There are countless options available for kitchen splashbacks spanning everything from digitally printed glass to traditional tiled splashbacks. Selecting the right splashback for your kitchen can be a difficult choice however there are a few simple things to consider to narrow down the choices from the outset. 

Choosing the right material for a splashback

Kitchen splashbacks are now made from a wide range of materials, including glass, stainless steel, metal and tiles. 

The material chosen will have an impact on the overall aesthetics of the space so it’s important to consider the wider design vision of the kitchen and how the material is chosen will complement this. Glass, for example, often works well in more contemporary kitchens while tiles can fit well in traditional kitchens. There is no simple answer to the right material for a splashback though as many materials can work well in a range of different design styles. 

Utilising tiles for the splashback remains a popular option and often invokes a certain traditional charm. White tiles remain on-trend and often work well within both modern and older style kitchens.

In some kitchens, utilising the same material for both benchtop and splashback can create a sense of flow in the room, joining the various elements together. 

How to choose the right colour for a splashback

Once you have narrowed down the options to material or materials that would work best in your kitchen, the next decision is colour. The first thing to consider with colour choices is whether the splashback will be a visual feature or whether it will be designed as a subtle element that does not take away from other key features in the kitchen such as lighting, tapware or the benchtop.

Depending on whether the splashback will be a feature or a more subtle part of the design, the colours chosen can be in contrast to the benchtop, or complementary. For example, a tiled splashback of light colour can work as a strong visual contrast to a darker benchtop, while a light-coloured glass splashback paired with a light-coloured bench can allow the splashback to provide a unified element within the space that does not draw the eye to it. 

Add light or space to the kitchen with the splashback

In certain situations, a window splashback can add an interesting design feature and an additional source of light to the kitchen. Similarly, incorporating a mirrored glass splashback can reflect light and create the illusion of openness and space in smaller or darker kitchens.

Glass Splashbacks: Creating a feature with printed glass art splashbacks

High-resolution digital glass printing technology has recently opened up a world of possibilities for feature splashbacks. Glass printed splashbacks can be chosen from a range of standard imagery or bespoke imagery can be used. Using bespoke imagery is a popular way to add a stunning individual element to the kitchen. In many cases where the splashback is intended as the feature, the rest of the kitchen is designed around this central element.