Facts About Stainless Steel Backsplashes

In the average kitchen, stainless steel backsplashes are definitely outside of the mainstream of kitchen design. But, if used properly, they’ll make your kitchen standout like almost nothing else. In addition, it such a unique backsplash will complement many of the stainless steel appliances found in today’s modern kitchen.

Your style of furniture and appliances that you choose for you home reveals a lot about you. A kitchen with stainless steel backsplashes, refrigerators, and ovens, more than anything else, says practicality. And stainless steel, if nothing else, is the most practical choice when it comes to kitchen sinks and backsplashes.

Those familiar with the decor of restaurant kitchens know that stainless steel backsplashes have been used in professional kitchens for years. And professional chefs love them because they tend to be maintenance free.

The main function of a backsplash is to protect the surface of the wall from food splatter as you’re cooking and doing food preparation. It’s a section of material, normally tiles, that is attached to the wall behind an oven, sink, or counter. The main property that is should have is to be easy to clean. And in today’s kitchen, the second property that it should have is to be aesthetically pleasing to the eye. Stainless steel backsplashes satisfy both of these functions with ease.

A quality stainless steel backsplash is among the sturdiest of materials that you could choose. However, it can be expensive when compared to alternative materials such as tile, or laminate. For example, a simple stainless steel backsplash kit 36 to 42 inches wide could cost somewhere in the neighborhood of $250 – $350. A stainless steel backsplash is, however,  cheaper then a granite one.

The simplest of stainless steel backsplashes installs on the wall with a basic epoxy. Some of the more complex ones, such as backsplashes with built in trays, will need to have holes drilled into the wall support studs and then attached with screws or hooks.

While stainless steel kitchen backsplashes are easy to clean, some complain about scratches from cleaning. Others, prefer granite and claim that granite is easier to care for. If you use the right cleaning materials on stainless steel, however, scratches shouldn’t be a major concern. And also, with steel backsplashes, you don’t have to worry about trapped grease and dirt getting in the joints and grouts as you have to with tile backsplashes.

Stainless Steel Backsplash Tile

stainless steel backsplash tiles

Those that want to use stainless steel in a bit more creative way can install a backsplash consisting of stainless steel tiles instead of a one piece stainless steel backsplash. This lets you mix different colors, styles, and textures of stainless steel together, resulting in something that resembles art or sculpture more than a utilitarian kitchen accessory.