20 kitchen backsplash ideas that are NOT subway tile
by Bailey Swilley
All kitchens have a backsplash. Might as well make it one that you love. Take a cue from one of these genius ideas.
light blue herringbone
This simple herringbone pattern brings style and color into your space without being too overwhelming.
All kitchens have a backsplash. Might as well make it one that you love. Take a cue from one of these genius ideas.
light blue herringbone
This simple herringbone pattern brings style and color into your space without being too overwhelming.
rainbow mosaic
If you think there can never be enough color in your life, then spread that philosophy to your kitchen with this fun DIY.
If you think there can never be enough color in your life, then spread that philosophy to your kitchen with this fun DIY.
geometric simplicity
Sort of like subway tiles… with a twist! We love the unique shapes here paired with a cool color palette. (Artwork in the kitchen is always a good idea)!
Sort of like subway tiles… with a twist! We love the unique shapes here paired with a cool color palette. (Artwork in the kitchen is always a good idea)!
shiny forest green
These delicious tiles are almost like jewelry for your walls. Perfect for the kitchen with plenty of copperware.
These delicious tiles are almost like jewelry for your walls. Perfect for the kitchen with plenty of copperware.
copper
In love with the penny metal? Go big or go home like this kitchen! Another fun way to play with copper, use it to cover an unsightly washing machine!
In love with the penny metal? Go big or go home like this kitchen! Another fun way to play with copper, use it to cover an unsightly washing machine!
life-size photos
If you’ve got a family photo you adore or an image that calms you, why not blow it up and make it the backdrop to your kitchen?
If you’ve got a family photo you adore or an image that calms you, why not blow it up and make it the backdrop to your kitchen?
white plank
Who says your kitchen needs to be covered in tile? Opt for a soft wood look instead. Another wonderful use of wood in the kitchen, check out how Jenni Kayne brought this texture into her space.
Who says your kitchen needs to be covered in tile? Opt for a soft wood look instead. Another wonderful use of wood in the kitchen, check out how Jenni Kayne brought this texture into her space.
glass-covered grass
Why not bring the outdoors in with an up-close shot of nature?
Why not bring the outdoors in with an up-close shot of nature?
white and gray marble
Your kitchen deserves to be the classiest room in your home, so go for the gusto (a.k.a. marble)!
Your kitchen deserves to be the classiest room in your home, so go for the gusto (a.k.a. marble)!
beachy ocean tiles
Whether you’re revamping a beach house or want to bring that shore life to your year-round abode, these tiles will bring the nautical magic.
Whether you’re revamping a beach house or want to bring that shore life to your year-round abode, these tiles will bring the nautical magic.
city map
Go for something totally unexpected with a large-print city map against your walls.
Go for something totally unexpected with a large-print city map against your walls.
scalloped tiles
Scalloped tiles are in. Why not embrace the trend in the most used room in your house?
Scalloped tiles are in. Why not embrace the trend in the most used room in your house?
colorful patterned
This beautiful multi-color tile is perfect for an eclectic home full of different textures and patterns.
This beautiful multi-color tile is perfect for an eclectic home full of different textures and patterns.
bottle caps
Beer, soda, or both will do just fine. A commitment, for sure, but could be just the right personal touch, depending on your style.
Beer, soda, or both will do just fine. A commitment, for sure, but could be just the right personal touch, depending on your style.
colorful quilt
If you’re the type of person who can’t pick because you love them all, let your wall say it for you.
If you’re the type of person who can’t pick because you love them all, let your wall say it for you.
wine corks
Now you’re drinking with an end goal. Quite the way to remember your favorite bottles!
Now you’re drinking with an end goal. Quite the way to remember your favorite bottles!
chalkboard paint
Lists, happy messages, and drawings can be drawn and erased repeatedly on this playful backsplash.
Lists, happy messages, and drawings can be drawn and erased repeatedly on this playful backsplash.
river rocks
Bring the soothing river home and give your kitchen a slight spa vibe with this creative design.
Bring the soothing river home and give your kitchen a slight spa vibe with this creative design.
recycled glass
Chaos never been so stunning. This style can add a playful touch to a kitchen that's feeling too serious.
Chaos never been so stunning. This style can add a playful touch to a kitchen that's feeling too serious.
floral mosaics
Take a cue from this design and create your own happy masterpiece from scraps of painted dishes and glass.
Take a cue from this design and create your own happy masterpiece from scraps of painted dishes and glass.
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