Here we share our matching countertop and backsplash design guide including reasons to do it, how to match kitchen fixtures, suggested combinations, and color coordinating tips.
A backsplash is installed in the kitchen for protection against oil and grease. Besides its main function though, a backsplash is now also being used to add style and ambiance to the kitchen.
- Why You
Need a Kitchen Backsplash
- Wall Protection
- Keeps Insects And Rodents Away
- Easier Cleanup
- Adds Aesthetic Value
- How To Match Countertops And Backsplash
- Follow The Color Palette
- Match The Materials Of The Countertop To The Backsplash
- Choose A Focal Point In Your Kitchen
- Backsplash Countertop Combinations
- Same Countertop And Backsplash
- Contrasting Colors
- Coordinating Backsplash And Countertop Colors
- Mosaic Tile Patterns
Why You Need a Kitchen Backsplash
But do you really need a backsplash in your kitchen? Here are some of the reasons why it’s a good idea to consider.
Wall Protection
In short, a backsplash will prevent you from having a dirty and dingy kitchen, free from mold and mildew.
Keeps Insects And Rodents Away
Once installed, it helps to keep pests from feasting on the leftovers in the kitchen.
Easier Cleanup
And the best thing about this is that you can easily wipe the backsplash clean using a damp sponge or cloth.
Adds Aesthetic Value
How To Match Countertops And Backsplash
And in matching these two (2) elements, choosing the countertops is said to come first before the backsplash. This means that you will have to match the backsplash to the countertops you’ve chosen rather than the other way around.
But how do you match the backsplash to your countertops?
Follow The Color Palette
Your countertops and backsplash should be able to complement each other and at the same time have cohesiveness with the entire kitchen’s palette.
Choose colors that won’t overwhelm your eyes, whether it is cold or warm color palettes. Make sure that you also consider the spots and veins on the countertop in choosing a backsplash tile.
Always create a balance between these two elements. If the countertop is bold, consider choosing a neutral backsplash.
Match The Materials Of The Countertop To The Backsplash
Take into account the materials of the countertops and the backsplash. If you have granite countertops, choose a backsplash with materials that also match them.
Choose A Focal Point In Your Kitchen
If the focal point is a unique kitchen island, match its style when choosing your backsplash and countertops.
These are only a few of the factors you need to bear in mind when matching your backsplash with your countertops. You can explore and study more factors to help you match the countertops and backsplash easier.
Backsplash Countertop Combinations
The colors don’t necessarily have to match but they at least need to complement or coordinate with each other. And of course, the important thing is that your kitchen oozes your personality.
Same Countertop And Backsplash
- Wooden countertops – Beige backsplash tile
- Neutral-colored countertops – Gray backsplash tile
- Granite countertops – Brown backsplash tile
Contrasting Colors
- Flooring
- Windows
- Curtains
- Light Fixtures
- Appliances
- Pieces of Furniture
- Decorative Accessories
Don’t forget to consider your kitchen’s overall design too when choosing the contrasting colors for your countertops and backsplash combination.
Coordinating Backsplash And Countertop Colors
If you choose dark-colored countertops, your backsplash should have a lighter shade. This also works the other way around.
Mosaic Tile Patterns
Most mosaic tiles though make use of bold colors, including grey, blue, and green hues. In this case, you can choose glass backsplashes and make the kitchen more elegant and sophisticated to look at.
Mosaic tile patterns won’t work with countertops that have lots of patterns. A good example of this is granite. Granite countertops won’t match with mosaic tile patterned backsplash and may even be visually overwhelming.
Mosaic tile patterns used on the backsplash are great to look at. These patterns are contemporary, playful, and unique so if you want something new, this might be the option for you. See more related content in our article about the different tile patterns & layouts on this page.