39 Farmhouse Kitchen Backsplash Ideas We Love That Aren't Just Subway Tile (2024)

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  Vertical White 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 add a traditional note in this kitchen pantry.
  

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  White Shiplap Backsplash

  

  Integrate your farmhouse kitchen backsplash with the rest of your walls by using traditional horizontal white shiplap. Liz Marie Blog covered the walls and oven hood in the same finish for a cohesive feel in this all-white modern farmhouse kitchen.

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  Beadboard Backsplash

  

  Beadboard will add an authentic feel to a renovated farmhouse kitchen. Leanne Ford Interiors treated the backsplash around the sink like extra-tall wainscoting to add character to the all-white space. A simple marble countertop, farmhouse sink, and natural wood cabinetry completes the minimalist feel.

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  Patterned Tile Backsplash

  

  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.

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  Square Zellige Tile

  

  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.

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  Dark Stained Wood

  

  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.
  

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  Tin Tile Backsplash

  

  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.
  

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  White Brick Backsplash

  

  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.

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  Aged Brick Backsplash Wall

  

  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.

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  Diagonal Wood Backsplash

  

  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.

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  Tile + Board and Batten

  

  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.

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  Marble + Shiplap Backsplash

  

  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.
  

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  Vertical Natural Shiplap

  

  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.
  

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  Shiplap + Stone Backsplash

  

  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.
  

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  Two-Tone Shiplap + Tile

  

  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.

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  Shiplap + Floating Shelves

  

  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.
  

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  Quartz + Shiplap Backsplash

  

  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.
  

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  Taupe Shiplap + Brass

  

  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.
  

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  Marble + Mirror

  

  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.

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  If the look of plain mirror is too stark for you, consider a bronze mirror backsplash that will add warmth and shine.

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  See Also

  52 Farmhouse Kitchens You'll Want to Cook In All the Time

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  Low Marble Backsplash

  

  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.

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  Glazed Zellige Tiles

  

  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.

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  Slab Stone Backsplash

  

  If your sink is positioned in front of a low window, add a short backsplash in the same stone as the counters and use a larger slab of the same material to create a backsplash over the range top, like this farmhouse space from Marie Flanigan Interiors.

  The dark stone adds contrast with white walls and rustic details like decorative ceiling beams and a row of shiny copper pots hanging in the window above the kitchen sink.
  

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  Textured Tile Backsplash

  

  Textured tile in a matte finish the same color as the wall will add subtle character to a farmhouse kitchen. In this cottage farmhouse space,deVOL Kitchens paired textured cream tiles with painted beadboard and contrasted it with reclaimed wood trim for a timeless feel.

  Pink stone countertops, lace curtains, patterned china, and bright brass fixtures add charm.

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  Elongated Marble Hex Tiles

  

  Elongated marble hex tiles will add subtle pattern and texture to a farmhouse kitchen decorated with white cabinetry, dark woods, and gold-toned accents, like this traditional space from Britt Design Studio.

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  White Quartz Backsplash

  

  Avoid grout lines with a slab backsplash that is easy to clean and maintain. Mary Patton Design chose a white quartz with subtle veining in this traditional farmhouse-style kitchen, carrying the same stone onto the countertops and island for a seamless look.

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  Industrial Farmhouse Backsplash

  

  Give your modern kitchen an industrial farmhouse feel by mixing black and white finishes. Desiree Burns Interiors defined space in this high-ceilinged space with a dark stone backsplash that is carried onto the countertops and peninsula with a vertical white shiplap base.

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  Vintage Sink Backsplash

  

  Choose a vintage sink with a built-in backsplash for an authentic farmhouse look. Leanne Ford Interiors paired a vintage sink with a beadboard and tile wall backsplash for an authentic feel.The sink fits just beneath the window, making it look like it's always been there.

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  Gray Marble Backsplash

  

  A simple slab of gray marble that mirrors the countertop pairs well with pearl gray Shaker cabinets and half-moon door pulls. Leanne Ford Interiors added a farmhouse sink and vintage-style silver plumbing fixtures to complete the look.

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  Glazed Subway Tiles

  

  A glazed finish will give subway tile a slightly weathered look that works well in farmhouse interiors. Becca Interiors paired a glazed off-white subway tile backsplash with marble countertops and light beige to give this farmhouse kitchen a lived-in feel.

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  Colorful Subway Tile

  

  Use a tinted subway tile backsplash to add a hint of color to a farmhouse kitchen. Emily Henderson Design installed a pale blue subway tile backsplash around the windows in this large farmhouse kitchen that adds character to the space.The blue is soft enough to almost read like a neutral, and pairs nicely with natural wood trim and white countertops.

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  Window Backsplash

  

  Skip the backsplash in favor of countertop-to-ceiling windows for a luxurious modern farmhouse feel. Kate Marker Interiors installed a wall of windows above the marble sink and countertops in this farmhouse kitchen with a wide-open view to the outdoors.

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  Large-Scale Tile Backsplash

  

  Create a tonal look in a small kitchen with shades of green. In this L-shaped space from deVOL Kitchens, large-scale subway tiles in glossy green tones are pared with forest green base cabinetry and mint green paint on the walls and ceiling for an enveloping feel.

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  Stone Wall Backsplash

  

  Add rustic charm to a farmhouse kitchen by swapping a backsplash for a stone wall. Whether this means an exposed wall of original stone or a decorative stone veneer depends on your space.

  This modern farmhouse kitchen from Kate Marker Interiors includes stone walls and decorative wood beams that add patina to modern cabinetry and finishes.

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  Industrial Farmhouse

  

  White subway tile with black grout will add an industrial farmhouse feel to your kitchen. Leanne Ford Interiors paired subway tile with warm wood and painted wood paneling in this sunny kitchen. The exposed ceiling is whitewashed, too, and a vintage island adds character.

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  Oversized Glazed Tile

  

  Oversized glazed tile will add texture to a farmhouse kitchen. Leanne Ford Interiors chose large-scale tiles with a milky white finish to add variation to the all-white finishes in this small L-shaped kitchen. Dried flowers, vintage china, and gold accents add warmth.

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  All-White Subway Tile

  

  White subway tile with white grout will blend in with white walls in a modern farmhouse kitchen. Jessica Nelson Design paired a white subway tile backsplash with light taupe cabinetry and a natural wood farmhouse table-style island in this kitchen for a streamlined look.

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  Limestone Backsplash

  

  A full wall of limestone adds texture to a neutral kitchen. In this spacious lake house kitchen from Marie Flanigan Interiors, the neutral matte stone adds character to the modern kitchen that mixes in rustic farmhouse elements like decorative wood beams and natural wood cabinetry.

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  Marble Subway Tile

  

  Marble subway tiles will add a classic feel to a modern farmhouse kitchen. Britt Design Studio paired a marble subway tile backsplash with countertops in the same white and light gray tones for a complementary look.

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  Brick and Marble Backsplash

  

  Mix old and new finishes to add character to a farmhouse kitchen. Jessica Nelson Design layered a marble backsplash over an exposed brick chimney wall in this bright farmhouse kitchen renovation.