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How to Choose the Perfect Tiles for Your Splashback

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Tile splashbacks are gaining popularity for a reason. They add an eye-catching upgrade to your home and can rejuvenate your walls without breaking the bank. So, let’s splash right into the topic and explore how to choose the perfect tiles for your splashback.

 


 

Table of Content:

 

What Is a Splashback and What Are the Benefits?
Choosing Your Splashback Tiles
Choosing the Colour of Your Splashback Tiles
Choosing the Size of Your Splashback Tiles
Pro Tip
Consider Your Options of Tiles
Choosing the Tile Pattern
Prefer to Watch?
Browse our options for splashback tiles


 

What Is a Splashback and What Are the Benefits?

A splashback, or backsplash, is exactly what it sounds like. It’s a protective surface installed in the kitchen or bathroom behind the sink or stove, where water, grease, and food tend to “splash” around. The primary purpose of a splashback is to catch the mess and prevent water or moisture damage to the wall behind the tiles.

Splashback tiles are a simple way to make your kitchen or bathroom feel brand new. They offer benefits like ease of cleaning and durability—it’s much easier to wipe down a tile than to scrub a wall! A splashback can be a few centimeters high or extend all the way to the ceiling.

Imagine standing in your kitchen, tackling that huge pile of dishes. Wouldn’t it be nice to have a beautiful feature to look at while you’re there?

 

Choosing Your Splashback Tiles

Picking out tiles for your splashback is half the fun. You’re almost ready to create your dream splashback, but it’s important to consider a few key factors. Your kitchen and bathroom endure a lot, so it’s essential to choose tiles that are water-resistant. This helps protect your walls from excess moisture. Non-porous tiles are a must, as they don’t absorb water, air, or other fluids.

The tiles you select should be durable enough to withstand the daily hustle and bustle, allowing you to cook and clean without a worry.

 

Choosing the Colour of Your Splashback Tiles

When selecting the colour for your splashback tiles, think about the overall look you want to achieve.

  • Bold and Bright: If you’re looking to add colour and character to your space, go for bright and bold tiles. You can even opt for a different colored grout to make your tiles stand out.
  • Subtle and Minimalistic: For a more understated look, white, black, grey or beige tiles can tie the rest of your space together. Matching or contrasting grout can change the final look.
  • Lighter Colours and Glossy Surfaces: These will create a brighter, more open space.
  • Dark Colours: These can make a room feel cozier and warm.

 

Choosing the Size of Your Splashback Tiles

The size of the tile can significantly impact the look and feel of your room.

  • Larger Tiles: These can make a small space feel bigger and are often more functional.
  • Smaller Tiles: These offer a detailed and uniform look.

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Pro Tip

Always purchase more tiles than you think you’ll need. Mishaps happen, and it can be frustrating when you’re not prepared. You might need just half a tile to finish a small corner, so having extra on hand is always a good idea.

 

Consider Your Options of Tiles

Let’s explore the different types of tiles available for a splashback:

  • Porcelain Tiles: These are ideal due to their hard-wearing, durable nature. They are usually water-resistant, attractive, inexpensive, and available in various styles and colours.
  • Glass Tiles: These add more light to the room, as their glossy nature reflects light around the space, creating a brighter and larger feel.
  • Mosaic Tiles: These offer intricate detailing and are usually sold in sheets, making them easy to install.
  • Subway Tiles: These are popular for their easy-to-clean ceramic surface. They come in various colours, styles, and patterns, and are extremely durable.

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Choosing the Tile Pattern

With so many different layouts to choose from, it can be overwhelming to figure out what works best for your space. Check out our previous blog on tile layout patterns for an in-depth review of all the tile pattern options you can choose from here.

 

Once you’ve considered the important factors for tiling your splashback, it’s time to bring it all together! Visit your nearest tiletoria showroom today to make your splashback dreams a reality.

 


 

Prefer to Watch?

Check out the video below where Ryan and Deon discuss the steps to find your perfect splashback tiles:

 


 

Browse our options for splashback tiles

 

 

 

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