A new tile countertop looks great and can boost your home's value. Here's what to know, from prep to cutting tile, grouting, and sealing. The post Installing a Tile Countertop and Backsplash, Step ...

"We're doing a lot of solid slabs that go from that counter right up the backsplash, up to cabinet. It's beautiful and clean. There's no grout lines at all, so it's seamless," Jonathan told us.

Solid surface + classic subway tile: Keep the focus on the continuous slab backsplash behind your range and use tiles on the sides. Natural stone slab + wood accents: Add warmth with wooden ...

The typical backsplash—the wall area above the countertops and below the hanging cabinets—is 30 square feet, but this can range from 20 to 40 square feet on average.