Backsplashes are a functional way to infuse personality and character into your kitchen. These backsplash trends, though, can make your kitchen look dated.

Mike Montgomery and Rachel Andersen team up to install a vertical subway tile backsplash in a compact half bathroom. This DIY project adds a modern, space-enhancing twist to a classic design ...

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 ...

Or, use a small vertical tile design in the middle of horizontally laid tile to make a punchy statement. Liao recommends using natural stone tiles, such as slate, marble or granite.

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 ...

This kitchen by Gilday Renovations features a glass-tile backsplash that extends to the ceiling. Photograph courtesy of Gilday Renovations When it comes to designing a kitchen, a backsplash is one ...

These gorgeous kitchen backsplashes prove that a touch of tile can make all the difference. Let them inspire you to make a change!

And while white subway tile is popular and a safe, time-tested choice, it is far from the only one. If you want your backsplash to stand out, tile can add a distinctive texture, finish or pattern.