Painting tile can be tricky. You have to use the appropriate primer so that the paint will adhere to the tile. There is risk of the paint chipping or peeling off - as kitchen backsplashes tend to take a beating.

Don't paint! Cover the tile with a new, thin, backsplash that's well-adhered to the tile: stainless steel, Formica, copper. etc.

Paint on tile is not a permanent solution.

We don't have the budget to replace the tile, we already know we need to use a good primer and plan on doing all the necessary preparation. (We also know it's not permanent...but again this is what our budget can handle right now). Our tile is just too thick at the edges to adhere anything to it and have it look right. I'm pretty much decided on psinting, just wanted to see examples. Thanks for the input though!

I have painted over tile many times, sure painting tile is permanent but some file is best gone permanently. Used Benjamin Moore Advance primer and paint with great results. It looks like your tile is rough as opposed to smooth/glossy, so the primer will have no problem sticking to is. Make sure it is well cleaned. Good luck.

Yes, our pinkish salmon tile can't go away soon enough, LOL! Thank you for the tip! I think we changed our minds and are going to do white tile/upper cabs and blue lower cabs. :-) He wanted to do blue and white tile, I just don't know if that would look good.

That looks beautiful! Thanks for sharing your photo.

Elidasmith- very nice update to your kitchen! What color is your wall painted?

I would love to see more painted backsplash photos if anyone has any!

Thanks tgb1 the wall is painted BM moonlight white.

We are wanting to paint over a tile back splash as well! Details and pics anyone

There is a product called Klenk and they do an epoxy paint meant to do just that

Bathtub Reglazing Epoxy

Klenk's Epoxy

Klenk's Epoxy Enamel is an extremely hard and durable two-component epoxy for consumer and professional use. It is specially designed to restore the finish on tubs, sinks, toilets, ceramic wall tiles, and appliances. Klenk's Epoxy Enamel can be used on any hard, solvent-resistant surface, such as ceramic, metal, stone, marble, melamine, fiberglass, etc. Do not use on plastic or imitation marble, stove top ranges, or other surfaces subject to excessive heat. Always test surface with Klenk's Epoxy Thinner prior to use. Available in three standard colours (White, Bone, Almond) as well as special order colours.

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Provide adequate ventilation, protective eyewear and clothing. Maintain a minimum temperature of 24C, and low humidity. Clean surface thoroughly using Klenk's Prep Kit and Epoxy Thinner. Mix 1 part Epoxy Catalyst to 1 part Epoxy Paint and let stand for 1 hour. Brush or spray mixture onto surface. Apply a thin coat to avoid drips. If surface is dry, apply a second coat after 2-3 hours. If still tacky, store paint in freezer overnight and apply a second coat the next day. Apply a third coat if desired, or to cover dark colours. Wait at least 5 days before using painted surface. Click here