tile from your childhood home, but where's the fun in that? Rustic, contemporary, Art Deco–there are kitchen backsplash design ideas guaranteed to make you look again and keep expanding your mood board. Ahead, learn about the the new materials and styles designers are obsessing over. And keep reading until the end to learn about backsplash dos, don'ts, and best practices.
As for what's to become an instant favorite for kitchens, Avery Cox of Avery Cox Design predicts customization—the more unique, the better. "If I'm really going for something special, I'll select a handpainted or marbled tile from somewhere like Balineum," she says. An artist's touch is having a major moment right now, whether it's in your kitchen or bathroom.
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