Selecting the perfect farmhouse kitchen backsplash not only provides a crucial finishing touch but also simplifies cleaning and maintenance.
Whether your kitchen leans modern, rustic, or traditional within the farmhouse aesthetic, a wide array of materials like tile, shiplap, marble, brick, or stone are available to suit any budget.
You can choose a backsplash that beautifully complements or intentionally contrasts with your countertops, cabinets, and walls to achieve the specific look you envision.
Browse the following farmhouse kitchen backsplash examples to find inspiration for your renovation or refresh.
Subway Tiles Up To The Ceiling
The backsplash design should always be consistent with the size of the kitchen. When the kitchen is rather small, a backsplash positioned on the entire wall and up to the ceiling will create the illusion of openness.
The backsplash idea here helps the kitchen feel larger and airier with its scaling and color choice. The storage cabinets additionally help this visual perception.
The black color is used as an accent to make the overall décor more customized and contemporary.
Chevron Patterned Backsplash
This farmhouse kitchen décor features a monochromatic style achieved by the use of neutral colors.
Even though, every part of this farmhouse kitchen looks so personalized thanks to simple ornamenting such as the wood paneling on the wooden cabinets.
The backsplash covers the wall between the countertop and the upper cabinets.
The combination of a herringbone pattern and a simple horizontal alignment of the white glossy subway tiles makes pleasant-for-the-eye interest which perfectly fits the balanced farmhouse kitchen decor.
White Horizontal Shiplap And Black Accents
White horizontal shiplap creates a wonderful farmhouse background and an inviting overall atmosphere which is so important for the kitchen.
The wall panels are placed horizontally leaving small gaps between them which show a darker hue matching the black accent of the kitchen décor.
The grilled windows and the black light fixtures anchor the contrasting accent and balance the rustic shiplap and white cabinetry.
Bold Backsplash Idea
This eye-catching representation of a farmhouse kitchen décor is surely an idea not to miss.
The backsplash is made from beautiful cement black and white tiles adding a Moroccan touch to the interior. They combine with the luxurious countertop material and the wooden cooker hook.
The pattern and the color choice are very bold and only an airy kitchen can allow such backsplash incorporation.
Honeycomb Shape Tiles For Modern Farmhouse Kitchen Decor
This typical farmhouse kitchen combines multiple rustic décor elements. The natural wood flooring is continued by light-colored wooden cabinets with wainscoting.
The white marble countertops featuring grey fibers are complemented by original hexagon white tiles with grey grouting.
The pattern of this farmhouse kitchen backsplash lets the cabinets stand out and the vintage faucet stand out.
The honeycomb pattern is a good idea for adding a modern touch to the farmhouse interior without changing its inviting overall effect.
Beige Brick Backsplash
The beige brick backsplash idea here adds a warm touch to the bold granite countertop and black window frames.
It is complemented with open shelves and modern farmhouse kitchen cabinetry that help the new hue match the existing décor.
The addition of this brick-patterned backsplash balances the contrast of white and black.
Patterned Backsplash Idea
The pattern of this kitchen backsplash features fans in creamy color shades.
The fan pattern creates a layered visual interest which improves the depth of the space and also lets the focal points of the kitchen stand out.
The neutral color of the backsplash plays nicely with the inox appliances and white cabinetry to create together a warm interior.
Light Blue Brick Backsplash Idea
This is a sweet farmhouse kitchen idea featuring pale blue tiles as a backsplash.
They are positioned horizontally and finished with a white grout which pairs with the color of the surrounding kitchen elements.
The antique glass bottles placed on the windowsill above the backsplash complement it and enhance the whimsy nautical touch.
Patterned Tile Backsplash
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Patterned tile will add texture to a modern farmhouse kitchen backsplash.
Kate Marker Interiors chose a subtle pattern with pale green and pink tones that echo the green cabinetry and rose gold accents.
The tile fills the space between the countertops and ceiling to draw the eye upward and maintain the light and airy feel of the spacious kitchen.
Square Zellige Tile
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Handmade Moroccan zellige tile adds texture and character to a modern farmhouse kitchen.
Becca Interiors layered the soft gray glazed square tiles with neutral finishes in this farmhouse kitchen finished with simple Shaker cabinetry, silver-toned fixtures, and wood accents.
Dark Stained Wood
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A dark brown stain brings out the wood grain patterns in a vertical shiplap backsplash, which will add a rich and moody feel in a modern farmhouse kitchen.
Ashley Montgomery Design paired the dark shiplap paneling with dark stone countertops, chocolate brown base cabinets, and gold-toned accents in this warm and inviting space.
Tin Tile Backsplash
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Give your modern farmhouse kitchen an aged patina with a tin ceiling tile backsplash.
My 100 Year Old Home tiled this Texas farmhouse kitchen backsplash with tin ceiling tiles aged with white paint.
A decorative flower market sign complements the rustic shabby chic farmhouse aesthetic of the home.
White Brick Backsplash
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Design by Leanne Ford Interiors / Photo by Nicole Franzen
Painted white brick will give a traditional farmhouse kitchen a fresh feel.
Leanne Ford Interiors paired the brick with white window trim and flat-front cabinetry for a minimalist look in this light-flooded space.
Aged Brick Backsplash Wall
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Aged brick will give your farmhouse kitchen a timeless feel.
This space from deVOL Kitchens pairs a full accent wall of brick with aged copper countertops for a charming look that’s full of character.
Diagonal Wood Backsplash
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Natural wood paneling is a classic farmhouse backsplash material.
Add interest by laying boards at a diagonal and pairing them with black base cabinetry, open shelving, and a stone floor, like this rustic farmhouse kitchen from Ashley Montgomery Design.
Tile + Board and Batten
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Design by Leanne Ford Interiors / Photo by Alexandra Ribar
Pair a subway tile backsplash with board and batten walls for a modern farmhouse look.
Leanne Ford Interiors combined white subway tile with black grout and white board and batten walls in this modern farmhouse kitchen.
Butcher block countertops and open shelving styled with dishware and wildflowers gives the space a homey and inviting feel.
Marble + Shiplap Backsplash
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Mindy Gayer Design Co. / Photo by Vanessa Lentine
Layer marble or quartz over shiplap to create a mix of textures in a modern farmhouse kitchen.
Mindy Gayer Design Co. paired white shiplap with gray-and-white marble to create a textured backsplash that is paired with taupe base cabinets and black accents to give the space a timeless neutral look.
Vertical Natural Shiplap
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Choose an unpainted natural wood shiplap backsplash to add warmth and definition to an otherwise all-white kitchen or butler’s pantry, like this space from Marie Flanigan Interiors.
Install white open shelving on the natural shiplap wall to tie the painted white and natural wood finishes together.
Shiplap + Stone Backsplash
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Layer vertical shiplap with dark soapstone or slate to create a backsplash that matches the countertops, like this updated traditional kitchen from Whittney Parkinson Design.
Cutting the stone to fit your space and layering it over shiplap walls will add a custom look that will make your kitchen feel more elevated.
Two-Tone Shiplap + Tile
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Design by Leanne Ford Interiors / Photo by Alexandra Ribar
Customize your shiplap backsplash with paint for an affordable DIY makeover.
Create a modern feel in a farmhouse kitchen with two-tone shiplap in graphic black and white.
Leanne Ford Interiors added large-scale cross-shaped tiles over the range that acts as a splatter guard.
Shiplap + Floating Shelves
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A shiplap backsplash wall adds contrast with dark wood flooring, ceilings, and floating shelves in this farmhouse kitchen from Becca Interiors.
A floating stained wood shelf held up by wire and hooks adds storage space in front of the windows.
Quartz + Shiplap Backsplash
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Mix quartz countertops and a short matching backsplash with white shiplap walls for a modern twist on a farmhouse kitchen.
Ashley Montgomery Design added a narrow stone edge between the finishes for definition.
Taupe Shiplap + Brass
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Warm up a neutral kitchen by installing a taupe shiplap backsplash that is warmer than pure white.
Break up the backsplash with open shelving to maximize vertical space.
Ashley Montgomery Design added brass railings to keep items from tumbling off shelves, while a mix of brass and copper accents and a dark stone countertop adds contrast.
Marble + Mirror
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Add a mirror panel above a backsplash to bounce around light and create the illusion of a larger space by doubling views.
Marie Flanigan Interiors paired marble with a panel of mirror that reflects the rustic wood on the wall opposite in this spacious kitchen.
But this trick can work just as well in a smaller space
Low Marble Backsplash
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A low-profile marble backsplash in the same stone as the countertops will help protect the wall above and give your space a finished feel.
Jessica Nelson Design paired gray marble with beige shiplap in this airy farmhouse kitchen.
Glazed Zellige Tiles
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Mixing textures is an easy way to add interest to any space.
Marie Flanigan Interiors paired matte countertops and unfinished natural wood cabinets with a glazed zellige tile backsplash that adds dimension and a handcrafted feel.
Bold and Bright
Officine Gullo
Officine Gullo’s design of this farmstead-turned-luxury hospitality space, Tenuta Carleone in Radda, Italy, is honing all the vibes of its bucolic setting.
Patterned tiles create a stunning mosaic that is bordered by warm sunshine-yellow cabinetry with stainless steel appliances and polished chrome hardware.
With an abundance of natural light shining through the arched windows, the kitchen is a sun-splashed utopia.
Quartzite Backsplash
Tim Lenz
You’re going to see a lot of subway tile backsplashes in this roundup, primarily because they bear a classic shape, are easy to install, and bestow an understated kind of sophistication upon any kitchen space.
The cooking hub in this Pappas Miron–designed Greenwich Village apartment is made even more elevated through the addition of brown quartzite (versus the comparatively ubiquitous marble) countertops.
Chipped Charm
Jana Roach / Riad Tile
Designer Jana Roach can’t stop gushing about her four-inch Riad Snow zellige tile backsplash—and we can’t blame her when it looks this good. “I adore zellige tile,” she tells ELLE DECOR. “It transcends trends and decor styles.
It has the best texture, and the natural variation in color adds so much depth and character to my kitchen.” If you look closely, no tiles are exactly the same, with their individual pits, cracks, and chipped edges. For Roach, that adds to its charm.
“It gives my space a one-of-a-kind, handmade feel that perfectly complements my preference for old furniture and natural materials.”
Streamlined Style
Lindsey Drewes
Interior designer Madison Lussier had her work cut out for her before she renovated the kitchen in this Santa Barbara, California, home.
“Originally there was a very heavy-feeling hood with molding that had carved grapevines in it, and the cream crackle subway tile that’s in the rest of the kitchen was behind the range as well,” Lussier explains.
She replaced the hood with a much simpler look that matched the cabinetry and framed it all out in a more rustic wood. “I really love the way it turned out,” she adds. “I think it complements and draws attention to the stunning LaCanche range so much more than the original design.”
Checkered Backsplash
Annie Schlechter
In this large kitchen, design duo Jesse Carrier and Mara Miller kept the cabinet color neutral to soften the graphic, checkered zellige backsplash.
“We selected this hand-glazed, terra-cotta backsplash because it added visual interest and charm,” says Miller. “It’s playful yet historically appropriate to this 1920s Tudor.”
Aged Finishes
Delina Langridge
When selecting the tile for her kitchen renovation project, Farmer’s Daughter Interiors’ Kelsey Grose says these aged gray porcelain tiles caught her eye. “I loved the variation in this particular tile and that it could handle being installed all the way to the ceiling without feeling too boring or too busy,” she explains.
“A stacked layout brings a subtle midcentury feel to this farmhouse kitchen, and the rough-around-the-edges feel gave the room that extra bit of warmth I was looking for.”
Paired with her own shop’s light fixture, this wall adds a modern, almost urban touch to a rustic farmhouse-style space.
Penny for Your Wall
Mikkel Vang
Sometimes the best design ideas evolve from the smallest, most mundane items.
In this Manhattan crash pad, designer Ariel Ashe and architect Reinaldo Leandro had the idea to create a counter-to-ceiling backsplash made entirely of round white pennies.
“I was pretty nervous, because I really am not that into round things,” the client says, laughing. “But they were completely right.” The resulting look will make anyone second-guess the worth of a simple penny.