Could you post a picture taken from farther away? Frankly I agree with you that it would be better if the 4" backsplash carried through across the back of the cooktop, but aesthetically, it would be easier to get the "feel" with a wider-angle picture.

Teachertile: There is a gap there the width of the integrated backsplash (approx 1.5"). The range came with a metal filler kit that could cover that gap, but aesthetically, I would prefer if I could have the integrated backsplash go across the back of the range.

sjhockeyfan: I've attached a wider angled pic. Hope that gives a better idea of the look.

Well, I agree with you on the aesthetics. Can you ask the counter people if they can create a little section of backsplash that can be fit in behind the cooktop?

Is that the new samsung with the duo flex oven, ta1603? Please post a review here after you've had a chance to use it.

EDIT Oh, and I agree with the others that an extension piece of the backsplash would be the best looking solution.

This post was edited by writersblock on Wed, Sep 18, 13 at 16:07

I dont think the metal piece that comes with the range would show that much....could you install it and try living with it for a bit? You may not even notice it after a few days. If it really bugs you in a few weeks, then look into getting a piece of the counter made for it.

Well, I agree with you on the aesthetics. Can you ask the counter people if they can create a little section of backsplash that can be fit in behind the cooktop?

Writersblock: Yes, it is the Samsung duo oven and I would be happy to write a review once I get a chance to break it in.

Joaniepoanie: You're right that the metal filler supplied by Samsung would not show much. It would be a last resort. I've been looking at it for a few days now and it does kind of bother me so I was just doing some research on potential solutions.

sjhockeyfan: I have asked the counter people and they'll get back to me.

If i were to get a section to put behind the range, would I need to take out the ceramic backsplash first? or could i just attach the section directly to the ceramic? Sorry for the newb question - this is my first home.

>would I need to take out the ceramic backsplash first? or could i just attach the section directly to the ceramic?

It depends on how the tiling is done. If the rest of it is tiled only above the four-inch backsplash, you'd need to take the tile out there or that section would bump out from the wall. But from your photos it looks like the tile runs behind the splash. In that case, you'd leave it so that the short splash is the same depth to wall everywhere.

If it helps any, here's a quick sloppy photoshop with the splash extended across:

Thanks writersblock.. That really helps me visualize it better. I guess I'll wait on the counter supplier to get back to me and then see whether I need to remove the tiling..

My range came with a black metal piece that could be used to fill in the gap (where a freestanding range used to be). If you could get the same laminate, I think that would be a good option as well.

You could also put a sheet of stainless steel between the top of the counter and your vent hood...

We have a similar issue following a recent remodel. We don't like the "gap" behind the range. Did you find a solution? We are getting new counter tops and plan to see if we can run the short countertop "backsplash" continuously behind the range from side to side. As you can see we have a log home. Ignor the hideously UGLY floor. It is going too!!!