Help picking backsplash

9 years ago

I am having trouble picking a backsplash for my kitchen. I have white cabinets and a busy granite. I don't want to pick a backsplash and regret it later. My husband wants something busy but I don't want a backsplash that takes attention from my granite. Someone help!!!

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Beth H. :

9 years ago

last modified: 9 years ago

you have 3 different posts going w/the same questions. can you just direct everyone to one or the other?

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rocketjcat
9 years ago
Triplicate post, try to consolidate the pictures.
mallory mason
9 years ago
Only the granite. Backsplashes like you dh wants are dated and super bad for resale. Subway tile, although a bit boring, is timeless. Find the flair in accessories and things easy to change out.
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Flo Mangan
9 years ago
Not sure if I commented before or not, but beveled white is best choice!
Kris Mays
9 years ago
I like this first one!
sunnydrew
9 years ago
Your larger subway tile, maybe in a stacked pattern would be good, maybe in a darker color, like a grey from the granite. Use matching grout either way.
Jennifer Fitzpatrick
9 years ago
In my opinion, I like the larger subway tile. When it comes to the backsplash and granite being so close together, I feel like the white tile wouldn't be competing.
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Michelle Yorke Interior Design LLC
9 years ago
Try something subtle, like a white subway tile. Here are some pictures of one of our design projects that might inspire you.
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Stephanie Valdez
Original Author
9 years ago
Thank you. I think I'm going for a subway tile. What size do you recommend?
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Flo Mangan
9 years ago
You have to find the tile you like "profile" wise and price first, then the size will be what they have available. I think for traditional, 3 x 6" works well; for more modern look, longer and more narrow. But then you might not get the bevel. You need space to be able to do the bevel.
Stephanie Valdez
Original Author
9 years ago
I think I'm going for a white or bone subwaytile. I put the bone subway next to my granite and it's actually the same color of my granite. What do you think. Should I go with white or bone color?
Stephanie Valdez
Original Author
9 years ago
White or bone color?
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The Davani Group
9 years ago
The best option in this particular situation is picking the perfect white stone that will compliment your granite. Given the picture you provided the best option would be Bianco estremoz which has beautiful warm subtle veining that does not distract the eye. It is both a beautiful stone aesthetically and very strong and durable. If you provide us the dimensions, we will be able to customize the backsplash in the material that works best.
coffeebean39
9 years ago
Definitely not the one your husband is holding up. Looks like a bathroom tile.