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Lilith Hudson

Should I tile my entire kitchen wall? Design experts give their verdict on half vs full wall backsplashes

A kitchen with terracotta style tiles on the floor and white textured gloss tiles up the sink wall

Tiles are a much-loved component of kitchen designs, and for good reason. Take the backsplash for example; this practical tile paneling is the best way to protect your kitchen wall from water splashes and greasy food splatters. Why then do we only install them a few feet upwards at most? Well, according to designers, that's no longer the case.

Tiled kitchen walls are the latest design trend to pair style and functionality within the heart of the home. It's fair to say that compared to any other room, the kitchen should be built to withstand the most use. From steamy cooking and grease splatters to heavy foot traffic and high temperatures, durable materials should always be at the forefront of design decisions in this space. 

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