Watching the latest design shows, you might believe that tile is the only backsplash option for your kitchen. Here are eight awesome backsplash materials that break the tile mold.

Metals such as copper and stainless steel are other options. In a kitchen that Open Studio Collective designed in Portland, a shiny copper backsplash is intended to develop a patina over time.

Choose distinctive tile. ... Ore., a shiny copper backsplash is intended to develop a patina over time. “Our client wanted to do something different,” Bryan said.

“That handmade tile gives a so A copper backsplash designed by Open Studio Collective. Photo: Kaitlin Green/©2025 The New York Times Company fter appearance,” Jess said.

COPPER. Add a little shine into your cooking space with a copper kitchen backsplash. When exposed to moisture, natural copper will develop a green-ish patina over time, which can look beautiful to ...

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If you want your backsplash to stand out, tile can add a distinctive texture, finish or pattern. ... Ore., a shiny copper backsplash is intended to develop a patina over time.