skip to main content

Design Dilemma Kitchens

should I tile splash back on new kitchen currently being installed?

5 years ago

Cream shaker kitchen currently being installed with granite worktops. Should I tile the whole of the splash back area as not keen on current trend for glass splash back for hob only.
Suggestions please! Photo of granite as shown.

Featured Answer

Jo

5 years ago

last modified: 5 years ago

Lovely granite, could you just have a matching granite splash back? We have matching silestone splash back and upstands which makes everything look streamlined (but some may think a little boring).

Sort by:Oldest

Comments (9)

Daisy England
5 years ago
I like the granite and Jo’s kitchen. Very nice Jo. I too like the streamlined look. I detest kitchen tiles.
Related Discussions
Kitchen cooker splash back or tile all around?
Q
Comments (14)
We vote tiles! If it was my kitchen (and mostly because I'm a messy cook) I would be inclined to tile (or glass backsplash) anywhere that might need to be wiped down-e.g. behind cooker, along any counters where I might be doing any food prep. This gives you plenty of options-you could tile behind cooker and counters in metro/subway tiles, but be careful as it could look busy with the granite and wood grain of kitchen-it will depend on the grout. Alternatively, you could use big clean glossy tiles like this marble look above.
...See More
kitchen splash back tiles
Q
Comments (8)
I have just bought a glass one from here but our kitchen is not finished yet so haven't installed it just yet but anyway its - - https://www.premierrange.co.uk/glass-splashback-printed-digital-images-made-to-measure?variation=Liquid%20Aquamarine&width=600&height=500&utm_term=&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI2pvNoaCD8QIVwobVCh3HoAR2EAQYBCABEgKacvD_BwE - They do all sorts of patterns including brick, although unfortunately not in the pattern you linked too. But may give you some other ideas?
...See More
Kitchen splash-back tiling dilemma
Q
Comments (4)
I agree with the builder, that work is shoddy and unprofessional and I would not be happy looking at that in my kitchen. It looks like a DIYer has completed it. In fact I call it a HUTH house! When I watch Homes Under the Hammer, often people buy a house and either do the work themselves or get their mates to refurbish and lots of them end up looking poorly finished for the low end rental market. Any chance that you could ask him to remedy the work though unlikely as you’ve already paid for it. Really sorry that this work was completed in this poor way.
...See More
Splash back or no splash back??
Q
Comments (9)
Well I love the look you have right now. So personally would chose a natural stone or tile very similar to current wall colour. As your wood units are such a gorgeous rich tone I thibk adding anything mid to dark would detract from these. On another note can I ask about your crittall style internal doors please? Are these actually metal? Can I enquire about supplier you used/cost as it is the exact look I am planning for our house. Thanks.
...See More
LTS
5 years ago
We did the same as Jo
Sonia
5 years ago
I agree that a granite splashback will look very attractive, but I actually LOVE tiles too! I think if you want a sleek modern look then have the granite, but if you want a cosier look, then there are some fabulous tiles out there. Here’s a few I rather like
PRO
User
5 years ago
last modified: 5 years ago
Matching granite and up stands, lovely granite. However, many have mentioned that when tying the back splash and up stands together the difference in the two pieces of granite is quite noticeable, so something to bear in mind. I do think however, that regardless of not wanting glass or tile, you do need something behind a hob.
PRO
Anderson Sinclair Ltd
5 years ago
You could have the worktop going up the walls of have glass all the way round? Tiles now are really nice and can look sleek however our glass supplier does tile prints onto glass giving you the tile look without having to clean grout lines etc.
PRO
bubbles bathrooms and tiles
5 years ago
I think both options are lovely, i think i'm more of a fan of tiles though. The granite colour is lovely and would give a clean finish.
PRO
Arlington kitchens Ltd
5 years ago
As others have suggested, you could have an up stand and back splash behind the hob in matching granite OR tiles. Both work, just a different look, depends on your "style" Tiles can add colour, texture and depth, but if you choose this option, don't do pure white grout...it'll drive you crazy with the staining!
Merry Taylor
Original Author
5 years ago
Thank you everyone for your helpful comments.

Sponsored

More Discussions

How to decorate window on landing

13

How can I fit an induction hob in place of a range cooker?

5

Inserting a bathroom downstairs and adding a separate toilet

4

Room Layout - Help please!

3

Garden vs Garage dilema. Please help!

8

United Kingdom

Tailor my experience with cookies

Houzz uses cookies and similar technologies to personalise my experience, serve me relevant content, and improve Houzz products and services. By clicking ‘Accept’ I agree to this, as further described in the Houzz Cookie Policy. I can reject non-essential cookies by clicking ‘Manage Preferences’.