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Backsplash Options

12 years ago
In the process of picking out kitchen finishes and we are currently entertaining 2 ideas for the backsplash - the first is a 4 x 16 tile installed in a brick pattern (70/30 as opposed to 50/50). The second is a 3 x 6 beveled tile applied in a brick pattern.

I have included images of what the layout would look like. Of course, these aren't necessarily the colours we will go with. We're thinking of a biscuit colour tile (light cream) to blend with the cabinets.

Thoughts on which we should go for?
Large Tiles
Beveled Tiles

Comments (16)

  • 12 years ago
    I like the beveled look as well but came across a picture where the electrical outlet looked odd due to it not being flush with the wall.
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Definitely beveled!
  • 12 years ago
    I am using the beveled tile in my new house. Any suggestions how to solve the problem with the outlets?
  • 12 years ago
    Is that picture in your own kitchen? Have you had any problems with the glass hood cracking?
  • 12 years ago
    I prefer large tiles to be honest.
  • 12 years ago
    Hi mfwolfe, no it's not my kitchen, just a picture I got from google.
  • 12 years ago
    The larger tile in glass for a more modern look .. beveled for a more traditional look.

    What color is your countertop?
  • 12 years ago
    It will be quartz, more of a tan colour. Similar to the attached picture (same cabinet colour as well).
  • 12 years ago
    For a kitchen similar to the above, the beveled would look gorgeous!
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Beveled!
  • 12 years ago
    I love it too but the outlet plug not being flush really bothers me lol
  • 12 years ago
    I just installed "wavy" 4x8 creamy subway tiles in my bathroom. They are a matte finish with an antique white grout. Yes, I love the look but am going to have to have them fix my electrical socket. It isn't"right" and it bothers me a bit. I know they CAN fix it so I should be ok once that's done. BTW, the installer loved it so much he's putting it in his kitchen for a backsplash. He says he's put in plenty of subway tile but this texture really "makes it" for him. I got them from The Tile Shop with cornice, pencil and baseboard skirting pieces. Hopefully matte finish will not be hard to clean. I did have "15 year" sealant applied.
  • 12 years ago
    Trying to attach one with better close up on tile....ps I still have work to do on window ;-)
  • 12 years ago
    white beveled look like a bathroom decor. More difficult to clean. Little ridges of grease and dust.
    Brick style flat tiles but those gold /yellow bricks a bit too long.
    Have you considered a glass back splash. So easy to clean and modern smooth line. Unless of course your tiles are to be a focal point. Think about cleaning the grout also.
    With glass the colour is the colour of your paint behind it.
    Good luck
  • 12 years ago
    I like the second one--white beveled tile. it's very classic and timeless.