A splashback is a focal feature in a kitchen

Why do you need a splashback?

You never use to see them but now they can be the focal point of your kitchen. They protect walls from scratches and scrapes and grease. PLUS, they can really add colour and excitement to your kitchen.

What a difference a splashback can make in your kitchen!

Creating a modern kitchen in line with today’s trends does not have to mean a complete kitchen renovation! In most cases, you can completely transform the look of a kitchen by simply updating your splashback. Yes, it is as simple as that.

What types of splashbacks are available.

I was watching a movie once, and saw a wonderful splashback in a French chateau. . . It was blue and white, and it was of hanging hares and a pheasant. I so wanted a splashback like that. What did I end up with? . . . white subway tiles, but I was able to attach a hanging rack for all my copper pots and it still looks great.

Tiled, acrylic and stainlesssteel splashbacks are generally the cheapest options if you are working on a tight budget. Or if you are looking for a lower maintenance option then epoxy resin, glass or quartz/granite splashbacks should be top of your list.

For a more consistent look, choose colours that are either similar tones to your benchtop or colours that are complementary or contrasting if you want to add interest. A light-coloured tiled splashback is a nice contrast to the darker benchtop.

Glass splashbacks

These seem to be the most popular, assorted colours and a vast range of graphics are available. I have seen a lot of splashbacks incorporating native birds and flax but have also seen a silhouette of New York and another that was like Melbourne graffiti… each to their own, I guess.

Tiles

One of the nicest splashbacks I have seen has been made of handmade multi coloured tiles, it was a riot of colour and although not to everyone’s taste, there are some gorgeous tiles out there to choose from. You can find cube, hexagon, wavy or plain flat tiles.

Herringbone patterns are popular and so is coloured grout. . . you just need to be adventurous.

I have even seen a favourite piece of embossed wallpaper behind Perspex as a splashback.. it is all down to one’s imagination!