Quartz and Stone
Backsplashes
Backsplashes do more than just protect your walls – they help define the look and feel of your kitchen or bathroom. Whether you want seamless elegance or texture and contrast, the right backsplash material can elevate your entire space.
Form and Function of
Quartz and Stone Backsplashes
Backsplashes are both form and function. They are essential around sinks in kitchens and bathrooms because they protect walls against inevitable water splashes and the ensuing stains. As a design element, they frame the space and can add a dramatic secondary dimension to countertop design.
The material you choose for your splashes depends on how you want it to interact with your countertops. For a seamless, modern look, you might want to use the same material for both the countertops and splashes. Alternatively, using a contrasting material can add drama and highlight the space.
Whatever material you choose to go with, there are a few options to consider in terms of design:
1. Traditional Splashes
2. Half Wall Splashes
3. Full Wall Splashes
The backsplashes you choose will depend on how the space will be used and your personal design aesthetic.
Traditional
Backsplashes
Traditionally, kitchens are given a standard 6” backsplash and bathrooms a 4” splash. In kitchens, there is a greater chance of oil or food getting on the walls, leaving stains which can be challenging to remove, hence the need for a higher splash. Bathroom backsplashes can be shorter because the walls are usually only exposed to water and soap.
Full & Half Wall
Backsplashes
There are many benefits for a higher backsplash. Many people simply feel like traditional splashes just don’t do enough to keep splashes from staining the walls. For others, it is more of an aesthetic consideration. Higher splashes look more modern. Line them up with a specific feature, such as cabinets or windows, for a more purposeful look.
Centerpiece
Backsplashes
Natural stone slabs contain beautiful patterns and veining. Displaying these pieces vertically makes them Marble, quartzite and onyx are especially popular for this treatment, as these materials tend to have dramatic movement that is more fully appreciated on a large scale.
Let’s Design Your Perfect Countertops
Backsplashes serve both a functional and design purpose, shaping the look of your space. When updating countertops, don’t forget to consider your splash treatment. Start designing with our free software or click the button below to contact us and schedule a visit to our showroom.