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Kitchen splashback? Need help!

Jess Van elk
7 years ago
last modified: 7 years ago

Benchtop will be Caesarstone Frosty Carrina.

Originally thought White subway tile with grey grout???? Any suggestions??

Now thinking its stale??

Walls to be Dulux white duck half strength & vivid white trims.


Comments (36)

  • Sandra C.
    7 years ago
    I would use a white glass splash back to make your tops pop
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  • siriuskey
    7 years ago


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    Splash back same as bench top, your didn't mention flooring but your kitchen looks amazing

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  • Jazzi Upton
    7 years ago

    how about textured white tile/white grout?? the texture will make it interesting,the gloss white will tie in with colour scheme and make the place look bigger/brighter and tiles are durable... If you go with white then if you sell it is a neut colour so people can visualise their own style there.


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  • Jazzi Upton
    7 years ago

    this photo is before I finished.


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  • Gallifrey
    7 years ago

    Please do not use glass or subway tiles. Have a look at Southern Cross tiles. for tiles with some personality.

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  • Melissa Kay
    7 years ago
    Red Glass.....no grout lines to struggle to keep clean
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  • lynnh100
    7 years ago

    yep white - our back bedroom and hallway is white duck and we love it - will look good with white (very crisp)

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  • Lindsey Christensen
    7 years ago

    May I ask what colour your cupboards are?

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  • antonia_d
    7 years ago
    I have the same colour benchtop as you do and extended it to my splashback. I love it.
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  • Debbie Fisher
    7 years ago

    I'm not a fan of white subway. They remind me of public places. If you are having under cabinet lighting a highly polished textured tile will allow the light to bounce of it. (This looks great at night)

    We are so spoilt for choice with backsplashes. You have to first think do you want it to stand out, or just blend in and compliment you tops. I like both tile and glass. I have seen a glass backsplash panel the other day that had a very faint pattern behind it. (Pattern choice is endless)

    I am unsure wether you can make it out?

    I appreciate your dilemma, I am there too. Good luck Jess, :))

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  • Natalie Watson
    7 years ago

    Following for great, current ideas.

    Glass is out.

    I too love subway tiles with a darker grout but am worried it's on it's way out as well (it's been done to death, really).

    I think a white, patterned / textured tile is probably the way to go. Or same in pale grey for a bit of contrast maybe.

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  • Natalie Watson
    7 years ago

    Given the openness of your space... what about mirror?

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  • User
    7 years ago
    last modified: 7 years ago

    I can't see subways in this style of kitchen, laid herringbone maybe?

    Timber floors? Mirror or smoked mirror would work.

    It looks like it needs texture as it is. There have been a couple suggestions of textured tiles already and I think they are spot on. Depends a bit on your floor though.

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  • Natalie Watson
    7 years ago
    What about a textured subway tile?
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  • philippawright
    7 years ago

    Online the Cesarstone looks like it is quite a warm tone - you will need to look carefully to match your whites. I agree some texture would be good but this also depends on other finishes in the room. I don't think subways really work, but continuation of the cesar stone is an option but tends to be expensive.

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  • Jess Van elk
    Original Author
    7 years ago

    Dark vinyl plank,

    open plan living.

    Living to the right of the kitchen and dining situated in front of kitchen.

  • User
    7 years ago

    What time of day did you take these photos? The floor is lovely and will add contrast.

    Mirror. Plain (not smoked or antique) mirror. It will reflect your garden, pull more light in and bounce it around.

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  • Jess Van elk
    Original Author
    7 years ago

    Late afternoon around 4pm I think :)

  • Alana Walker
    7 years ago
    Your house is lovely Jess ;)
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  • Georgina
    7 years ago
    Your new kitchen will be amazing. I'd skip the ubiquitous subway tiles. Maybe a marble or limestone tile in an interesting shape or laid in a herringbone pattern - if you want to avoid colour. I think some colour and pattern would be great though and add a wow factor.
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  • PRO
    Brisbane Kitchens and Bathrooms
    7 years ago
    Your kitchen is looking lovely! A mirror splash back is stylish and you don't need to clean pesky grout. Otherwise have Stegbar scan and print your favourite wallpaper onto the back of glass to create a unique and classy look for your kitchen.
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  • PRO
    Beretta tiles
    7 years ago
    i suggest carrara marble herringbone
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  • Debbie Fisher
    7 years ago
    last modified: 7 years ago

    Hi Jess, what a beautiful home you have. Your a lucky girl. Have a look at a post from "Rachael". Which pendant light ? She has a beautiful backsplash of mosaic black tiles. The area is similar to yours. Maybe worth a look ? I'm not saying black is a good choice of colour for you against your tops but the idea of a small tile may look nice. :) mosaic tiles seem to be popular at the moment.

  • PRO
    That Metal Company
    7 years ago

    Hi Jess, your kitchen is going to be divine. For splashback and even counter fronts, have you ever considered 100% metal? It's easy to install, easy to clean, can be installed behind a stove, and can look continuous due to large sheets and hairline joins. Metal in polished brass, brushed copper, satin gold, weathered, acid etched... we have over 100 beautiful finishes. Metal adds texture, WOW factor, and many options will reflect the light; great for your Butler's Pantry too. I'm Ange and my business partner is Ali. Together we know ALL about metal as we are the largest suppliers in Australia and New Zealand. We'd love to help you. letschat@thatmetalcompany.com.au






  • siriuskey
    7 years ago

    My first choice would be splash back same as bench top, can be
    expensive, perhaps the butlers room could have a mirror to reflect light
    and save on cost.

    I have some photos of some lovely small tile Mosaic splash backs for you. Also
    why use vinyl look timber instead of floating or timber flooring, A
    very good friend has just recently used the Vinyl and she is very
    disappointed, like wise, it's not cheap either. If you do go ahead make
    sure that the floor is totally smooth as very little lump ding etc will
    show and be felt.


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  • siriuskey
    7 years ago



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    Some more of the same house with kitchen from different angles

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  • Nicole K
    7 years ago
    Caeserstone frosty carina is more yellow toned so I would stay away from a white splashback tile- what about mirror ??
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  • harryinahurry
    7 years ago

    ignore the 'what's in or out of fashion' and go with what you love, after all everything goes in and out of fashion at some point

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  • Jo M
    7 years ago

    I'm with the add some texture advise.

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  • Rachael
    7 years ago
    How about the hexagon tiles? I did them all through my house - see my pics to see the different colors I used. My bathrooms are the marble look hex, the laundry white with dark grout & kitchen black with white grout ...
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  • siriuskey
    7 years ago

    yes as above in my last post these tiles look great, your place is really lovely

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  • Gallifrey
    7 years ago

    These tiles also come in different colours which would look great in your kitchen. We were unsure but took a risk, and love them.


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  • Bryce Ruthenberg
    7 years ago
    grey or bronze mirror.
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  • brennz
    7 years ago

    Forget subways, really overdone & can look so cheap. The more grout you have the more cleaning you'll have to do. It collects grime ( known in the trade as 'grotty grout' ) & is hard to maintain.

    Go for glass, the possibilities are endless, from sophisticated plain to funky patterned. Easy care & long lasting. Personalise your space, it looks really fab, love all your drawers, so practical ! Would love to see the end result. Please post pics.

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  • PRO
    DECO Australia
    7 years ago

    Love where you are going with your kitchen Jess, but tiles are definitely out! If you want something that stands the test of time, you're not going to want to deal with the cleaning involved with tile splashbacks. Aluminium splashbacks have to be the easiest to clean and you can get any image you want. For your kitchen I would consider a marble design or hexagon tile pattern. Have a look at the DecoSplash range here:

    DecoSplash Colour Range

    Good luck!

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