Kitchen Backsplash for apartment with high heat and oil cooking

5 years ago

Hi, I'm trying to figure out what material to use for a kitchen backsplash for my apartment. I do daily cooking using high heat and oil (searing meats on pans with oil, sauteeing veggies, etc). Below is how the kitchen looks with black granite countertops. What material should I use that'll fit design wise and practicality wise for our cooking style? Looking for something easy to clean with all the oil. Also, should I put backsplash behind the microwave or the section of the stove where the black granite is, or where the fridge is? Thanks in advance!

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artemis_ma

5 years ago

Functionally it should be okay.

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W.E. Davies + Sons Remodeling Inc.
5 years ago
Because this is a rented apartment, we suggest using a metal or glass removeable backsplash: https://www.menards.com/main/buying-guides/paint-buying-guides/peel-stick-backsplash-buying-guide/c-1476477322980.htm

Yes, put the backsplash behind the range. There is no need to put it directly behind the fridge or microwave.
Kim L thanked W.E. Davies + Sons Remodeling Inc.
mark_rachel
5 years ago
You already have a granite backsplash, so I would just paint with washable paint. If you want to take that granite 4" backsplash down & tile I would go with glossy ceramic tile or glass panels would look good here.
Kim L thanked mark_rachel
mark_rachel
5 years ago
Or just put up a sheet of stainless steal behind your range & call it a day.
chiflipper
5 years ago
I sincerely hope the range has a real "vented-to-the-outside" exhaust. If it does not, be prepared to lose your security deposit.
Kim L
Original Author
5 years ago
It's not a rented apartment. I own the condo unit.
Kim L
Original Author
5 years ago
I'm leaning towards ceramic or glass but do I have to take the 4" backsplash down?
aprilneverends
5 years ago
ceramics or glass; and yes it's best to take the 4" backsplash down if you install another one
Kim L
Original Author
5 years ago
is that for aesthetic reasons? I'd prefer not to take down the 4" granite if functionally it's okay.
User
5 years ago
last modified: 5 years ago
Get rid of the 4” splash. Sheet stainless will be easy to keep clean.

Get rid of the OTR and put in a real hood with some capture area and air flow. Or you are going to ruin all of the finishes in the apartment.
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JAN MOYER
5 years ago
last modified: 5 years ago
The word "apartment" does not necessarily mean rented. An apartment can be owned. The granite or a ceramic tile
Deb Zilch
5 years ago
why grout? a pain. stainless, but there are newish kitchens with 4, and something above.
Donna E
5 years ago
You don't need to take off your granite backsplash. It has gone out "of style" with the most kitchen-focused folks here, but it's fine and I'm sure very functional. You can just add something behind your stove. A stainless sheet sounds like a good idea.
formeryankee
5 years ago
Jan Moyer, she was emphasizing that it was a Condo that she owns because someone said she was renting the apartment.
Anne Duke
5 years ago
Stainless would be my choice in the areas likely to get oil splatters.
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Eden Mosaic Tile
5 years ago
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Good luck with your kitchen design!
Irene Morresey
5 years ago
Stainless steel backsplash would look good and practical
felizlady
5 years ago
I would use slab granite or quartz for both the counters and the backsplash...minimal seams....for the easiest wipe-down when cleaning.
felizlady
5 years ago
A range hood with an exhaust vent expelling smoke and smells to the outside through the wall or roof is the best ventilation system. A microwave with a vent simply recirculates the air/smoke/smells/grease. If your apartment kitchen has another unit above and no exterior wall, a proper exhaust may not be possible.