Kitchen backsplash ideas
One of the most often underestimated surfaces in the kitchen is the one behind the cookers: cooking vapours, splashes and temperature fluctuations put a strain on this work area, which must be protected with durable yet aesthetically impeccable materials. For the kitchen backsplash, porcelain stoneware is the ideal solution because it is durable, hygienic and extremely versatile: here are some recommendations and ideas to draw inspiration from when choosing the kitchen backsplash that best suits your needs.
What to install as a backsplash in the kitchen?
Porcelain stoneware is the best material for those who want an extremely functional and durable backsplash that offers a wide range of finishes and provides elegant and modern kitchens at the same time. The wall of the kitchen, which generally runs the full length of the kitchen, is subjected to considerable stress: for example, the area behind the hob is affected by high temperatures, while the area around the sink can be affected by moisture. Although there are several alternatives on the market ranging from plastic to glass, the porcelain stoneware kitchen splashback is still the most suitable choice because it boasts unique technical characteristics that make it waterproof, shock resistant and ideal for contact with food. Not only that: stoneware slabs do not need complicated maintenance, and by following our advice on how to clean porcelain stoneware the kitchen will preserve its natural beauty over time.
How to match the kitchen wall panel? Materials and colours
Already at the design stage, ideas for the kitchen backsplash can be developed to create continuity with the rest of the room or to originate an unusual and impressive contrast.
Those who prefer contrasts or wish to emphasise the lines of the wall units, for example, can combine dark, glossy doors with a marble-effect kitchen backsplash: the compact white colour, enriched with light grey veins, will add even more brightness and character to the room. Choosing a kitchen backsplash in the same colour and material as the rest of the furniture, on the other hand, allows for a uniform and highly sophisticated visual effect, where porcelain stoneware leaves maximum freedom of customisation.
Three ideas for the backsplash of your modern kitchen
Among the ideas for modern kitchen backsplashes, the most interesting are certainly those that combine functionality with a decided aesthetic choice: an example of this are the Blaze Iron porcelain stoneware slabs which recall industrial atmospheres, thanks to a visually striking oxidised metal effect.
Those who want to give their kitchen a contemporary touch will appreciate the stone-effect stoneware slabs, which pick up on the aspect and decorative motif of the Ceppo di Gré, the typical pebble rock of Lombardy.
Porcelain stoneware can also be used in the creation of more neutral and minimalist kitchen backsplashes, such as those in white cement effect stoneware: essential but with very sophisticated textural details.
White kitchen backsplash
White is one of the most popular colours for kitchens, thanks to its timeless appeal. While a colourful and sharply contrasting backsplash can certainly liven up the atmosphere, a marble kitchen backsplash enhances the room and conveys harmony, especially if you choose to play with the very light grey and the subtle veins that reproduce the movement of clouds.
Stone-effect black kitchen backsplash
Not only white: black is also conquering its place in the kitchen. Those who like a monolithic effect can choose a black kitchen backsplash to match the doors and wall units, or they can add a touch of energy by opting for a lighter but equally intense shade: the stone-effect grey backsplash is a solution that, combined with the black finishes, provides a delicate contrast as well as a high gloss.
Backsplash for kitchen with island
Who is looking for ideas for a modern kitchen will undoubtedly have considered the idea of creating an island, but the question often arises as to how to match the finishes to the rest of the linear kitchen. An interesting solution is to combine the backsplash with the kitchen top, but in contrast to the rest of the furniture: in this case, marble-effect stoneware is certainly a styled choice. Those looking for a distinctive visual impact but who like single colours can choose a concrete-effect kitchen backsplash instead, preferring continuity with the worktops.
Ideas for the wall panel of a classic kitchen
Even a classic kitchen needs a heat-resistant and long-lasting backsplash, and porcelain stoneware is the perfect material because it can be provided in many finishes. Although the vintage look of the kitchen may seem a limitation, there are many backsplash ideas that can be considered: of all of them, the marble effect is perfect for creating a pleasant contrast between past and present.
Marble-effect backsplash ideas
The warm effects of marble are ideal to embellish the backsplash of a country kitchen without spoiling its atmosphere: if the choice of a white, compact stoneware expresses a refined style, a backsplash in shades ranging from milk white to beige gives an extra homey touch and makes the kitchen even more cosy.
Backsplash ideas for beige kitchen
Among the most versatile colours for the kitchen and for home furnishing as a whole is beige, a shade capable of conveying a strong personality without ever being banal. The ideal backsplash for a beige kitchen is the one that is there but not noticed: using concrete-effect stoneware for all accessories, from wall units to doors, from kitchen tops to backsplashes, makes the room look glamorous and functional at the same time, while keeping a minimal look.
