Splashback Ideas for Every Kitchen Style

Whatever your budget, style or cleaning ritual is, there is a splashback out there for you. When choosing a splashback for your kitchen, it’s important to consider these questions:

Style: Does the splashback complement your overall kitchen aesthetic?

Durability: Will your splashback be heat and moisture resistant, especially behind the stovetop area

Maintenance: How easy is it to keep clean and smudge free?

Bold Coloured Glass Splashbacks

A bold glass splashback is a timeless addition to your kitchen that adds an immediate pop of colour, brightness and personality. The glossy finish reflects natural light, making smaller kitchens feel larger and more open. Glass is also stain, heat and moisture resistant and a low cost, low maintenance option.

Glass also comes in a variety of different bold colours, patterns and you can even print your own designs onto your new kitchen splashback.

Matching Splashbacks with your Benchtops and Cabinets

Matching your splashback with your existing benchtops and cabinets is a great way to achieve a seamless, stylish look. For example, pairing your stone benchtop with a matching stone or steel splashback can add a touch of luxury to your space.

However, if having everything matching isn’t your vibe, play around with shades, tone and texture to create something unique. Think soft blue cabinetry paired with a dark blue splashback or marble benchtops with subway tiled splashback - the possibilities are endless.

Stainless Steel Splashbacks

If you want a sleek and modern kitchen, then a stainless steel splashback is right for you. Resistant to water and heat, durable and very easy to clean, stainless steel is a great addition to your busy kitchen. However, while it is easy to clean doesn’t mean it’s low maintenance. Stainless steel is particularly susceptible to smudges and scratches.

Window Splashbacks

A window splashback brings the outdoors in, as well as a ton of natural light. Instead of glass or stone, a large glass window sits behind your kitchen bench, framing your garden view and making your space feel light and breezy.

Wood Panelled Splashbacks

While less common, wood makes a great option for a kitchen splashback. This type of splashback would suit a country style kitchen and brings charm, warmth and character to your home. However, due to wood being flammable, it needs to be treated properly before being installed.

Hob Splashback

When it comes to splashbacks, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution. For smaller kitchens, instead of the splashback taking up the entire wall, you can just have one to cover the oven and hob area. This type of splashback is practical, affordable and still protects your walls from stains and mess.

Tiled Splashbacks

Tiled splashbacks are the most common and arguably the most versatile splashback option. Coming in a range of tones, colours and textures, you can customise your splashback tiles to suit your kitchen's style. From bold blues for a Mediterranean vibe to crisp classic white subway tiles, the possibilities are endless.

Choosing The Right Splashback For You and Your Home

Choosing the right splashback really depends on your lifestyle, taste and what atmosphere you want to create in your kitchen. Think about how much natural light you want, how often you cook and how big your kitchen is.

Whether you want a seamless finish or a bold statement, your splashback is a chance to take your kitchen to another level and bring personality and comfort to your home.