Avoid these kitchen backsplash blunders!

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Planning to update yourkitchen backsplash tiles?

Unless youre trying to be extra bold, pick a shade that lands closer to your tile.

A kitchen sink with a beautiful pattern tiled backsplash with a chrome faucet, black granite countertops, and surrounded by blue and wood cabinets.

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When in doubt, our default is a classic subway tile, which is good for most spaces.

(Should these tiles cover the entire wall?!)

If you have uppercabinets, use them as your stopping point.

Stylish interior of modern kitchen

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If you dont have upper cabinets, line up your last tile with the end of the counter.

a white kitchen with silver appliances

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