Gorgeous cabinets, gorgeous counters- I prefer the sample on the right as it seems little less busy and at least on my monitor looks like it has some of the tones from the granite. I am just not sure if it might be too busy. Hopefully others will chime in here- we have some great talent on these forums.

Please, neither. It is too busy for your granite. Also, can you remove the 4 inch backsplash? It really isn't necessary if you are going to tile.

The tan seems to match with the granite and it would be a nice contrast to your dark cabinets. If you like a more contemporary look, than you can use a variety of shapes which we can explore once you pick a color.

We see this all the time here. Once in a long while a mosaic backsplash and a busy granite look fine. But for the most part, people come here after the installation and ask what went wrong?

Maybe someone can photoshop this look for you and you can see what I mean. If you love it, I say it's your kitchen, go for it. If not, there are so many choices.

Of the two, I prefer the one on the right because of the beige it has in it. However, I'm with eld. I wouldn't go with either, but for a different reason. I think that backsplash type is a flash in the pan and is going to look dated very soon. Considering the cost and difficulty of replacing backsplash, I'd go with something more classic which will "hold its lines" for years to come. I don't think that style will.

Sorry but I agree with eld6161--too busy and the wrong tone as well. Look for a quieter backsplash to complement your beautiful granite. Good luck!

I agree with eld. She has a good eye for backsplashes. Even though your granite has some gray in it, the predominant tone is a warm tan, so the cool gray tiles clash. The mosaic also provides too much pattern with the speckled granite. I'd pick out a few ceramic or glass subway tiles in warm tones from the granite, but not too dark as your cabinets and appliances are black. It's better to stick with a traditional look with your cabinet style.

How about something like this

Neither, sorry ;-(

The granite is "busy" in a good way, and the black cabinets are "strong". I really like the pairing. However, I think your tile choices are less than optimal to marry these components. Too busy.

I would choose a simple subway tile in a neutral, like Fireclay's Mushroom.

Also agree with removing the 4" backsplash to update the look.

Good luck!

Agree with the rest...neither. I'd forget about using any gray in the backsplash. The overall color of the granite reads a warm beige.

Also agree with everyone else.

Are you sure you want a tile backsplash? What's your motivation? I love the counter and black cabinets as is. You have the 4" splash to protect the wall, that matches your granite sill, and your walls appear to have a texture. I am not sure I would add tile.

Many people incorporate different styles into other areas of their home very well and it's electric. But I believe this is difficult to do in the kitchen. Your granite is traditional (ish), your cabinets are transitional and the backsplash samples you have are modern. I just don't believe they work together.

At this point, I'm with localeater... with that 4" up the wall, I would not put anything there. I don't know how easy it would be to remove it. People suggest that all the time but I think it's an impractical suggestion.

I'm in the neither camp as well. A subway tile would be perfect but with the 4" backsplash I wouldn't add tile to it. Either take out the 4" bs and tile with subway tile to meet the countertop or leave it as is.

Neither sorry both seem too busy. A plain subway would look good but agree with the 4" on the wall it might be best to not put anything and paint it.

Neither will look that good if the existing backsplash remains or if you keep the window shade- which appears to include a lot of brown unlike the backsplash you're proposing which seems to include a lot of gray. I think it looks great as it is. To make it look more swank, I would remove everything from the outside of the refrigerator.

clairebouyant1, that looks like the exact backsplash I put in my kitchen. I will say however, I like the 4" trim. I had them put that in when we got our new bianco antico granite countertops. Took me a year to find a backsplash, I was simply picking stuff that was too busy for my very busy counters.

Thank you everyone for suggestions !!!I i guess could be a light glass tile or nothing on it.Thanks again.

Your backsplash doesn't need to be glass. A simple tile such as subway that picks up the warmer pigments of your countertop without fighting the gorgeous movement of the granite would be lovely.

Katlins example is yummy. Annie D's example takes it to a entirely different, delicious level.

I don't think that either sample coordinates. I think that you need a solid glass tile to coordinate with your countertop. I like the idea of a lighter countertop because it will provide some contrast. Good luck!

I completely agree with those that have said "neither". I, personally, really dislike that new and trendy backsplash. It's going to be "outdated" shortly. In my opinion, it's not at all attractive, and with your countertop, it's too busy. You won't be replacing the countertop anytime soon, I'm guessing, but in 12 months or less you'll tire of the trendy backsplash.

Did I mention that my taste is really, really off of that backsplash? haha

People seem to try to force that style of stick mosaic tile into all kinds of kitchens, and it really only looks good in a very contemporary kitchen with a solid counter.

Well, if you love it, go for it. But I know that kind of backsplash writ large in a kitchen is expensive, so don't do it just because it was the first thing that hit you at the store. Of course it was, they had it front and center because it is expensive and I'll bet has a high profit margin. Don't forget that it will be full of grout too that will age and have to be maintained. I am a "backsplasher" meaning I almost always have splashed things I need to wipe off my walls and so I like the ease of cleaning that tile provides, although an anti-stain paint would probably be good too. You've got a textured wall, so for messy-me, that would be terrible, so I'd get a backsplash. But mine would be plainer and larger tiles, because more smooth surface is easier to keep clean. In my last house, I did what Annie D. suggested, just added a thin line of the glass tiles because I loved them. Here's my backsplash, which also included another little detail but overall was plain, and I never regretted it. (Note: I eventually painted the outlets to match the tile, the photo was taken just after the installation.) Also including one of my inspiration pics, which has more of a linear glass tile pattern, although they are the square ones.

It would work with your cabinets but not your counter. If you haven't already, look at that style in a real life kitchen to be sure you can live with a busy pattern like that.

I have the sme granite and just carried it up the wall. I think it is less disjointed looking.

This may be a day late and a dollar short, but skip the glass and go with a subway style that coordinates with you tops, in either a crackeled glaze or a bevelled tile. Either way it will still guve you a subtle texture without competing with the strong cabinets or visually active tops. By the way, it does not look like you have a standard space between the tops and your upper cabinets, which is typically in the range of 18 inches. Not that this matters, so sorry to bring it up. And, removing the stone backsplash is a must. It is typically held by caulk at the wall and countertop, so it will be easy to remove

Like it as is without backsplash.

We cut out backsplash during our remodel due to budget constraints, and, well, laziness. Glad we did. Looked great without it.

Your counter tops are lovely. What ever you choose keep it plain and let the granite be the focal point.