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15 days ago

Hi everyone I would like some advice please. This is a render of our kitchen and we were thinking of getting the backsplash in the same material as the worktop.
But then we thought should we tile the backsplash instead?
Any thoughts, ideas, inspiration would be greatly appreciated!
Many thanks

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Sonia

15 days ago

It really is personal taste. Carrying the worktop up the walls will give a sleek, contemporary look and tiling will create a slightly more homely feel, depending on the tiles chosen. Not much help am I?! Here’s a few ideas, but of course there is a huge choice in tiling.

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PRO
Luxe Ltd
15 days ago
My preference is run the worktop up as a splashback. It looks much cleaner and is far more hygenic as you don't have the grout lines which always need cleaning.

With the style kitchen you have posted it is quite common to use glass as a splashback too however you will likely find that if you have quartz tops then it will be cost effective to have a quartz splashback too as they may be able to get it out of the same slab.
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Tiles are one way to introduce some pops of colour in your kitchen. If you are worried about the grout discolouring, use epoxy grout which is more resilient to liquid staining. Also, if you use a coloured grout, discolouration will be less noticeable. If you choose textured tiles with rectilinear edges, grout lines are almost invisible. Using tiles can look more traditional compared to glass or stainless steel. The problem with stainless steel is keeping it looking good. Drip marks and grease are instantly noticeable. Glass is less obvious when splashed. They are both more industrial and modern looking. What about using the same material that makes up your worktop as the splashback? Most manufacturers of manmade worktops also do an 11mm thick splashback and upstand.
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It does have a bit of a bland feel as there's so much cream but you have the makings of a luxurious-feeling kitchen. I'm not sure that it's tiling or new worktops that you need, so much as more personality. A few thoughts: - I wouldn't bother with a backsplash - the simple upstand is modern and classic. Lots of discussions on here about backsplash vs painted walls and how to clean them - you might like to have a read through. - I wouldn't combine white with the creamy yellow tones you have. A bright white (eg if you did go for a tiled backsplash) will make the creamy tones look dirty. - You could introduce colour elsewhere: - eg on the walls (I note that you don't want a dark colour but a mid-range taupe might work, paint some samples onto large sheets of paper so you can see how different colours work against the cabinets. You need something that's a different colour to the cabinets and floor. The ones you mention are, I think, too pale and too similar to the cabinets) - you could go for some more colourful chairs or blind (a blind which comes down from the top would look more modern than the vertical blind) - definitely add some art to the walls - consider a rug under the table and chairs - add some plants (real, not faux) - consider adding an open shelf or two, which you can style with cookbooks, interesting crockery, trailing plants, candles, more art - [this is a controversial one and very much depends on whether you are a "put it all away" or "leave it all out" type of person!] if it were me I'd try to get rid of some of the appliances, jars etc on the worktop. They don't add personality and look like they're in a bit of a jumble. Move the jars to the aforementioned open shelf, put the appliances (other than the kettle) away in a cupboard.
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Jonathan
15 days ago
My preference would be the Quartz
Juliet Docherty
14 days ago
Just something to consider. This is only a digital render but try to consider the colour and warmth or coolness of the upper cupboards against the colour and warmth or coolness of the worktop. If one reads a warmer than the other and they are equal in terms of lightness then they might clash. Cool worktops and off white warm tiles or cupboards are tricky.

Additionally, any under counter lighting - get the best you can, with the highest CRI rating. LEDs vary greatly in light quality and temperature.
Isla Cherry
14 days ago
I would run the same material as the worktop up the walls, no question. Your kitchen is contemporary and tiles will not be slick enough.
madeleine_brown8
14 days ago
last modified: 14 days ago
Agree worktop material over tiles but have you considered a mirrored splashback? It really gives an illusion of space and brings in light. (Image courtesy Roundhouse)
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Black and Milk | Interior Design | London
13 days ago
Hey Zak! There's something timeless about matching the backsplash with the worktop. It creates a sense of continuity and makes the kitchen feel more expansive and cohesive. However, tiling the backsplash opens up a world of design possibilities. It's a chance to inject some personality into your kitchen and create a focal point that reflects your unique style. Ultimately, the decision comes down to your preference and the overall aesthetic you're trying to achieve. Good luck!

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