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kitchen makeover doesn't always call for an expensive gut renovation. In fact, it can be as simple as upgrading your backsplash. To get inspired, we've rounded up our favorite kitchen backsplash ideas for every budget and design aesthetic, from modern to traditional to retro.
Here, you'll find a range of popular tile, stone, wood and peel-and-stick options that work for all types of kitchen layouts (yes, even cozy kitchenettes!). If you're a fan of farmhouse kitchens, you might add warmth to your space with reclaimed wood panels. Searching for an option with loads of personality? Glossy blue tiles or a playful geometric design might be for you. And for those who appreciate more sophisticated design schemes, black subway tile can be the perfect solution. And we didn't overlook all you minimalists out there — a white marble slab, which happens to be a top kitchen trend for 2023, is always a no-fail choice.
So, go ahead and browse our favorite kitchen backsplash ideas and get ready to create an eye-catching focal point in your home.
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Pistachio Green
Pistachio has a special way of giving a kitchen an inviting, airy look. Here, the cool pop of color complements the white appliances and wood features, like the table and overhead pot rack.
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White Picket Tile
Here's the right way to mix patterns! The slim oblong tiles in this kitchen pick up on the other prints featured throughout the space, from the bistro-style bar chairs to the scalloped pendant lights.
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Black Subway Tile
If you want drama, consider black subway tiles for your backsplash. The dark color helps to anchor neutral palettes and is a timeless pick for any contemporary, farmhouse or traditional layout.
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Starburst Look
The light blue starburst design of this kitchen's backsplash brings a bit of edge and excitement. Plus, it's a gorgeous match for the marble countertops, wood shelves and rattan chairs.
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Cool Geometric
Designer Maureen Stevens revamped the kitchen in this 1920 Victorian Texas home with a standout green and white geometric backsplash. It's a stunning addition that pairs well with the white cabinetry, gold accents and woven lighting.
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Framed Pattern
The blue tile backsplash behind this kitchen counter features one large section blocked off with a distinct swirl pattern. It's a creative way to bring attention to one area of a cooking space.
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Patterned Brown
Along with the leather stools, dark island and pendant lights, the brown geometric-patterned backsplash contributes to this kitchen's sophisticated flair.
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Vibrant Yellow
White kitchens can always benefit from a pop of color, like this cheery yellow backsplash. The radiant shade can make a room feel bigger and brighter, which is especially important if your kitchen lacks natural light.
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Stimulating Red
As seen in this compact contemporary kitchen, no matter what shade is chosen, from cherry and rose to ruby and crimson, red can give kitchens with dark wood furniture a Victorian feel.
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Flirty Coral
Any sleek kitchen can benefit from a coral backsplash, similar to this design in the home of Create & Cultivate's Jaclyn Johnson. The light shade balances the flashy metals — like the range hood, along with the wood flooring and open shelves of the island.
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Rustic White Panels
The bright white wood panels on the backsplash and ceiling make this rustic kitchen feel cohesive. For a similar homespun appeal, consider adding antique dining chairs to the kitchen island, along with a wood range hood.
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Chic Chevron
A trendy blue-and-white chevron backsplash blends seamlessly with this kitchen's gray tones. Plus, the yellow lighting is a striking contrast that only makes the surrounding shades pop.
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Subway Tile
A white subway tile backsplash tempers this kitchen's deep gray cabinets and wood island. It's a simple touch that blends in with any design style.
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Playful Pattern
A playful backsplash pattern, boasting a blue-and-white palette, steals the show in this kitchen. The bold design plays off of the silver appliances and surrounding white shelves and cabinets.
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Kelly Green
Glossy green tiles add a stylish touch to this traditional kitchen, featuring white cabinetry and dark wood flooring. It's a therapeutic color that can evoke peace and tranquility while cooking.
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Watery Blue
A backsplash, featuring watery blue tiles, plays up the beach vibe in designer Erika Ward's kitchen. The calming shade, along with its fun pattern, only contributes to the organized and simple aura of the area.
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Bright and Airy
In chef Katie Lee's Hamptons kitchen, a soft blue tile backsplash complements the white cabinets and the sunny view. The marble effect is always trendy and on-theme with any industrial-style kitchen.
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Modern Print
Patterned tiles, along with a salvaged airplane part as a vent hood, bring a dose of drama to this kitchen. It's a flattering touch to the cooking area's retro character.
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Neutral Marble
Marble tiles add texture and draw the eye up to the ceiling in this neutral kitchen. Featuring gold accents — the knobs and shelf handles — the area is just as elegant as it is bright.
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Pop of Mint
High-gloss mint green tiles create a dramatic focal point in this white kitchen. You have to admit: The color brings out the orange stool cushions and silver lighting.