Installing a new splashback can completely transform a tired and outdated kitchen, by creating a strong focal point within your layout. No longer just an afterthought, contemporary splashbacks feature more elaborate designs, having moved away from traditional tiling and favouring unique materials and textures. From engineered stones with raw finishes to brassy highlights, we've got 40 sensational splashbacks you are bound to love!
1. Wood Panelled Splashback
Add an refined, modern feel to your kitchen with a high quality, timber panelled splashback. Versatile in design, timber splashbacks compliment both light and dark cabinetry and bench tops.
2. Geometric Splashback
Introduce a vibrant, playful streak to your kitchen with a geometric pattered splashback. Muted colour palettes such as teal, grey and white will help to downplay the boldness of this pattern.
3. Distressed Mirror Splashback
If you love a worn, vintage style kitchen, then this distressed mirror splashback will suit your humble abode. We love the utility rod that has been installed to allow for simple storage.
4. Pressed Metal Splashback
For a textured splashback, this pressed metal motif adds an interesting dynamic to a polished kitchen layout.
5. Red Splashback
Lift the colour palette of your kitchen with a vibrant red splashback.
6. Window Splashback
Invite the natural lighting into your kitchen with a window splashback and enjoy meal preparation with a view.
7. Textured Glass Splashback
Glass splashbacks have a refined elegance and this textured variation offers a strong focal point within a modern kitchen.
8. Textured Black Matte Splashback
Edgy and bold, a black textured splashback will create a dramatic framing for white cabinetry.
9. Wavy Textured Splashback
This wavy splashback idea has an emphasis on clean lines and structure, making it a perfect choice for minimalist kitchens.
10. The Oxidized Brass Splashback
Oxidized brass is a great material for a more industrial style splashback. Teamed with bold copper light fixtures and stainless steel bench tops, this splashback idea will redefine the term urban kitchen.
11. Glossy Subway Tile Splashback
Traditional subway tiles stacked horizontally will give your kitchen a classic air and allow for versatility with your decor.
12. Speckled Glass Splashback
A great initiative of the glass splashback idea. The fine speckled pattern has a modern look and feel and compliments other textured surfaces like marble and caesarstone.
13. Copper Kitchen Splashback
Modern interiors are seeing a prominent inclusion of copper materials from tap fittings to trendy appliances, we can't get enough of a rose gold feature.
14. 3D Splashback Wallpaper
Add a decorative element to your splashback with 3D wallpaper. This geometric flower pattern is both modern and feminine in design, creating a strong focus within this clean kitchen.
15. Calacatta Marble Mosaic Splashback
This calcatta marble mosaic splashback features a texturised design, making it a great feature for minimalist kitchens.
16. Bold Monochrome Pattern Splashback
Who says monochrome colour palettes should highlight block colours? This fantastic geometric motif creates a strong focus within a neutral kitchen.
17. White Tiling with Black Grout
This combination of white subway tiles and black grouting executes simplicity with an edge, allowing for darker finishes and fixtures throughout your kitchen.
18. The Patchwork Idea
Introduce a more homely feel to your kitchen with this colourful patchwork tile splashback. We love the subtle pastels and purple tones used throughout this inspirational kitchen.
19. Wood & Tile Combination Splashback
Who would have thought that timber look panels interspersed with antique tiles would look so good? Rustic chic!
20. The Intense Print Splashback
Bold, bold, bold! This idea certainly pops when complimented by a simple interior - think natural materials, monochrome and balance.
21. 50 Shades of Hexagonal Grey Tiled Splashback
If you love the different shades of grey, then this striking mosaic splashback is the design will complete your kitchen interior.
22. Cobblestone Splashback
Not just for landscaping and pathways, cobblestone becomes a unique material to construct a modern, statement splashback.
23. Marble Splashback
A marble splashback is both luxurious and opulent, seen as a major trend within modern interior design.
24. Stainless Steel Mosaic Splashback
The dull shine of brushed stainless steel create a luxurious statement within kitchen interiors.
25. Raised Kitchen Splashback
Add depth and dimension to your splashback with this raised stone design.
26. Brushed Metallic Splashback
The rough finish of a brushed metal splashback will reiterate the raw, modern aesthetic of your kitchen interior.
27. Chalkboard Splashback
The chalkboard splashback doubles as a functional and visual element to your kitchen interior. Not to mention it allows for you to your favourite flavour combinations and recipes.
28. Nordic Splashback
Achieve a Scandinavian style interior with natural finishes and muted tones.
29. Black Minimalist Splashback
A black subway tiled splashback allows for understated elegance, whilst creating a strong focal point within your kitchen.
30. Exposed Brick Splashback
Rustic and raw in design, exposed brick adds an earthy, urban feel to your kitchen, and creates warmth throughout your interior.
31. Blue Handmade Tile Splashback
A tranquil cooking environment is created with this teal handmade tile formation.
32. Octagonal Tile Splashback
This geometric mosaic tile motif highlights clean lines and great shape, perfect for the modern, minimalist kitchen!
33. Metal Mosaic Tile
Adding a little bit of glamour to a kitchen, this metal mosaic splashback transforms a simple kitchen into a place of luxury!
34. Glass Splashback with Painted Grey Backing
Evoking a calming mood, this glass splashback with grey backing will reduce any kitchen fails you may be used to having...Hopefully!
35. Large Stone Tiled Splashback
Forget the small tile formation, these large stone tiles create an open and spacious feel throughout your kitchen.
36. Stacked Wooden Splashback
If you love a country kitchen, then this wooden splashback creates the perfect rustic statement.
37. Fireclay Splashback
With a matte finish, these black fireclay tiles have a clean, bold aesthetic, perfect for modern kitchens.
38. Pottery Tile Wall Decals Splashback
Why not let this Moroccan inspired splashback spice up your kitchen with it's refreshing colour palette, vibrant print and personality.
39. Clear Glass over Timber Veneer
The combination of glass over a timber veneer creates a refined, polished statement suitable for modern kitchens.
40. Charcoal Splashback
Simple and striking, this charcoal splashback contrasts nicely against the white cabinetry and modern decor.
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