We recently did some updates to our kitchen. Had cabinets painted white, added new hardware, new appliances and new paint. Decided to live with the existing grey Corian countertops and tile floor (which is in most of the downstairs--too much to change right now) for the foreseeable future.
I would never pick these counters with this floor, but since we've got them, is there a backsplash material we could use that would work with both and maybe even help marry them?
I have found a couple possibilities, as pictured here. A mosaic of small pearly-looking glass tiles that have greys from the countertop, whites of the cabinets, and some warmer tones like the floor. But are the small mosaic tiles dated or cheap-looking, or will they seem that way soon? Another possibility would be a crema marfil marble tile, pictured here in both a small subway pattern and a larger square. This would just be a neutral option that I think goes with both the floors and the counter.
I would love to read some of your opinions on these choices, or your suggestions for other options. I'm also including a photo of the family room fireplace with limestone surround that the kitchen opens up to so you can see the style we've got going in there (which we're happy with and would like to stay consistent with.)
Thanks very much in advance!