If you want your stone countertops to be the focal point of your kitchen choose an understated backsplash like white subway tiles neutral glass tiles or even stainless steel.
Best backsplash for busy granite countertops.
This style will work especially well if you have a lighter colored granite countertop as the dark slate tiles will contrast the granite.
Besides remaining a highly durable and sturdy surface granite also gives your counters a beautiful appearance associated with luxury.
One of the most popular tile options for kitchen countertops is granite.
Don t stress yourself out trying to find patterned tile with the correct undertone to go with your stone.
This draws more attention to a bold and beautiful stone countertop.
Travertine backsplash ideas a form of limestone travertine is a long lasting low maintenance and beautiful material which has been used in homes for years.
Generally travertine is available in cream beige tan and white which is perfect for earth tone spaces.
If you like pattern on your backsplash choose a solid color countertop.
If you prefer the backsplash as the accent while the countertops take a backseat try adding color.
It comes in 9 different shades so it s easy to find one that works with most granites.
If you have a busy countertop i m looking at you granite choose a solid color backsplash tile.
Two tone kitchen with and tan walls antique white cabinets with granite countertops and white wood panel backsplash sandy chapman single sloane shop light with white linen shade over gray kitchen island with baluster legs and granite countertops kitchen window covered in burlap roman shade.
Blue flower keystone blend.
Or if you really want glass the honey colored subway would look good.
One thing i always tell my clients is you can never go wrong with subway tile either ceramic or glass or marble depending on the granite.
Most likely you wont find the right one.
If you want to double up on the natural stone look slate tiles are a great option for a backsplash with a granite countertop.
The neutral shades of both are easy to match with cabinetry furniture and appliances.
I love the glass moda tile from julian tile.
I think with a really busy granite you should go with a simple backsplash.
Select a ceramic tile in a color that is in your granite a great way to pick a tile for your backsplash is to choose a tile that has a color matching the vein or spot colors in your granite.
If you decide to go with a granite countertop make it the star of your kitchen and choose the right backsplash.
With your dark cabinets i believe that a cream or ivory whichever is closest to the light color in your granite in a subway tile would look really nice.