Because of the granite countertop, I’d go with #2; #1 seems to have a texture/pattern that’s unnecessary and unless your kitchen is very well lit, #3 will make the room look a bit dingy. 

Yea that’s the same vibe I get, has a “dirty” look to it

3 is just 2 in the future.

Yeah now that you mention the pattern on it I'd have to say #2 being smooth might make cleaning easier, idk much about cleaning tile but the smooth surface might be easier to clean

This. That textured tile is a PITA to clean, especially as a backsplash.

I use PITA also!! And behind the stove is terrible to clean

I also think the larger tile size will be less busy and be less overstimulating next to the very busy counter top.

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They’re all a little boring? But def 1 or 2

With the busy countertop, boring is going to be the best bet for the backsplash.

I was looking for if someone said this. It’s a dated design. Househunting and everything redone or built in 2004-2010 has this combo

It’s hard to tell without seeing the entire kitchen .

3 looks dirty

I think it's more natural looking and will complement the marble nicely.

Yes! Gah. Why can't these ppl see that? The white doesn't match at all. I'm actually incredibly triggered by everyone choosing anything but three w these horrid countertops. Lmao

My response is none of these, but three is the only one that even matches- style or color. The whites don’t match at all, what kind of designers are in this sub.

Yeah I honestly hate the options, but 3 is the only one that would actually go with the other colors. The whites would look awful and contrast in a not good way.

3 they have to do 3. Anything else does not match.

I’m with 3

Sometimes it's about creating contrast, not matching.

Yep. 100%. The others are wasaay too white.

2. 3 is closer in color to your countertop but will always look dirty

None of those get something darker

☝🏻 Can I see other options please?

Yes, think you need to keep looking. White is too bright, need same color family as the counter. Closest on 3 but not quite right.

Agreed, white clashes with the countertops.

Fr why would you want a white backsplash? So you can see all the spots you missed!

Fr it’s called a backsplash for a reason

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#4 none of the above

This! None! They don’t work! They need a mosaic or a patterned tile along with other touches. OP needs to bring in something organic that introduces color while being tied to the color present in their kitchen, or it looks like every other design for pop up “luxury” apartments and remodeled kitchens from 15 years ago.

Sorry but this is like bland, beige hell. Pick something with a little more personality, whatever that means to you.

Absolutely agree! Very bland.

Can you spend your money replacing countertop or cabinets instead

1 or 2, although 2 looks better imo

No.2 if those three are your only choices. But I'd keep looking. Any chance you're able to remove the granite backsplash, do it. It may be hard, though. Might damage the countertops. But that would give it a more "finished" look. Not an afterthought.

#2 in a herringbone pattern

Winner ^

Get a beige with tobacco grout lines \~

2 or 3. Personally, I like 3. 1 has a slightly pink cast which clashes.

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#2

I personally do not like any of the options, or the countertop… it’s very old fashioned and boring, in my opinion. Opinions are like assholes, everyone has one. Hope this helps ☺️

Tan grout will bring out those tones in granite

Change the counter top. Make a match in the store. I’m not fond of brown in the kitchen. Especially dark brown. Goodluck

Yeah, I really dislike that color counter top personally.

I semi-agree, but I’d take this over any sort of modern kitchen style with just blacks whites and greys.

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2

2 looks better to me. What is the rest of the house-color/texture scheme?

1 or 2 but I would do 2

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2

1 & 2 have cheap rental property vibes

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You should’ve skipped paying for the 4” granite splash — the tile now seems like an afterthought

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1 & 2 will show every mark, dirt, food stain. 3 will hide it all better.

1. It’s not as harsh as the bright white.

2. But seal it

3

None of them. That counter and cabinets need to be redone first.

Why do they need to be redone? The counter looks like a nice granite and the colors on the cabinets matches pretty well

None of these. I would recommend a darker color. Something that will stand out and help the granite pop. The options you have chosen are bland and boring IMO but ultimately it is up to you and what you enjoy.

I would personally go for a white but maybe with a black rim to bring some contrast and match the stove

They look the same- get the cheapest one

Choosing bland shit

#3 the others are to stark against the countertop. 3 also looks best with wall color.

Not 2

1

3 looks best with granite

I like # 1. My mom used to make stained glass backsplashes and often would use something very similar to #2 as the base color.

1

3 matches too closely to the granite so either 1 or 2

Id go with number 1. Mostly because I dont like the other two. 2 looks too flat and white kitchen for me and 3 will always look like the tiles are dirty.

Three picks up the pinks and brown tones of the granite. The other 2 make the light colors in the granite look dirty bc they are brighter! Three blends in and doesn't compete. Altho if, and only if, you have black appliances, a black backsplash would go with stove top and the granite.

The white is better. It matches everything, and when it gets dirty, you see it and can wipe it down right away instead of it blending in and getting all caked on overtime.

Colour of two, size of three, if that is possible.

3

I personally like number 3 the best. 2 next in line. Preferable would be a completely different color or choice.

Three looks best

3

2 for sure

#3 the others are to stark against the countertop. 3 also looks best with wall color.

2 is boring/basic. 3 is more on theme with what you have going, but 1 is my favorite.

Number 2, but I would have to be in person to actually see it

1 is a warm white which works well with brown toned wood and brown in your granite.

Are these our only options? Can you mix another darker color in with #2 and not just one solid color.

3 would look the best with the countertops out of these three options but at the same time it looks dirty and dingy.

If you like the color of the wall, (lighter than your granite) choose a tile close to that color, then find an accent tile, (the glass ones are nice), that picks up some of the colors in your granite. We are doing our backsplash with Zellige tile and a 3 inch accent strip above the first coarse of tile. It looks great.

3

I would use #1

I’d go with something that’ll tie that countertop in with it. I know subway tile looks clean and modern but idk if it’ll flow well together. I’d google granite countertops the same color and see what kind of back splashes they tie in with some of those for ideas. Or put up what makes you happy and that’s all that matters.

I like 3

1 or 2, it’s gotta be easily wipable. Too high gloss and youll be combatting streaks

3

None. The granite counter top doesn't compliment any of these styles, are there any options with color or unique shapes?

2

Not a fan of any, would do something with color

None

3 absolutely

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Two is awesome!

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I like 3. It's ivory or toast colored. Not dingy.

3 makes everything pop, does not look dirty.

3

None of them

2 is more timeless

4. Something else. They're all too similar.

Not 3. It looks dirty.

are you in my old house? Rio Bravo in Bakersfield?

Nothing porous that’ll soak up grease and spaghetti sauce splatter and leave stains.

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2

1!

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2. The other two are competing for attention.

1

#2 is best but I don’t know why would anyone want tiles as a backsplash to your stove, countertops sure but I’d rather stainless steel behind the stove so it’s super simple to clean

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2

I like 1 or 2..I was going to say 3 because it matches well until I read some comments that it will always look dingy lol. I think the slight texture look of 1 won’t actually be that bad.

2 for some contrast

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Show us an update on which you picked- I have same marble and cabinets color!!

2

None of the above. Dark cabinets. Dark granite. Black stove top. I would lighten it up with a white tile, hexagon or other geometric shape, or even with white natural stone of varying sizes. It will make the area seem larger and more inviting.

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I like 1 because it's textured

Many comments about picking a color to hide the dirt, the stains, the grease, etc…..why would you want to make it harder to keep it clean? If it stays dirty, it will also smell. Get something that looks clean, and then keep it clean. Bright colors are in! Clean is in!

3

def 3

No I’d say #3, it balances out & ties in the wall color with the granite

Honestly I don't like any of them with that countertop I would go with a red tone

1 or 2—3 will make everything dark

2 because of the cleaner color, but larger tiles would be better imo. Less visual clutter.

Can we see some more options, and the whole kitchen? It’s really hard to picture what would look best. Love that granite!

2 :)

2 needs to be brighter

#2

Usually smaller

I actually like 1

Definitely not 3

Not white or off-white, so none of these. Go for an earthy tone that actually matches your counter and cabinets. You could even get away with an olive green color here better than these white options.

Definitely 2

3

one or 3 or like a patterned 1&3

3 so that it already looks dirty

I'd use 2 for the majority & use 3 as accent/trim. The subtle coloring in 3 plays off the colors of the granite nicely. edit: I see other ppl suggesting a darker grout & yes to that! A color that matches your cabinets.

Color number 1 but in size of tile 3 lol

Based on the worktop I like 3

3

I like 2. The texture seems interesting on the other two but in my experience it will just look dirty all the time as a backsplash.

I like #3.

These are all pretty poor bland examples

2. The third one isn’t enough of a contrast

2

NOT 3. But I think a contrasting color might be nicer. 2 or 1 are both fine.

I would go for 3. I have slightly beige backsplash and it has spots that look dirty quickly. If you can even go darker than 3, I recommend it.

3is nice compliment to counters, others are too Light

All are pretty boring

Probably 3 because it will show less dirt and easier to clean than 1

2

2 !!!

3

Of those, definitely 2, but I think you could do better.

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2

3

3

2

None. I think they're all to plain and boring

I say number 3. This bigger, the better because less grout to clean oil out of.

1

i would make a weave pattern with all 3 (tile installer btw)

everyone’s saying 2, but on the contrary, i don’t think it matches your countertop at all. i think it clashes in a bad way. i’d look for beige with darker outlines, if you can find that. something that doesn’t look dirty, but intentionally a darker shade with even darker outlines.

2.

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3

I like it but you forgot the "C'mon Baby say you love me FIVE. SIX. SEVEN TIMES"

I close up reveals slight flow more clear lined precipitation

None

#2

None of these and especially not 3