Thoughts on 2” SHORT slab backsplash?

4 years ago

What do you think of this short backsplash idea described here: https://carlaaston.com/designed/2-inch-high-kitchen-slab-backsplash
Another Example: https://deardesigner.co.uk/a-beautiful-kitchen-for-a-period-home/
Basically a shorter 2” high slab backsplash vs. the builder grade 4” - 6” that the internet keeps telling me is dated?

I’m having trouble pulling the trigger on an actual backsplash, I like the flexibility of this idea while still being functional. I do want something there to protect the walls, but decision deadline is coming up quick and the updates it would take to make tile work are out of budget.

2”

6”

Leave wall bare.

Featured Answer

kculbers

4 years ago

You can choose any size backsplash for your countertop. It a personal decision. The 2” or 6” is great, if that is your choice. I had my kitchen renovated a few years ago and chose simple Shaker styled cabinetry and wanted a simple backsplash and chose the 4”. I put a lot of thought into this. I also have 4” backsplashes in my bathrooms. I cook from scratch, so I use my countertops a lot. No issues with any splatters against my kitchen walls. My husband and I must be tidy cooks!

Sort by:Oldest

Comments (7)

bearbev
4 years ago
Beautiful photo. I suppose if you go 2" backsplash your splatter will be at 3" and with the 4" backsplash your splatter will hit at 5", lol, go with what pleases you. I would be more concerned about the stove area where splatter can occur most, but with the right paint can probably clean up. If you think tile might be in your future then consider having no backsplash if you plan to be there for some time.
Related Professionals
Miami General Contractors · Omaha General Contractors · Eau Claire Flooring Contractors · Terre Haute Interior Designers & Decorators · Pittsburgh Interior Designers & Decorators · Cambridge Kitchen & Bathroom Designers · Annapolis Kitchen & Bathroom Designers · Erie Kitchen & Bathroom Designers · Liberal Kitchen & Bathroom Designers · Lubbock Kitchen & Bathroom Designers · Manhattan Kitchen Remodelers · Wilmington Custom Countertops · Brunswick Custom Countertops · Bakersfield Custom Countertops · Sarnia Custom Countertops
Mary Elizabeth
4 years ago
Here is a recent discussion about using (or not using) a lower backsplash:

Is the short 3-6” kitchen backsplash coming back around? (houzz.com)
PRO
Patricia Colwell Consulting
4 years ago
IMO 2" is pretty useless but the 4" is practical and often a good choice when the counter material is great.
chispa
4 years ago
There is no harm in doing it. You can always pull off the short backsplash in the future and have it tiled.
User
4 years ago
2” has a high chance of crackng after cutting, or on transport, or install. Be sure that you are OK with a repaired crack. It will not be warrantied to not crack, and with a good repair, it will be fine. So view your fabricator’s seams and repair work, as part of your interview process.
Linda.Linda2
4 years ago
I like the 2''. Modern and bold!. You can always tile if it doesnt work for you