Kitchen backsplashes are a natural place to add an individual style. From the different color options to the wide variety of materials, there are many possibilities for a unique and fun backsplash. And one of the easiest ways to add a personal style to the kitchen is to think about a backsplash contrast in the kitchen.
The use of contrast in a kitchen backsplash, for starters, helps to bring out the often shaded area behind the stove or countertop. It can also add a colorful background to the kitchen and help define the style of the space. Read on to find out how to use contrast in a kitchen backsplash.
Artistic backgrounds
Perhaps one of the most striking ways to achieve a kitchen backsplash contrast is to opt for a collage design. This immediately adds visual interest. A black-and-white design is a sure bet to create an instant contrast. The use of black and white can help the design with lighter kitchen colors. A black-and-white style can be a majestic design that adds visual interest without competing too much with the rest of the room because the colors are neutral.
Of course, don’t be afraid to try a colorful collage design. It can make a great focal point in a room with a more neutral color scheme or match other colors in the room.
High contrast tile
Tiles are always a favorite for kitchen backsplashes. Tiles are usually made of smooth materials that are heat-resistant and easy to clean. One way to achieve a backsplash contrast in the kitchen is to choose contrasting tile colors among themselves.
Again, black and white tiles are a favorite for an instant contrast that matches the popular light kitchen colors. But you can use any combination of colors that you consider appropriate and that creates a contrast, such as dark tones and bright, bright tones. It is a highly customizable design that you can use to match any color choice.
Three-dimensional geometry
A more unconventional idea is to opt for a texture in the kitchen backsplash to create a contrast. The photo above shows that some wavy patterns added to the backsplash help create contrast when light hits different points of the pattern. The added beige shade helps with this contrast for a look that is both bold and subtle.
This idea is a creative addition that can match almost any kitchen style. To create a similar three-dimensional look, you can use a tile pattern in which some tiles are placed higher than others. Still others are more abstract and geometric.
Orange
Another choice to achieve a kitchen backsplash contrast is to choose a bold accent color on a more neutral background. Take the red tiles that line the kitchen space in the photo above as an example.
The beautiful aspect of this design is that you can then use this accent color in the rest of the room, such as in some curtains or furniture. This allows the backsplash to become part of the overall design of the room. This leads to a certain consistency in space, as the background becomes an important focal point for this accent color. It also allows you to work with bright splashes of your favorite color.
Natural materials
An easy way to get an instant contrast is to opt for natural materials like the kitchen backsplash. For example, marble gives a direct contrast, because it has dark veins running through the white material. Some beads have darker veins than others, which means that you can have as much or as little contrast as you want with this style.
Another option is the use of natural stone of different shades. This gives the kitchen a natural, outdoor and rustic look, if that’s the style you want in the kitchen. The color contrast and the rough texture of the stone will work well together to attract the eye.
The bright hues create a kitchen backsplash contrast
When using contrast in a kitchen backsplash, the backsplash does not have to contrast with itself. You can use a color for your kitchen backsplash. In this matter, the contrast comes from how the color you choose for the kitchen backsplash contrasts with the rest of the space.
For example, you can use a bold color on a kitchen backsplash to contrast with natural wood textures, as in the photo above. Or a light kitchen backsplash can contrast with a darker color scheme. This design then draws the eye to the backsplash and adds visual interest to the space.