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Types of Splashbacks to Choose From

Author: Wil Son
by Wil Son
Posted: Nov 25, 2014

Splashbacks are the demand of modular kitchens these days which protect the walls of your kitchen from getting splashes. Usually placed behind the gas cook tops, they are non flammable and resistant to water, giving an appealing looks and feels to the modular kitchens. As per the need they can be extended to the full length and can be obtainable as per the area and availability such as Splashbacks Melbourne and many more.

Some types of splashbacks are given below:

Laminate splashback

If the wall is flat and smooth then laminate splashback is the simplest yet effective option in which laminate sheet is attached with the wall. However, depending on the quality it can also be applied with the help of liquid nails on the area where the walls are not flat enough.

Tiled splashback

Tiled splashback is one of the traditional methods but it is still very effective when it comes to preventing the walls from splashes. However, the main problem with this option is that the tiles’ grout line may absorb the oil and grease giving a messy look after some point of time when not cared properly.

Aqua-tile splashback

Metallic finishes with multi coated polyurethane, aqua-tile splashbacks are in trend nowadays. They offers an ease in cutting and thus, simple to install. Moreover, they have smooth finishing somewhere like glass. As a result, they can be cleaned easily.

Stone splashback

Stone splashbacks are the perfect solution when bench top is of same color as that of splashback. Offering an amazing visual effect they can be cleaned with an ease. Also, they have no grout lines like in case of Tiled splashback. Thus, people prefer stone splashbacks rather than tiled ones.

Glass splashback

Painted with a color at the back side, glass splashbacks can be glued against the wall giving a uniform appearance. The electrical points have to be managed while installations thus, this splashback should be installed by professionals only. Moreover, it can be cleaned very easily every time.

Mirror splashback

In order to give attractive look to the kitchens, mirrors can also be used as splashbacks. Recommended specially for U shaped kitchens, it is also a better idea having a reflection than a wall. However, it mirror splashbacks are not meant for every other kitchen.

Zenolite

Highly polished acrylic sheet, zenolite splashbacks are easy to fit and does not require professionals only. Moreover, available in different colors, it can be cleaned using a diluted solution with a soft cloth when it comes to cleaning.

So, if you are planning to install splashbacks then you can choose any from the above mentioned and make your kitchen more attractive and beautiful.

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I am a prolific writer and writes under several pen names on a wide variety of subjects. I write extensively on health, business, technology, legal issue, fashion and lifestyle. My interests are Photography, Writing and Net Surfing.

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