SOLID SLAB OR TILE BACKSPLASH

WHICH IS BETTER FOR YOU?

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It may not cross your mind just how many architectural features, design elements and individual components make up a DECO DesignForward kitchen. It’s important to carefully consider each aspect of your kitchen and how it fits into the style and function of your space. Take, for example, your kitchen backsplash.

The choice of solid or tiled backsplash in your DECO kitchen is entirely up to you, and selecting the right material should not only reflect your personality, but also be durable and appropriate for your overall design style. We've broken down the pros and cons of each to help guide you.

TILE BACKSPLASH

Tile-work is generally considered the most traditional approach to kitchen backsplash design. Our DECO Design Studio boasts a wide variety of materials, sizes, shapes, colours and textures you can choose for your tile work, empowering you to put your own creative stamp on the space.

Backsplash

PROS

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Available in every solid surface material

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Many shapes, sizes and patterns available

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Durable, lightweight, and easy to repair

CONS

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Grout may need replacing over time

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Grout and tiles can stain, requires regular maintenance

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Tough to clean

Tile Samples

SLAB BACKSPLASH

Solid slab backsplashes pair well with modern kitchen designs, offering an attractive balance of luxe material and minimalist aesthetics. Constructed using a large, continuous slab of natural or engineered stone, which includes marble, granite and quartz, to name a few. These vertical stone treatments, available in various colours and vein patterns, create a striking visual impact.

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Durable and long lasting

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Available in a wide range of colours and textures

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Low maintenance and easy to clean

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Stain resistant

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Seamless for a more modern look

CONS

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No DIY repairs

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Does not offer intricate pattern options as in tile

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Some man-made slabs are not the best options for stove backsplash

Tile Samples

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