I think the type of marble backsplash tile you are looking at is fine with quartz.

I agree. Usually this would be a resounding oh no don’t mix faux with real, but you have all nice samples!

Even though it looks ok as far as matching your countertops I wouldn't do it. I think it will look too much like these backsplashes which already had their moment

I think glass tiles also have one foot out the door.

I'd pick one of the stretched hex tiles.

I know you said it's your forever house but you don't want to be living with avocado green appliances and red shag carpeting next year...know what I mean?

haha Melissa you are SOOOO right! I knew when those skinny tiles came in they'd be out out out---I'm old enough to have seen the trends come and go and stamp a big old date on a renovation LOL But I thought maybe the marbe was classic enough without a weird pattern that it wasn't such a "STYLE" I was worried about the metallic. HMMM....more to consider.

Anyone else have thoughts on whether that marble will really go out and date the kitchen? We like timeless but not boring :)

Here is an idea too

While the marble tile color does work with the quartz, look very critically at the pattern - you would end up with long, horizonal slightly zig-zag stripes with that tile. Do you really want a grey and white stripe backsplash that looks like it was inspired by a sweater?

I would be much more inclined to pick a solid color backsplash, choosing something close to a mid or light tone from the quartz.

In the photo of the 4 individual elongated hex tiles, the lower left looks most harmonious with the quartz. The other 3 seem too warm/beige compared to the quartz.

Have you considered a solid that matches the lightest tone of the quartz?

I like the hex tiles.

I do like the colors of the backsplash, but the scale will end up looking very busy/repetitive/geometric once installed. It also looks like something that would be more appropriate for a bathroom.

I’m with Karen Rose. Use your counter top material for a backsplash.

Keep in mind if you use the counter quartz as the backsplash, there are known issues with scorching if used behind a cooktop/rangetop/range. Quartz is basically a plastic material with stone bits embedded in it. The stone is generally impervious, but the plastic binder is not heat-safe.

I like your last sample. The marble you picked is quite pretty but I fear you’ll tire of it. Or, once installed, it will be too busy. Keeping it simple and adding “changeable” decor is usually a better idea for your forever house.

I had thought of that for a backsplash but I had heard about the scorching with the polymer binder and I cook a lot so I counted that out. Karen Rose your kitchen is beautiful! Ok, so those plain hex tiles are looking pretty good. Yes, I think that 2 color hex pattern would be very busy and almost zebra-ey! But it is gorgeous! So would you do the plain hex vertical or horizontal. I was thinking horizontal. I don't have any tall areas---all will be just 18" between uppers and lowers.

I used a stacked elongated subway tile. I love the subtle color variation in the heath ceramics tiles and would have preferred to use them but was too impatient to wait. Hopefully Beth H will come along as she always has great backsplash ideas.

About concerns about the quartz backsplash scorching, I’m going to simply put a pot lid or a cutting board behind the pot when I use the high burner in the back on high. For me, I find it manageable to get a look I love, but if you like other options equally well, that’s great! You mentioned you won’t have any tall areas, just 18” all around. There isn’t a higher area near your stove?

If you choose induction as your cooktop the scorching will not be a problem. You can add 2-3 inches to the counter depth to safeguard. Space the lower cabs out from the back wall. You'll appreciate the added counter.

I always hesitate when all you show is the counter and a tiny sample..a picture of the whole kitchen will tell more about whether the backsplash is right for the whole kitchen

This message is for Susan Murin and Karen Rose, what color are your white cabinets? I am ready to order my Cambria counter and my cabinets will be refinished very soon, but haven’t decided 100% on the cabinet color. In my kitchen the whites look more yellowish which might be from the expresso cabinets still in place right now. Appreciate any input you have. Judy

Just noticing i sent a comment on a year old thread. OPDOS what backsplash did you go with and what is your cabinet color? I am starting the same process as you a year later. Any suggestions for me?

My cabs are SW Egret White. They were made by a local cabinetmaker so I could pick any color, which was a challenge given the zillions of whites out there. I’m happy with the choice.