Some features in your kitchen feel like a non-negotiable – your countertops, cabinets, and core appliances, for example. I always thought a backsplash belonged on that list, too, but the latest trend is to ditch this workhorse feature, and it's dividing opinions.
Your kitchen backsplash plays a key role functionally and aesthetically, especially behind a cooktop where food splatters, condensation, and everyday wear and tear are commonplace. But at the same time, you can understand why the sleek, minimal look of no backsplash appeals.
