25 Backsplash Ideas

Here are some great backsplash ideas from Dwell Magazine.  Enjoy!
25 Backsplash Ideas For Your Kitchen Renovation
An interesting backsplash can take your kitchen from average to extraordinary.

From eye-catching tilework to impressive slabs of marble, this collection of some of our favorite kitchen backsplashes will help inspire your next remodel.

25 Backsplash Ideas For Your Kitchen Renovation - Photo 1 of 25 - In the kitchen, copper-colored stainless steel tiles from TileBar create a glowing backsplash. The cabinetry is by IKEA, the countertop is Caesarstone, and the induction cooktop is by Bosch.
In the kitchen, copper-colored stainless steel tiles from TileBar create a glowing backsplash. The cabinetry is by IKEA, the countertop is Caesarstone, and the induction cooktop is by Bosch.

25 Backsplash Ideas For Your Kitchen Renovation - Photo 2 of 25 - The stools are from Crate & Barrel. The Hobsons chose a geometric-patterned glass tile backsplash by Island Stone. Induction cooktop and oven are by Bosch.

The stools are from Crate & Barrel. The Hobsons chose a geometric-patterned glass tile backsplash by Island Stone. Induction cooktop and oven are by Bosch.

25 Backsplash Ideas For Your Kitchen Renovation - Photo 3 of 25 - In total, the renovation was completed for around $35,000.
25 Backsplash Ideas For Your Kitchen Renovation - Photo 4 of 25 - The showstopping material elements are the Borghini honed marble countertop and backsplash by Ann Sacks. Hasami porcelain vessels line the open shelving.

The showstopping material elements are the Borghini honed marble countertop and backsplash by Ann Sacks. Hasami porcelain vessels line the open shelving.

25 Backsplash Ideas For Your Kitchen Renovation - Photo 5 of 25 - In the bathroom, a custom ceramic backsplash designed by Meredith and Sample joins an iroko-wood tub created by their students a the University of Toronto.
In the bathroom, a custom ceramic backsplash designed by Meredith and Sample joins an iroko-wood tub created by their students a the University of Toronto.

25 Backsplash Ideas For Your Kitchen Renovation - Photo 6 of 25 - Sasha samples berries at the island while Wes, perched on the counter next to Deborah, clutches the whipped cream—similar in color to the backsplash, made of traditional Moroccan tiles and available through Emory & Cie.
 Moroccan tiles and available through Emory & Cie.
25 Backsplash Ideas For Your Kitchen Renovation - Photo 7 of 25 - Backsplash from Porcelain and More
Backsplash from Porcelain and More

25 Backsplash Ideas For Your Kitchen Renovation - Photo 8 of 25 - Butler's pantry with herringbone backsplash
 Butler’s pantry with herringbone backsplash
25 Backsplash Ideas For Your Kitchen Renovation - Photo 9 of 25 - Heath Ceramics hex tile backsplash and counter with copper edge
 Heath Ceramics hex tile backsplash and counter with copper edge
25 Backsplash Ideas For Your Kitchen Renovation - Photo 10 of 25 - We had the stone counter and backsplash  cut from the same slab of Vermont marble, achieving a continuous graphic pattern.Stone counter and backsplash cut from the same slab of Vermont marble, achieving a continuous graphic pattern.
25 Backsplash Ideas For Your Kitchen Renovation - Photo 11 of 25 - The metal backsplash and drawer pulls were fabricated by 12th Avenue Iron; the cooktop is by Miele.
 The metal backsplash and drawer pulls were fabricated by 12th Avenue Iron; the cooktop is by Miele.
25 Backsplash Ideas For Your Kitchen Renovation - Photo 12 of 25 - In this California home, a red mosaic tiled backsplash balances the lower white marble counter.

In this California home, a red mosaic tiled backsplash balances the lower white marble counter.

25 Backsplash Ideas For Your Kitchen Renovation - Photo 13 of 25 - Rendered in sharp blue, the timeless motif of Greek Key is used as this kitchen's backsplash.
Rendered in sharp blue, the timeless motif of Greek Key is used as this kitchen’s backsplash.

25 Backsplash Ideas For Your Kitchen Renovation - Photo 14 of 25 - Kitchen Sink with J Schatz Platinum Formations Tile Backsplash and Brutal Coffeemaker
Kitchen Sink with J Schatz Platinum Formations Tile Backsplash and Brutal Coffeemaker
25 Backsplash Ideas For Your Kitchen Renovation - Photo 15 of 25 - The pendants over the kitchen island are from Cisco Home; the bar chairs are by Studio One for Lost & Found. The patterned concrete tile floor is from Mission Tile West, as is the mirrored backsplash (above), which was originally meant for the living room fireplace. "I think we over-ordered," Lena recalls. "So I said, ‘Let’s do a disco backsplash.’ It just needs to make you smile, and I think it does."
The pendants over the kitchen island are from Cisco Home; the bar chairs are by Studio One for Lost & Found. The patterned concrete tile floor is from Mission Tile West, as is the mirrored backsplash (above), which was originally meant for the living room fireplace.

25 Backsplash Ideas For Your Kitchen Renovation - Photo 16 of 25 - Fresh white kitchen with warm wood wrapped island, black cabinet pulls and Dwell patterns Heath tile backsplash .
Fresh white kitchen with warm wood wrapped island, black cabinet pulls and Dwell patterns Heath tile backsplash.

25 Backsplash Ideas For Your Kitchen Renovation - Photo 17 of 25 - A backsplash laid out in a herringbone pattern adds a subtle layer of texture while pendant lighting adds depth.
A backsplash laid out in a herringbone pattern adds a subtle layer of texture while pendant lighting adds depth.

25 Backsplash Ideas For Your Kitchen Renovation - Photo 18 of 25 - Fireclay Tile in a classic subway pattern goes beyond the standard 18" H backsplash raising the ceiling visually.
Fireclay Tile in a classic subway pattern goes beyond the standard 18″ H backsplash raising the ceiling visually.

25 Backsplash Ideas For Your Kitchen Renovation - Photo 19 of 25 - Detail of natural stone backsplash by Decorative Materials Inc. High gloss white cabinets by Vogo.
Detail of natural stone backsplash by Decorative Materials Inc. High gloss white cabinets by Vogo.

25 Backsplash Ideas For Your Kitchen Renovation - Photo 20 of 25 - To complement the white-washed custom cabinetry in her kitchen, architect Julie Salles Schaffer has designed a tile backsplash to resemble "melting butter in a white pan". Daltile arranged her two-color AutoCAD design—white and off-white—onto a mesh backing for a small fee. To soften the edges of the cabinets’ drawers and doors, Schaffer requested radial edging.<br>
To complement the white-washed custom cabinetry in her kitchen, the architect designed a tile backsplash to resemble “melting butter in a white pan”. Daltile arranged the two-color AutoCAD design—white and off-white—onto a mesh backing for a small fee. To soften the edges of the cabinets’ drawers and doors, Schaffer requested radial edging.

25 Backsplash Ideas For Your Kitchen Renovation - Photo 21 of 25 - Hand-made Moroccan tile backsplash by Mosaic House with contrasting niche; custom kitchen cabinets designed by MIRIAM BIOLEK Interior Design with Bendheim's mouth-blown glass inserts.
Hand-made Moroccan tile backsplash by Mosaic House with contrasting niche; custom kitchen cabinets with Bendheim’s mouth-blown glass inserts.
25 Backsplash Ideas For Your Kitchen Renovation - Photo 22 of 25 - In this urban townhouse, a Zodiaq® London Sky countertop wraps the wall behind it to become the backsplash, providing a polished backdrop for design details and vignettes. Its muted color complements dark wood cabinets and rich, metallic accents.
tIn this urban townhouse, a Zodiaq® London Sky countertop wraps the wall behind it to become the backsplash, providing a polished backdrop for design details and vignettes. Its muted color complements dark wood cabinets and rich, metallic accents.

25 Backsplash Ideas For Your Kitchen Renovation - Photo 23 of 25 - The Ferry Building shop displays seasonal goods as well as items from some of Heath’s most popular collections. The top shelf here features serve bowls, platters, modern cups, bud vases, and a pitcher from this year’s Summer line in aqua/zest and ocean pacific. Heath worked with chef Alice Waters and designer Christina Kim to create the Chez Panisse line, named after the famed Berkeley restaurant, which is seen here on the second shelf: side bowls, mugs, and café bowls in Jicama, Cardoon, and Forrest. The backsplash is Heath dual glaze tile.

  The top shelf here features serve bowls, platters, modern cups, bud vases, and a pitcher from this year’s Summer line in aqua/zest and ocean pacific. he backsplash is Heath dual glaze tile.
25 Backsplash Ideas For Your Kitchen Renovation - Photo 24 of 25 - Owners Kirsten and Lloyd chose a muted mosaic tile from Modwalls to cover the backsplash and back wall of the kitchen. New cork floors from House + Earth give a nice feel underfoot. Perforated chrome lights from Rejuvenation under the bar soffit enhance the mid-century vibe.
 Owners chose a muted mosaic tile from Modwalls to cover the backsplash and back wall of the kitchen. New cork floors from House + Earth give a nice feel underfoot. Perforated chrome lights from Rejuvenation under the bar soffit enhance the mid-century vibe.
25 Backsplash Ideas For Your Kitchen Renovation - Photo 25 of 25 -
25 Backsplash Ideas