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.
If you want to double up on the natural stone look slate tiles are a great option for a backsplash with a granite countertop.
This draws more attention to a bold and beautiful stone countertop.
This style will work especially well if you have a lighter colored granite countertop as the dark slate tiles will contrast the granite.
Types of granite countertops use a neutral glass tile.
If you decide to go with a granite countertop make it the star of your kitchen and choose the right backsplash.
The dramatic patterning of the granite countertop demands an equally bold backsplash and with the eye catching picket pattern this mosaic with reflective depth and dimension stands up to the task.
Or if you really want glass the honey colored subway would look good.
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.
Most likely you wont find the right one.
I think with a really busy granite you should go with a simple backsplash.
The neutral shades of both are easy to match with cabinetry furniture and appliances.
If you prefer the backsplash as the accent while the countertops take a backseat try adding color.
Blue flower keystone blend.
One of the most popular tile options for kitchen countertops is granite.
If you like pattern on your backsplash choose a solid color countertop.
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.
Besides remaining a highly durable and sturdy surface granite also gives your counters a beautiful appearance associated with luxury.
It comes in 9 different shades so it s easy to find one that works with most granites.
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.
I love the glass moda tile from julian tile.
If you have a busy countertop i m looking at you granite choose a solid color backsplash tile.
Generally travertine is available in cream beige tan and white which is perfect for earth tone spaces.
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.