Glass splashbacks can be surprisingly versatile, when it comes to the way they complement your kitchen’s aesthetic. You can choose something that blends in almost invisibly with its surroundings, or opt for something more outspoken as a point of focus for the entire space.
Whichever way you go, you’ll be looking at an affordable yet potentially transformative makeover for your kitchen, which also happens to be quick and easy to install.
In terms of inspiration, here are just five of the limitless ways a splashback can be used to breathe life into the heart of the home:
#1: Create a Bold Accent Feature
If your kitchen features a predominantly neutral colour palette, a great way to bring the space to life is to install a bold splashback. Just the occasional ‘pop’ of colour here and there can be just the thing to elevate and improve the appearance of kitchens with fairly uniform colour themes. The simpler the current décor of your kitchen, the easier it is to incorporate a bold splashback to create a fantastic effect.
It's entirely up to you how bold you go – you could even choose a two-tone panel that combines two of your favourite colours into the same splashback.
#2: Match With Your Kitchen Cabinets
One of the easiest and most fool-proof ways to bring a splashback into the kitchen in flawless harmony is to choose a colour that matches your kitchen cabinets. Or for that matter, any other accent colours that are already present in the space. This could be your curtains, your worktops, or even the colours of your appliances.
If there is a colour in the space that’s already been used to great effect, choosing the same colour for your splashback could be the way to go.
#3: Showcase the Surface Beneath
Of course, there is also the option of choosing a splashback that does not feature any colour or design at all. If you are looking for something as understated as it gets, a clear glass splashback can be practically invisible. Along with showcasing the surface beneath, glass splashbacks bring light and life into the kitchen with a beautifully glossy and reflective surface.
Glass splashbacks can be particularly effective when mounted over exposed brickwork, tiles, or any other wall materials/features you are particularly proud of. They’re also incredibly easy to incorporate into any kitchen, given the fact that they blend in seamlessly with their surroundings
#4: Create Space With a Mirrored Splashback
Speaking of light and life, nothing creates the illusion of space and illumination in a smaller kitchen quite like a mirrored splashback. The strategic incorporation of mirrors is the oldest trick in the interior design book for small spaces. Mirrored surfaces reflect natural light around the kitchen, while at the same time making it feel larger than it actually is.
If you decide to go with the mirrored option, be sure to check out the various hues and tints available. Standard ‘clear’ mirrored glass isn’t the only option – pretty much every imaginable shade and variation is also up for grabs.
#5: Printed Tile Configurations
A glass splashback can be designed to flawlessly recreate the effects of a tiled surface. This could be a uniform configuration of classic terracotta tiles, the most intricate mosaic imaginable, or anything in between. Splashbacks combine the benefit of toughened glass with the unique visual appeal of more traditional materials like stone, slate, and ceramic,
You can even go for a granite or marble-effect splashback, bringing timeless sophistication into the kitchen at a much more affordable price than the real thing.
For more information on any of the above or to discuss any of our products in more detail, contact a member of the team at DIY Splashbacks today.