Kitchen Backsplash
The backsplash ties your countertops, cabinetry, and fixtures together. We install tile that protects your walls and defines the look of your kitchen.
Back to KitchensA backsplash does two things: it protects the wall behind your countertop from water, grease, and food splashes, and it sets the visual tone for the entire kitchen. The tile you choose, the pattern you lay it in, and how it relates to your countertop and cabinetry all shape how the space feels.
We work with subway tile, mosaics, natural stone, brick-look porcelain, and large-format slabs. Whether you want a simple white subway or a full-wall statement piece behind the range, we handle the layout, cutting, and installation so every edge is clean and every line is straight.
Backsplash Styles
Subway Tile
The most popular backsplash choice for good reason. Clean lines, timeless style, and available in classic white, matte, glossy, and textured finishes. Works in every kitchen from farmhouse to modern.
Mosaic & Accent Tile
Penny rounds, hexagons, and glass blends that add depth and personality. Perfect as a full backsplash or as a feature strip behind the range. Available in glass, porcelain, and natural stone.
Natural Stone
Slate, marble, travertine, and quartzite bring natural texture and warmth. Each piece is unique. Requires sealing to protect against kitchen grease and splashes but delivers unmatched character.
Large Format & Porcelain Slab
Oversized tiles or full porcelain slabs that minimize grout lines for a seamless, modern look. Easier to clean and ideal for contemporary kitchens with clean-lined cabinetry.
Matching Your Countertop
The backsplash and countertop need to work together. A busy countertop with heavy veining pairs best with a simple, neutral backsplash that lets the stone be the star. A solid-colour countertop gives you room to be bolder with patterned or textured tile.
White and light countertops (Cambria quartz, white marble) work well with white subway tile, soft grey mosaics, or warm picket tile. The result is clean, bright, and timeless.
Dark countertops (Empira Black, dark granite) pair beautifully with lighter backsplashes that create contrast, or with matching dark tile for a dramatic, monochromatic look.
Wood and butcher block countertops call for natural materials - stone, brick-look tile, or matte ceramic in earth tones. The backsplash should complement the organic feel of the wood without competing with it.
Layout & Pattern
The same tile looks completely different depending on the layout. A standard subway tile can be laid in a classic brick offset, a modern straight stack, or a herringbone pattern, and each creates a distinct feel.
Brick offset is the classic subway layout and the most popular choice. It is clean, familiar, and works in any kitchen. Straight stack (aligned vertically or horizontally) gives a more modern, grid-like appearance that pairs well with contemporary cabinetry.
Herringbone adds visual movement and works beautifully as a feature behind the range. Vertical stack is increasingly popular for drawing the eye upward, especially in kitchens with tall ceilings or open shelving.
We also install full-height backsplashes that run from countertop to ceiling. This creates a dramatic, finished look and provides wall protection behind open shelving and range hoods. It works especially well with large-format tiles or natural stone.
Grout & Maintenance
Kitchen backsplashes are exposed to cooking grease, steam, and food splashes daily. The grout you choose matters as much as the tile itself. We strongly recommend avoiding white grout on kitchen backsplashes. White grout stains quickly behind a cooktop and is nearly impossible to keep looking clean long-term, no matter how well you maintain it.
We recommend epoxy grout for kitchen backsplashes because it is waterproof, stain-proof, and does not require sealing. It costs more than cement-based grout but it will not discolour from grease or steam. If you have your heart set on a lighter grout colour, we use specific grout and sealant combinations that we have tested and trust to hold up in kitchen environments.
Porous natural stone backsplashes like marble, travertine, and slate need extra attention. The tile itself absorbs grease and moisture, not just the grout. We seal stone before installation and pair it with the right sealant for kitchen conditions. Annual re-sealing is essential, especially behind the cooktop where heat and grease exposure are highest.
Ready to Choose Your Backsplash?
Bring us your countertop samples, cabinet colours, and inspiration photos. We will help you find the tile and layout that pulls everything together.
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