Backsplash panels made with tiles that have a textured surface, like stone, can lend a kitchen a grounded, natural feel. Their earthy vibe can also make a space feel calmer and spacious.

You can use almost any tile for a backsplash but some types of tiles are ... Pieces of natural stone—granite, slate, travertine, marble ... —Adapted from Consumer Reports' Kitchen Planning ...

Read about the pros and cons — and see great examples — of these two popular kitchen backsplash materials. ... Travertine, for example, comes in many forms (subway tile, 4 by 4, mosaic), ...