Kitchen Ideas: How to choose the perfect Splashback - The humble backsplash has come a long way. Once upon a time, its purpose was purely functional, including a tiled area behind the hob and sink to protect kitchen walls against stains and splashes. Today, the availability of all kinds of materials in a wide range of finishes means your backsplash can make more of a statement. To help you decide what material would be best for you, check out this expert opinion on the 10 most popular backsplash materials
Professional advice from :.
Conrad Hendrick LWK Kitchens
Charlie Borthwick Cue & Co London
Andrew Andrew Macintosh Macintosh kitchen
Robin Auld Topps Tiles
Siobhan Casey Casey & Fox
Diane Berry Diane Berry Kitchens
Graham Barnard Matrix Kitchen
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stainless steel
Work industrial atmosphere with a stainless steel backsplash, which comes in flat steel sheets that can be attached directly either on the wall with glue or screws.
'You should never be cleaned with hot water and an e-toile "advises Conrad Hendrick LWK Kitchens. "Over time, the chemicals in common cleaning agents can create a buildup on the surface of the steel. This will make the watermarks and fingerprints show much in evidence, leaving your stainless steel stainless not so.
more Stainless steel is not only affordable, it is known for its heat resistant and hard -wearing properties. It is also easy to clean
Cons Although easy to clean, stainless steel can be difficult to keep looking pristine it is not scratch resistant -. . While minor scratches improve appearance over time -. and can dent
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Work industrial atmosphere with a stainless steel backsplash, which comes in flat steel sheets that can be attached directly either on the wall with glue or screws.
'You should never be cleaned with hot water and an e-toile "advises Conrad Hendrick LWK Kitchens. "Over time, the chemicals in common cleaning agents can create a buildup on the surface of the steel. This will make the watermarks and fingerprints show much in evidence, leaving your stainless steel stainless not so.
more Stainless steel is not only affordable, it is known for its heat resistant and hard -wearing properties. It is also easy to clean
Cons Although easy to clean, stainless steel can be difficult to keep looking pristine it is not scratch resistant -. . While minor scratches improve appearance over time -. and can dent
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Porcelain and ceramic tiles
tiled splashbacks are a popular choice as they offer the versatility, convenience and style. Thank you to advances in printing technology, ceramic and porcelain tile can be produced to resemble natural wood and stone, but with none of the associated performance issues. The tiles are scratch, heat and water resistant, and must be reasonably cheap and easy to install. And while they are durable, tile should be chipped or damaged, you can simply remove it and take another.
more Although the tiles are easier to clean than most other materials, and therefore are ideal for credenzas, it's not the only reason they are ideal for work. "With such a range of shapes, sizes, colors and patterns available, tiles give you the freedom to put your own creative stamp in your room without compromising on practicality," says Robin Auld Topps Tiles.
Cons The volume of styles and finishes can be overwhelming. "Consider exactly how the space will be used to ensure your choice works with your lifestyle," advises Robin. "While the pristine white tile and grout pairing may seem perfect in a modern, low-use kitchen, they are not the most practical choice for a busy family space. 'Darker colored grouts are certainly worth considering.
tiled splashbacks are a popular choice as they offer the versatility, convenience and style. Thank you to advances in printing technology, ceramic and porcelain tile can be produced to resemble natural wood and stone, but with none of the associated performance issues. The tiles are scratch, heat and water resistant, and must be reasonably cheap and easy to install. And while they are durable, tile should be chipped or damaged, you can simply remove it and take another.
more Although the tiles are easier to clean than most other materials, and therefore are ideal for credenzas, it's not the only reason they are ideal for work. "With such a range of shapes, sizes, colors and patterns available, tiles give you the freedom to put your own creative stamp in your room without compromising on practicality," says Robin Auld Topps Tiles.
Cons The volume of styles and finishes can be overwhelming. "Consider exactly how the space will be used to ensure your choice works with your lifestyle," advises Robin. "While the pristine white tile and grout pairing may seem perfect in a modern, low-use kitchen, they are not the most practical choice for a busy family space. 'Darker colored grouts are certainly worth considering.
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glass
for those who want a smooth and streamlined to their kitchen look, the glass is a popular choice because it can be installed in large panels seamless. "You should always ask the tempered glass, which is harder than ordinary glass and will be much less likely to scratch, 'advises Siobhan Casey & Casey Fox. "Also, ask polished edges so there is less chance of scratching the surrounding furniture during installation.
The beauty of a glass backsplash is that you can choose anything from a piece of custom screenprinted works of art and mounted on the back of the glass, to a digital image or a paint finish. "I always recommend that a professional takes care of the painting," advises Siobhan. "It could be a costly mistake to try yourself without experience and knowledge of a professional.
more Strong and durable, glass splashbacks are also easy to clean and install, being either screwed or glued to the wall. While they used to be expensive, the good news is that prices have declined dramatically in recent years.
Cons Make sure you choose a color that you and your family are happy with. "By changing this time the installation is not impossible, Siobhan said," this is not an easy task.
for those who want a smooth and streamlined to their kitchen look, the glass is a popular choice because it can be installed in large panels seamless. "You should always ask the tempered glass, which is harder than ordinary glass and will be much less likely to scratch, 'advises Siobhan Casey & Casey Fox. "Also, ask polished edges so there is less chance of scratching the surrounding furniture during installation.
The beauty of a glass backsplash is that you can choose anything from a piece of custom screenprinted works of art and mounted on the back of the glass, to a digital image or a paint finish. "I always recommend that a professional takes care of the painting," advises Siobhan. "It could be a costly mistake to try yourself without experience and knowledge of a professional.
more Strong and durable, glass splashbacks are also easy to clean and install, being either screwed or glued to the wall. While they used to be expensive, the good news is that prices have declined dramatically in recent years.
Cons Make sure you choose a color that you and your family are happy with. "By changing this time the installation is not impossible, Siobhan said," this is not an easy task.
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reconstituted stone
also called composite quartz, an artificial stone backsplash is made of crushed quartz mixed with resin. "Beware of big brands, such as Silestone and Caesarstone, which make their reconstituted stone using the lowest percentage of resin," advises Andrew Andrew Macintosh Macintosh Kitchens. These high performance designed stones are heat and scratch resistant extremely difficult.
To keep costs under control, Andrew suggests teaming a stone backsplash reconstituted with matching worktops. "If you do this, texturing and installation costs are much lower than using a different material and supplier, "he says.
more reconstituted stone is durable, scratch resistant and non-porous, which means it does not stain. It is easy to clean with warm soapy water and comes in a wide range of different colors to suit all tastes. It comes in large panels resulting in less or not join a larger wall race.
Cons Installing a reconstituted stone backsplash must be performed by a specialist. "It's certainly not a DIY job," says Andrew.
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also called composite quartz, an artificial stone backsplash is made of crushed quartz mixed with resin. "Beware of big brands, such as Silestone and Caesarstone, which make their reconstituted stone using the lowest percentage of resin," advises Andrew Andrew Macintosh Macintosh Kitchens. These high performance designed stones are heat and scratch resistant extremely difficult.
To keep costs under control, Andrew suggests teaming a stone backsplash reconstituted with matching worktops. "If you do this, texturing and installation costs are much lower than using a different material and supplier, "he says.
more reconstituted stone is durable, scratch resistant and non-porous, which means it does not stain. It is easy to clean with warm soapy water and comes in a wide range of different colors to suit all tastes. It comes in large panels resulting in less or not join a larger wall race.
Cons Installing a reconstituted stone backsplash must be performed by a specialist. "It's certainly not a DIY job," says Andrew.
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Granite
Granite is always a favorite for credenzas, also work well in traditional and contemporary settings. Moreover, no two natural stone tiles will never be exactly the same, so you are guaranteed a unique look.
"One of the main factors that will determine the look of your granite backsplash is whether you opt for a polished granite or polished, 'advises Conrad Hendrick. "Polished granite is popular for traditional cooking and country style. Alternatively, polished granite has a matte finish that is much more textured, but sober, therefore the perfect choice for a contemporary kitchen.
If the choice of a polished granite, make test samples with water and oil that certain variations of the stone can submit brands wet for longer.
more Granite is easy to clean, very durable and is available in a range of different colors.
Cons The most expensive backsplash options, granite is porous, therefore needs sealing to prevent staining.
Granite is always a favorite for credenzas, also work well in traditional and contemporary settings. Moreover, no two natural stone tiles will never be exactly the same, so you are guaranteed a unique look.
"One of the main factors that will determine the look of your granite backsplash is whether you opt for a polished granite or polished, 'advises Conrad Hendrick. "Polished granite is popular for traditional cooking and country style. Alternatively, polished granite has a matte finish that is much more textured, but sober, therefore the perfect choice for a contemporary kitchen.
If the choice of a polished granite, make test samples with water and oil that certain variations of the stone can submit brands wet for longer.
more Granite is easy to clean, very durable and is available in a range of different colors.
Cons The most expensive backsplash options, granite is porous, therefore needs sealing to prevent staining.
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polished plaster
there are many reasons to choose a polished backsplash plaster, not least because it can be specified in almost any color. 'Texturally, it can range from very polished and smooth to rough and weathered, said Charlie Borthwick Cue & Co in London. "There has not been a flat color; veining can be introduced to add depth and interest
more It is easy to maintain and requires minimal care once installed - .. simply wipe
Cons Although the polished plaster is quite wear resistant , accidental chips can not be repaired. "If this is a concern, use your worktop material to create a backsplash - a small skirting around the edge of the work plan - to help protect the plaster," Charlie suggested.
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there are many reasons to choose a polished backsplash plaster, not least because it can be specified in almost any color. 'Texturally, it can range from very polished and smooth to rough and weathered, said Charlie Borthwick Cue & Co in London. "There has not been a flat color; veining can be introduced to add depth and interest
more It is easy to maintain and requires minimal care once installed - .. simply wipe
Cons Although the polished plaster is quite wear resistant , accidental chips can not be repaired. "If this is a concern, use your worktop material to create a backsplash - a small skirting around the edge of the work plan - to help protect the plaster," Charlie suggested.
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Composite
Composite (Or solid surface) materials such as Corian and Hi-Macs, are usually made from a mixture of a resin and two thirds of natural mineral third. Available in a range of different colors, they also offer extraordinary design flexibility and can be molded seamlessly into the corners and curves, so there is no join between your worktop and splashback. This makes them easy to keep clean and hygienic, because there are no joints where dirt can gather.
more The composites are non-porous, easy to clean, hygienic and durable. The joints are discreet, providing seamless surface.
against The composite materials such as Corian can scratch, but very often they can be sanded out . 'Corian is heat resistant, so you can not install behind a plate of cooking gas, said Conrad Hendrick .
Composite (Or solid surface) materials such as Corian and Hi-Macs, are usually made from a mixture of a resin and two thirds of natural mineral third. Available in a range of different colors, they also offer extraordinary design flexibility and can be molded seamlessly into the corners and curves, so there is no join between your worktop and splashback. This makes them easy to keep clean and hygienic, because there are no joints where dirt can gather.
more The composites are non-porous, easy to clean, hygienic and durable. The joints are discreet, providing seamless surface.
against The composite materials such as Corian can scratch, but very often they can be sanded out . 'Corian is heat resistant, so you can not install behind a plate of cooking gas, said Conrad Hendrick .
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float
If your budget will not stretch to a backsplash of natural stone, laminate is not only affordable, it comes in many colors and finishes designed to look like wood or real stone. Although laminates do not offer the same sense of luxury, high definition printing and texture of innovation mean they are looking and feeling more and more realistic.
more Easy to clean and waterproof, laminate is a disc -wearing choice and affordable for your kitchen backsplash. 'Match to other finishes in your kitchen so it becomes part of the entire color system rather than a declaration of function, "suggests Diane Diane Berry Berry Kitchens.
Cons float is not suitable for use behind a gas hob because of open flames, and Diane also recommends interval of at least 10cm between a backsplash laminate and all the other plates. "You should also make sure that it is installed and especially around wetlands, to prevent water from soaking in all joints, as you would a laminate worktop," she said.
If your budget will not stretch to a backsplash of natural stone, laminate is not only affordable, it comes in many colors and finishes designed to look like wood or real stone. Although laminates do not offer the same sense of luxury, high definition printing and texture of innovation mean they are looking and feeling more and more realistic.
more Easy to clean and waterproof, laminate is a disc -wearing choice and affordable for your kitchen backsplash. 'Match to other finishes in your kitchen so it becomes part of the entire color system rather than a declaration of function, "suggests Diane Diane Berry Berry Kitchens.
Cons float is not suitable for use behind a gas hob because of open flames, and Diane also recommends interval of at least 10cm between a backsplash laminate and all the other plates. "You should also make sure that it is installed and especially around wetlands, to prevent water from soaking in all joints, as you would a laminate worktop," she said.
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mirrored glass
a mirror backsplash glass costume all cooking styles, often adding a contemporary twist to a more traditional look. His rebounds surface reflecting light in a room, making the space bright and often feel bigger than it actually is. "If you want mirrored splashbacks in your kitchen, then the general safety regulations require that you must have toughened or tempered glass," says Conrad Hendrick.
more TREMPE so it is strong and durable, mirror glass is also easy to clean. And because the panels are available up to 3 m in length, it is possible to create a flawless look.
Cons Mirrored splashbacks can not be used behind a gas hob because the continuous expansion and contraction of tempered glass created by an open flame can, over time , cause visible cracks to form behind the glass, prevents Conrad. "Although easy to clean, the mirror glass needs regular polishing, because the marks appear easily," he added.
a mirror backsplash glass costume all cooking styles, often adding a contemporary twist to a more traditional look. His rebounds surface reflecting light in a room, making the space bright and often feel bigger than it actually is. "If you want mirrored splashbacks in your kitchen, then the general safety regulations require that you must have toughened or tempered glass," says Conrad Hendrick.
more TREMPE so it is strong and durable, mirror glass is also easy to clean. And because the panels are available up to 3 m in length, it is possible to create a flawless look.
Cons Mirrored splashbacks can not be used behind a gas hob because the continuous expansion and contraction of tempered glass created by an open flame can, over time , cause visible cracks to form behind the glass, prevents Conrad. "Although easy to clean, the mirror glass needs regular polishing, because the marks appear easily," he added.
Marble
Nothing beats the natural beauty of a marble backsplash, which never fails to bring a luxurious look to the kitchen. It is important to be aware, however, that marble is porous, so it needs sealing and reclosable against stains. He scratches also more readily than other materials.
more Graham Barnard Cuisines Matrix describes the marble as "natural pieces of art," because two tiles are exactly the same. "The choice that the marble to be used is great pleasure," he added. "A trip to the stone courtyard is always an adventure for the designer and the customer.
Cons Cost may be an issue, as the marble you the source. In addition, the marble can stain easily. "You must accept the marble for what it is, said Graham. "It is beautiful, but not maintenance free. However, many balls have streaks and patterns that tend to help hide all areas of wonderful coloring. "
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Nothing beats the natural beauty of a marble backsplash, which never fails to bring a luxurious look to the kitchen. It is important to be aware, however, that marble is porous, so it needs sealing and reclosable against stains. He scratches also more readily than other materials.
more Graham Barnard Cuisines Matrix describes the marble as "natural pieces of art," because two tiles are exactly the same. "The choice that the marble to be used is great pleasure," he added. "A trip to the stone courtyard is always an adventure for the designer and the customer.
Cons Cost may be an issue, as the marble you the source. In addition, the marble can stain easily. "You must accept the marble for what it is, said Graham. "It is beautiful, but not maintenance free. However, many balls have streaks and patterns that tend to help hide all areas of wonderful coloring. "
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