A tile-effect kitchen splashback combines the best of all worlds. The elegance and sophistication of exquisite wall tiles, coupled with the durability and affordability of a classic kitchen splashback.
Today’s tile-effect splashbacks can recreate the look of almost any type of tiled surface with near-flawless accuracy. You have to look close to realise you are not actually looking at a tiled wall, but a toughened glass splashback of the highest quality.
If you are looking to bring the best of both worlds into your kitchen, here are just a few trending tile-effect splashback designs to consider in 2022:
- Circle Patterns
Geometric patterns remain a popular choice in many households, but creative circle patterns can be even more eye-catching. This is a classic design that originates from Mediterranean regions, combining elegance and sophistication with a touch of innovation. Choose a combination of colours that blends in with its surroundings, or something that stands out as a bold point of focus in its own right.
- Faux Brickwork
There never has been and there never will be a time when exposed brickwork does not look fantastic. Exposed bricks can be particularly attractive in the kitchen, but have never been particularly practical due to their porous nature. A brick-effect splashback could therefore be just the thing, combining the rustic and timeless appeal of exposed brick with a flawlessly hygienic and maintenance-free surface.
- Warm Metallics
Metallic tile with a fairly dull (rather than reflective) surface can radically transform the look and feel of any interior space. They bring a sense of warmth and luxury into the home, while at the same time bursting with practicality. This can be particularly true with a metallic-effect splashback, which can be installed at a fraction of the cost of a genuine metallic panel. Dull metallic surfaces are compatible with almost all kitchen colour schemes and designs, making them easy to integrate.
- Earthy Stones
As with exposed brickwork, natural stone-effect tiles can look fantastic in almost any type of kitchen. They represent the ultimate in timeless sophistication, and can be paired with almost any existing theme and décor. Increasingly, stonework with a rustic and ‘earthy’ vibe is being embraced by interior designers. All in the name of bringing a touch of the outdoors indoors, which has become the interior design trend of the moment for the modern household.
- Sparkles and Shine
Alternatively, you could go for something quite the opposite of understated. Kitchen tiles can be crafted to provide just the right amount of sparkle and shine. From the sophistication of granite right through to an eye-catching glitter effect, there are literally no limitations to what is on offer. The same can also be said for a tile-effect splashback, which can be every bit as sparkly and shiny as you want it to be.
- Two-Tone Tiles
Simple yet effective, this is where tiles of contrasting colours are used to create something of a 50/50 split. How you go about the split is up to you – horizontally, vertically, diagonally, or in a completely random pattern, if preferred. Just as long as the colours you choose complement the rest of your kitchen, the resulting effect can be quite sublime.
- Magnificent Marble
Last up, a marble-effect splashback can be just the thing for bringing the ultimate in luxury and exclusivity into your kitchen, without the prohibitive price tag. Polished marble has graced residences of distinction for centuries, and continues to be a prized commodity today. Every colour, shade and design you can think of is available, without the heavyweight properties or high costs of traditional marble.