A stunning tile backsplash is an easy way to make a big impact in your kitchen. Let us help you sort through the materials, terms, and trends.

Subway tile has been one of the most popular kitchen backsplashes in recent years. Usually available in a range of materials and prices, the classic shape of subway tiles easily complements lots ...

The kitchen in this Hamptons home is a lesson in the power of contrasts, created by this ingenius hack: Use a contrasting tile grout to create a juxtaposition between the subway tiles and grout.

DIY Subway Tile. A fter receiving contractor bids to tile our kitchen backsplash that didn’t fit our budget, my husband and I decided to tackle the project ourselves. With one weekend and a lot ...

Expanded long ago from its humble beginnings in subway stations, the “subway tile” trend continues to sustain in kitchen backsplash design. Subway tiles are simple, inexpensive and the default ...

2025 is the year of statement kitchen tiles. While classic subway tiles are still holding strong, interior designers are now leaning into bold textures, earthy hues, and artisanal details, turning ...

Subway tiles are normally 3 by 6 inches, but any rectangular tile can be used, so you can go as big or as small as you'd like. As with so many other backsplashes, try to complete a "dry layout ...

Ceramic tile is the most popular option for a kitchen backsplash. Ceramic tiles are incredibly versatile—they come in many shapes, sizes and colors and can be installed in numerous patterns.

When shopping for tile, keep in mind that most backsplash walls are about 12 inches high, so it makes sense to use 3- or 4-inch tiles, which will reduce the number of cut tiles.

Kitchen backsplashes run trendy so do your research before committing to a tile idea. You can typically find 12-inch by 12-inch tiles at a home improvement store.