What are Splashbacks?
A splashback is an architectural feature which is designed to be both ornamental and functional in areas where water is involved. The splashback protects the underlying wall from water damage, and also provides an easy to clean surface which helps people keep their homes more tidy. Many homes come with splashbacks of varying sizes, and it is also possible to create your own, as long as you are handy with grout. In addition to being used around water in places like sinks and bathtubs, splashbacks can also be used around oil and grease around the stove. They are typically made from tile, which may be glass, ceramic, or stone. The tiles are mounted to the underlying wall and then grouted, and a sealer may be applied, depending on the type of tiles and grout used. When materials splash up out of a work area, they hit the splashback rather than the wall, and this makes messes much easier to clean up. Around sinks and bathtubs, a splashback is a necessity. Water can cause serious damage to t
Added: (Wed Feb 11 2009) A splashback is used to cover the wall at the back of areas in the home that get wet or dirty a lot. A splashback is used to cover the wall at the back of areas in the home that get wet or dirty a lot. They are used in the laundry, kitchen and bathroom. Splashbacks are made of durable material that will survive many wet or greasy splashes and subsequent cleaning. Some splashbacks such as stone and granite products are really expensive, while others are cheaper. Some, such as mirrors and stainless steel, do the job of protecting the wall well, but require high maintenance. Brushed stainless steel is better than its shinier counterpart for this reason. Mirror will certainly keep you cleaning, but tends to open up a small space. Stone needs to be well sealed to prevent staining from grease and food penetration. If placing combustible splashback material near to a stove, it should be at least 200 mm away from the hotplates. Some splashbacks are really expensive, wh
