![]() Read more about the no backsplash alternative to subway tile here.īria Hammel Interiors via Decor Pad 4. ![]() You can then run a higher slab up behind the range or if you want to accommodate some open shelving in some cases.Ī simple kick creates a very elegant pared-back look. That’s where a clean 2.5 inch kick in the same material as your countertop can look clean and unfussy. Depending on the placement of windows, the height of the wall, and other layout elements, sometimes installing a full tile backsplash can look a bit arbitrary or forced. Not every kitchen needs backsplash tile installed the full height between the underside of the cabinets and the counter. The marble or quartz kick is another trend that can look old world and traditional or quite modern, depending on the setting. ![]() If not, there are lots of decent porcelain tiles made to have the handmade zellige look.ĬOLOUR TIP: Always make sure any white or cream tile relates to the other white finishes you’re installing. Zellige tile is very versatile if the budget allows it. The square cut is timeless and they offer subtle tonal shifts and some shimmer. They work equally well in more rustic and modern kitchens. The imperfect handmade character of these tiles offers the artisanal warmth we are looking for as colour trends also warm up. You can still opt for mostly white or cream. White or cream zellige tile backsplashĪs I wrote about here, I’m a fan of the zellige tile trend. Just know that geometric shapes with lots of sharp angles tend to look more modern overall and can look out of place in a more traditional-looking kitchen. Matching white grout makes it a more subtle pattern that you will never tire of. Hex, penny, basketweave, herringbone, honeycomb, or picket are just a few to consider. And choosing a pretty shape you love is a definite bonus. Remember, it’s most useful to think of the backsplash as the backdrop and not the star of the show. Instead, think of all the endless decorating and styling options a white backsplash offers. Why? Because it’s more boring to have to decorate around a specific taupe backsplash for its lifespan. Pretty limiting.Īnd white is NOT a boring choice. Essentially, the minute you install a backsplash in a neutral colour, your walls want to be that colour to look their best forever. I wrote about why I don’t recommend a contrasting grey backsplash here. And white kitchens look seamless and unified with a matching white backsplash. ![]() Wood and dark kitchens need the “fresh air” and balance of a white backsplash. Whether the kitchen is white, stained wood, or painted a colour, a white backsplash creates a crisp look that introduces or maintains a fresh look overall – especially when it visually connects to a pale or white countertop. Well, of course, my first choice is still a white backsplash. White, off white or cream tile backsplash in almost any shape that suits your kitchen So, to finally dispel the myth that I only like subway tile, here’s a roundup of my favourite pretty backsplashes that are NOT (gasp) subway tile. My favourite backsplashes that aren’t subway tile it’s going to look tired and dated much sooner than something more simpleĪnd I want you to love your home (or your kitchen) for a long time – not just the average two-year lifespan of a trendy tile pattern. that is going to dramatically limit your decorating choicesĢ. I don’t want to see a busy backsplash with several colors in a very specific trendy pattern, because:ġ. If you’re going to be decorating with blue and it suits your kitchen, absolutely, thumbs up! Go for it. I’m always surprised when a reader or client says, “Maria, I know you won’t approve, but I really want a blue backsplash.” However, in an extraordinary range of backsplash situations, it’s not the only good option. Yes, I do believe you can almost never go wrong with subway tile for timeless versatility and longevity. It’s absolutely not true that I ONLY approve of subway tile backsplashes. So, if you’re tired of subway tile, but still want to choose a timeless backsplash, here are eight of my favourite subway tile alternatives!Ĭan we begin by busting one of the biggest myths about me? You may be surprised to learn that there are a few other kitchen backsplashes that I adore almost as much as subway tile.
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