Houzz Quiz: Which Kitchen Backsplash Material Is Right for You?
With so many options available, see if we can help you narrow down the selection
Jennifer Ott
April 19, 2020
San Francisco-based architectural color specialist and design writer. Jennifer's work has been featured in many print and online publications. Her recently-published book, "1000 Ideas for Color Schemes," is a beautifully illustrated and easy-to-navigate guide that takes the guesswork out of selecting the perfect color palette for your home or special event. For more information on Jennifer Ott Design, visit http://jenottdesign.com/.
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Surprisingly, there are even more options for kitchen backsplashes than there are for countertops, which can make homing in on the right material a challenge. One strategy to make the selection easier is to first pick your kitchen countertop material. This should help narrow down your options for the backsplash considerably, as you will have to limit your search to materials that will partner well with your chosen countertop.
Of course, if you happen to fall in love with a particular backsplash material, then use it as your starting point and select a countertop that will pair well with it. Otherwise, answer a few questions below and see if we can suss out how you should clad your kitchen backsplash. Be sure to share your results!
Of course, if you happen to fall in love with a particular backsplash material, then use it as your starting point and select a countertop that will pair well with it. Otherwise, answer a few questions below and see if we can suss out how you should clad your kitchen backsplash. Be sure to share your results!
1. What is your countertop material?
2. What is your backsplash budget?
3. How do you feel about color in the kitchen?
4. Which of the following is most important to you when it comes to your kitchen backsplash?
5. How would you describe your design style?
6. How long do you plan to live in your current home?
7. What is your cooking and cleaning style?
8. How do you feel about design trends?
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I got stone/quartz slab and it is perfect for me.
Off for me, too, with mostly white stone slab. I had been thinking Spanish tile, a not-too-bold pattern with some color. All the white is looking boring to me. And I said the more color the better in my answers.
HU-928382343 While I really like those suggestions...you comment "BEST" 4 materials. "Best" is such a subjective word. Please. Some people might think cork was best. To each their own, right?