35 Kitchen Backsplash Ideas That Go Perfectly With White Cabinets (2024)

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  White Painted Shiplap

  

  Pair white Shaker cabinetry with a painted white vertical shiplap backsplash for a low-contrast look that works well in modern farmhouse interior. Marie Flanigan Interiors complemented the white cabinetry and walls with brown countertops and brick tile floors to create a traditional feel in this airy kitchen pantry.
  

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  Patterned Tiles

  

  Choose a patterned tile backsplash with a subtle geometrical pattern to create variation against all-white cabinetry while retaining a light neutral feel. Michelle Berwick Design paired white cabinetry with black and rose gold and copper accents in this spacious modern kitchen.

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  Colorful Patterned Tiles

  

  Blue is a crowd-pleasing color that pairs well with white. Erin Williamson Design paired white cabinets with silver hardware and a vibrant and playful patterned tile backsplash in shades of blue that energizes the bright space.

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  Gothic Cross Tile

  

  When renovating an older home, incorporate finishes with an antique feel to create a modern mix that honors the history of the space. Tyler Karu Design + Interiors chose Gothic cross tile that complements white cabinetry finished with black pulls and knobs to create a cohesive look. A dramatic black-and-white stone countertop bridges the upper and lower half of the wall, and bright brass reproduction antique plumbing fixtures add bright metallic warmth.

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  Solid Black

  

  Mixing white cabinets with a solid black backsplash adds depth to this Newport, RI, beach house kitchen from Desiree Burns Interiors. Oversized black pendant lights and black countertops help to balance the mix of solid and glass-front painted white cabinetry.

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  Multicolored Mosaic

  

  Pair simple white cabinetry with a custom backsplash to personalize your kitchen. Erin Williamson Design designed a multi-colored graphic backsplash that is a focal point for this open-plan kitchen that is visible from the living room and doubles as wall decor.

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  Handmade Tile Backsplash

  

  Pair flat-front modern white cabinets with a handmade tile backsplash to add texture to your kitchen. Desiree Burns Interiors kept it neutral with handmade tile in shades of off-white. Black accents and a rustic exposed wood ceiling add balance.

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  Penny Tiles

  

  A classic white penny tile backsplash will never go out of style (and works just as well in a bathroom). This small apartment kitchen from Desiree Burns Interiors features a white penny tile backsplash with white grout that adds subtle texture against simple white cabinets finished with rose-gold hardware.

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  Peel-and-Stick Wallpaper

  

  If you're a renter who wants to add some color and pattern to your plain white kitchen, consider a peel-and-stick wallpaper (or tile) backsplash. A Beautiful Mess chose a cheerful pink pattern that creates an instant focal point and can be removed without damaging walls when it's time to move or change it up.

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  Geometric Shapes

  

  A streamlined geometric pattern in shades of black and white can add a graphic element that will add interest to a block of white cabinets. Britt Design Studio chose a soft geometric tile backsplash of elongated hexagons laid in a vertical pattern with dark grout.
  

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  Dramatic Stone

  

  A dramatic stone backsplash will redirect focus from plain white cabinetry to create an eye-catching focal point. The stormy gray-and-white backsplash in this beach house kitchen renovation from Hannah Tyler Designs creates a dramatic focal point in an otherwise neutral-toned open space that is warmed up with touches of wood.
  

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  Vertical Tile Stacks

  

  Add coastal style to a kitchen by mixing white cabinetry with deep blue backsplash tiles. Tyler Karu Design + Interiors stacked glossy vertical tiles in shades of blue in this coastal Maine kitchen that add contrast with the white cabinets and window trim.

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  Tin Tile Backsplash

  

  In a modern farmhouse kitchen, use vintage-style finishes to create interest and add texture to plain white cabinetry. My 100 Year Old Home tiled this Texas kitchen backsplash with vintage-style tin ceiling tiles with a weathered patina to complement the rustic shabby chic farmhouse aesthetic of the home.
  

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  Navy Blue Subway Tile

  

  Complement streamlined cabinetry in a midcentury modern kitchen with simple backsplash tiles stacked horizontally for a long and lean feel. Cathie Hong Interiors paired a matte navy tile backsplash with bright white cabinetry and wood and leather touches in this renovated midcentury modern home that helps to ground the high-ceilinged space.

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  Lightly Veined Quartz

  

  Select a white quartz marble-effect backsplash for a polished look that is easy to maintain. JLA Designs paired lightly veined stone with white cabinets finished with gold hardware in this sleek Manhattan apartment kitchen.
  

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  Textural Stacks

  

  Handmade vertical tile stacks add a textural 3D quality to a kitchen backsplash. House of Chais paired handmade white vertical stack tiles with a composite wood countertop, and added brass half moon pulls on the white cabinet doors to add interest.
  

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  Electric Orange Subway Tile

  

  Tiling your backsplash in a vivid shade of your choosing will add personality and energy to a modern kitchen outfitted with sleek white slab cabinetry. Interior designer Ghislaine Viñas electrified all-white kitchen cabinets with a vibrant orange subway tile backsplash that could just as easily be a bright shade of yellow, green, or any other color.
  

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  Herringbone Pattern Tile

  

  Pair white upper cabinets with a white subway tile backsplash in a herringbone pattern, then paint the base cabinets in a warm gray to ground the space beneath the countertops, like this serene space from Cathie Hong Interiors.

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  Mirror Finish

  

  A mirrored backsplash pairs well with modern flat-front cabinetry, bouncing around light and doubling views. Interior designer Maite Granda used a plain mirrored backsplash to complement glossy white cabinetry and black and silver fixtures in this cool-toned contemporary Florida kitchen. Choose a bronze mirror finish for a warmer effect.
  

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  White Subway Tile and Grout

  

  For a modern farmhouse feel, choose white subway tile finished with white grout to complement painted white cabinetry. Sissy + Marley Interiors finished upper and lower cabinets with silver-toned hardware for a cool and calming atmosphere, adding Danish modern lighting and painted wood spindle bar stools to add a Scandi-style feel.

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  Exposed Stone Wall

  

  White cabinets will modernize a backsplash of exposed brick or stone. Leanne Ford Interiors lightly whitewashed the original stone kitchen wall to create an organic feeling backsplash, skipping upper cabinetry and installing white cabinets with perforated doors to lighten things up.

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  Square White Tiles

  

  Square tiles have been making a comeback, challenging the reign of the subway tile backsplash in kitchens and bathrooms. Make them look current by pairing square white handmade tiles with light beige grout, and finishing simple white cabinetry with soft gold hardware, like this fresh and minimalist kitchen from Cathie Hong Interiors.

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  Glazed Tiles

  

  Pair white base cabinets with oversized glazed white tiles to create texture and interest in an all-white kitchen. Leanne Ford Interiors added open shelving on top, and styled the space with vintage pitchers, dried flowers, and framed art to create a timeless feel with a handmade quality.

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  Textured Tile

  

  Sleek flat-front white cabinetry and open shelving is paired with a textured tile backsplash in the same shade of white in this compact kitchen from Studio Peake, creating a cohesive backdrop for neat stacks of dishware, glassware, and cooking utensils.

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  Dark Grout Lines

  

  White subway tile with dark grout lines lends an industrial feel to modern kitchens that complements white cabinets. Leanne Ford Interiors ran this white subway tile backsplash around the window above the kitchen sink, butcher block open shelving and countertops, a vintage glass-front china cabinet, and simple cabinetry with old school silver-toned pulls.

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  Blackish Subway Tiles

  

  Jessica Nelson Design covered the walls of this modern black-and-white kitchen with grayish-black subway tiles that function as a backsplash, complementing black countertops and adding contrast with white painted cabinetry.
  

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  Zellige Tile

  

  Gleaming white zellige tile pairs well with white cabinets to add dimension to an all-white kitchen that can be accented with color as your mood changes. Leanne Ford Interiors used solid wood cabinets on the bottom and glass-front cabinets on the left wall of this U-shaped kitchen to lighten things up, and contrasted all the white with tomato red accents.

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  Black-and-White Tile

  

  A geometric black-and-white tile backsplash will energize a small kitchen outfitted with simple white cabinetry, like this eclectic London space from Emilie Fournet Interiors.

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  Neutral Patterned Tile

  

  Pair white cabinetry with patterned tile in a neutral shade to add interest to the kitchen backsplash without overwhelming. Calimia Home warmed up the white cabinets in this bright kitchen with wood accents and soft patterned tile in a washed out beige-toned hue that softens up the modern space.

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  Blue-Gray Stone Slab

  

  A grayish blue stone slab backsplash adds drama to a coastal kitchen. Tyler Karu Design + Interiors paired simple white cabinets with silver hardware and a heavily veined patterned stone backsplash for this coastal Maine kitchen that evokes the waves of a swirling sea.

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  White Subway Tiles

  

  Pair all-white cabinets with subway-tiled walls to create a seamless feel in a galley kitchen. Desiree Burns Interiors accented cabinetry with black cabinet pulls for definition, but used white grout on the backsplash for a cohesive look.
  

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  Whitewashed Brick

  

  A whitewashed brick backsplash creates texture against modern white cabinetry. Whittney Parkinson Design ran both the cabinets and the backsplash all the way up to the ceiling to maximize space. Rustic wood accents and bright metallic lighting adds warmth.

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  Hex Marble Tile

  

  Hexagonal marble tiles add elegance to a modern kitchen. House of Chais chose a hex marble backsplash to add texture to this L-shaped space that complements a white range hood, countertop, and creamy white base cabinets. Wood accents and hanging plants add warmth.

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  Earth-Toned Herringbone

  

  Pair high-gloss white cabinets with an earth-toned backsplash for a modern mix that balances cool and warm finishes. Kendall Wilkinson Design added contrast in this modern white kitchen with a herringbone tile backsplash in earthy shade of brown.

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  Medium Gray Tile

  

  Mix white cabinets with a gray tile backsplash to create a timeless neutral feel. Jessica Nelson Design warmed up this compact kitchen with gold-tone hardware and plumbing fixtures.