Suggestions for kitchen backsplash

7 years ago

We have a Spanish style home in California. We really love this Sinfonia hexagon tile for our kitchen floor. We plan to have white kitchen cabinets and darker countertops.
Any suggestions for our back splash tile?

Thanks!

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Dragonfly Tile & Stone Works, Inc.

7 years ago

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Love the floor! Generally I think subway tile is over used right now but in your case I think it may be a perfect component, however definitely not white and preferably handmade clay tile (in keeping with your homes architecture), and perhaps a crackle finish (depends on the countertops). Maybe something like these, picking up on hues from your floor. These are from Fireclay Tile and come in various finishes and sizes (and LOTS of colors).

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torreykm
7 years ago
last modified: 7 years ago
I have no suggestions for you backsplash, but that tile is stunning! Do you have a photo of your countertop material?
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#KrisFordRealtor
7 years ago
I would choose a white subway tile or even blue glass backsplash would be sharp!
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Don't be swerved away from hand painted tiles! The best way to add colour and originality (I make hand painted tiles so I may be biased). I would take the tiles to just under the bottom shelf, and up to the hod. We have had tiles behind our cooker for 21 years, and we don't find the grout staying clean a problem. By the way - I think subway tiles will look dated in a few years, as anything bang on trend tends to do.
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I was thinking the blue subway tile that in the pic by the stove but now thinking it might be too much??
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stephryandesign
7 years ago
That tile is awesome and full of character. Picking something a little retro, would tie that in, but the fact that its new will keep it fresh looking.
I would say go for something in a natural material. I've seen wood, box tops with a clear glaze to protect it from moisture. Maybe cork, also with some sort of moisture-proof application.
YoungPeony
7 years ago
Dragonfly Tile, I agree 100%. The floor is so beautiful and the tiles you suggest are a great compliment.
J D
7 years ago
Do you like an arabesque tile? It would add to the Moroccan/Spanish style
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JAN MOYER
7 years ago
The floor is already the star. Whatever your solid surface, and I hope it is plain, I would run it right up the splash!!: )
emmarene9
7 years ago
Arabesque with same color grout. Light blue would be nice. Please share your finished floor. It is impressive.
dcurlsbennett
7 years ago
Where did you find the floor tile? Gorgeous! Backsplash tile with matte finish. Let your tile floor be the star.
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Modern Rustic
7 years ago
Depending on the height of your cabinets, a large natural stone tile (in a lighter hues that can be found in the floor tile) would look amazing....it would reflect the rustic natural feel of the floor without distracting from it! Amazing floor tile! Or possibly a natural stone in more of a brick pattern.

Be sure to post piccies once its finished..... sounds like you have some great style choices going on!
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7 years ago
The first thing I thought of was exactly the color n style that dragonfly posted with the first choice. Can u tell us the color of the countertop? I def think u should let the floor be the main attraction n the backslash compliment it. Beautiful choice. :)
Jillian - Interior design student
7 years ago
Love the tile, but maybe not with white cabinets. Consider a blue island -or- blue lower cabinets.

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J D
7 years ago
I said arabesque earlier, and I think you should not do a blue or anything like that. I think it should be cream (like in the flooring). Arabesque is already very unique and decorative. I think going w a blue arabesque would be taking too much attention away from the floor, since it's already such a unique tile (the arabesque).
If you wanna go w the light blue, I'd do the subway tile like someone mentioned above
maree85
7 years ago
Your kitchen is going to be fantastic. I have to say I was thinking light gray tile but I like all of Dragonfly's choices. What's better in the end might depend on your counter color.
ttpunchie
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7 years ago
Thank you for all the ideas! We were planning to border that floor tile with a orange-red Spanish tile border. Cream cabinets for main and light blue/gray island cabinets
mzapper
7 years ago
I think more of a square shaped tile or Arabesque would work better with your gorgeous floor!...and nothing shiny - more of a matte...and if you can work in a little tile like your floor - would be amazing!

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