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Wow, all of your suggestions sound really nice, except the cardboard one!:rolleyes:
I was looking at clear glass tiles, and like them. I want to stay away from patterns, in case we want to sell some day. The subway glass tiles are really pretty!
Did you have a contractor install yours, or go thru Home Depot or Lowe's?
I hope it can be installed in one day.

I like the stainless steel tiles also. I just saw this link...
Stainless steel countertops, backsplashes & tiles for kitchen & bath by Stainless Living

I think the glass and stainless are my favorite...so far.;)

The stainless steel ones are pretty, but I wonder if they would be a bear to keep clean. I have a ss fridge and it shows EVERY little spot.

I was thinking the same thing. I hope someone posts who has one. I kind of think my hubby would prefer clear glass.

I just found this article online...

Cork
Although they can be very convenient, cork backsplashes are not for everyone. They're not easy to clean, and they do eventually wear out. However, if you don't mind replacing the cork backsplash every few years, they can be an excellent choice.

GlassGlass backslashes are gaining popularity in many areas of the country. They come in various surfaces, colors and are always an attractive addition in the kitchen. Glass backsplashes are easy to clean and very durable. However, glass backsplashes are also very expensive and can be broken by a large pot or frying pan if an accident occurs.

Natural Stone
If you want to a rustic or nostalgic look for your kitchen, nothing works better than natural stone. Backsplashes made out of marble, rock or even granite are popular in rural homes or mountain cabins. However, they can be used in any kitchen setting that has a country or outdoor theme. They are very durable, contrast nicely to other kitchen fixtures and areas and make excellent conversation pieces.

On the other hand, natural stone is difficult to keep clean and free of an oily surface. Also, natural stone can be difficult to install, and adhesives can wear out causing the stones to fall in some cases.

Soft Metals
Another very popular option for a backsplash in country or rural themed kitchens is soft metals. Copper and tin are popular soft metals that are used in the backslashes in many country styled kitchens. They are fairly easy to clean, very attractive and very resistant to wear and tear.

However, tin backsplashes are prone to corrosion and rust, while copper often needs to be cleaned and polished to avoid tarnish and mildew. Also, soft metals for backsplashes are not cheap, and can add greatly to the cost of a kitchen remodel.

Stainless Steel
Stainless steel backsplash are great for alter modern kitchens. They are also an excellent choice if you want to make a small kitchen appear larger. They are reflective, shiny and easy to clean and polish. They are also fire resistant and perhaps some of the most durable types of backsplashes available. However, like most other good things for the kitchen, stainless steel backsplashes are very expensive.



Read more: 5 Types of Kitchen Backsplashes | DoItYourself.com

My daughter got tired of the tiles in her kitchen so she went to Home Depot and purchased fake tin ceiling tiles and put those up. It looks reaaaalllly good.


I have my dream kitchen visions that are going in my new house, but I do love love love subway tiles and glass tiles.

What I wanna know is if and when stainless and white appliances are gonna come out :D I currently have stainless and black and I'm sick of the black already. White looks really clean and I also like the stainless and think those two would compliment each other well on appliances.

I used a mixed 2 x2 slate and added some black glass 2x2 randomly mixed in. I love it.

My sister couldnt find a backspash she liked that would with her kitchen. She found some tiles she liked, broke them into pieces and randomly placed on the wall....and used a colored grout. Looks beautiful and was relatively inexpensive.

I think you and me may have a similar design aesthetic...? If I remember, on other design threads, we were liking the same things too. Do you go to a lot of design sites/blogs? OMG, I have soooooooo many sites that I peruse regularly and just drool over. SO inspiring to me creatively!

Do you mean 'clear' glass? Or, are you meaning the glass block?

I have subway tile over my soapstone counters. Love it!