To protect the kitchen backsplash without sacrificing aesthetics, a kitchen splash guard is the right solution. What advantages does it have and which variants are possible?
Kitchen work involves a lot of effort while preparing food. Food residues are often accidentally spread on work surfaces and the back wall of the kitchen, despite all precautions. The following guide makes it clear why the splash guard is a useful utensil in the kitchen. The diverse selection of materials offers the right solution for every type of kitchen. There is also the option of visually enhancing wall panels with murals. The environmentally friendly and sustainable material selection also ensures a high quality standard.
Protect and beautify the kitchen back wall
Tiles are the most commonly used wall coverings in kitchens and bathrooms. Using them is not the perfect solution. Why is that the case? Tiles are stable and insensitive to residue. A disadvantage appearsduring the cleaning process– the many joints. Due to the grooves, you have to work with more effort and stronger cleaning agents.
You have this disadvantage with oneSplash guard in the kitchennot. The surface there is completely even and can be cleaned without any difficulty. The material for the kitchen back wall is made from high-quality materials and can be adapted to the respective kitchen. The splash protection is available in the form of protective films, glass as well as acrylic glass and panels made of aluminum composite. Multi-part versions or protective walls up to a size of around 1.50 x 3.00 m can be individually configured, depending on the shape and size of the kitchen.
Different types of splashbacks
Protective films:
Films are suitable for additionally being stuck onto an existing kitchen back wall. The splash protection films are self-adhesive, can be cut individually and are suitable for smooth surfaces. With motifs from the areas of landscape and nature, plants, sea and wellness, the protective film gets an individual look. It is possible to design with your own motif images - just like with the other materials. Protective films with a thickness of around half a millimeter are the cheapest option for installing a splash guard for the kitchen or small kitchenettes.
Acrylic glass protection:
The kitchen back wall made of acrylic glass can be applied to existing tiles. Acrylic glass panels are up to 3.0 mm thick and are characterized by high scratch and impact resistance. A desired motif is attached to the back. Acrylic protective panels are particularly suitable for the work surface or the sink area. The material is not as heat-resistant as glass. For this reason it should not be used behind hobs.
Kitchen back wall with glass protection:
Glass wall panels are an elegant option for splash protection in the kitchen. Up to 6.0 mm thick, they are the most resistant protection. The glass is shatterproof and hardened, scratch and impact resistant. It is resistant to thermal stress and scores points in terms of surface structure and appearance.
Aluminum composite panels:
The splash guard for the kitchen made of aluminum composite is lightweight, non-deformable and highly stable. This is due to the composition: a polyethylene core is thermally bonded to two aluminum layers. You can have the front side, which faces the kitchen, printed with a motif of your choice.
Wall panels & Co. – enhancing the kitchen furnishings
The special advantages of having a splash guard in the kitchen at a glance:
- various (environmentally friendly) materials
- smooth surface structure
- perfect to clean
- scratch resistant
- heat resistant
- Decorative design with murals possible
- easy assembly
- visual enhancement of the space
In terms of color, the splash guard for the kitchen can be designed in many nuances. Basic tones, from simple pure white to yellow, blue and red, to pink, purple and turquoise, can be used. There are no limits to your own creativity.
Kitchen back wall & shower back wall – new look for old rooms
What applies to the kitchen back wall can also be useful for wet rooms. For example, an older shower back wall can be decorated and spruced up with protective films including murals. If you are planning to renovate, it is a good idea to install a protective film in shower cubicles. An uncomplicated selection and design with fresh motifs can be easily carried out with the help of an appropriate online configurator. Waterproof, easy to clean, customizable and easy to apply are features that characterize a protective film for the shower back wall. Maintaining the shower back wall is made easier; Water, contamination and cleaning agents roll off the protective films.
Wall pictures – ideas for design
To ensure that a splash guard for the kitchen stands out visually from the usual kitchen design, you can choose it with great motifs. This loosens up the room even more. Your own photo motifs are suitable for incorporating into the design process. On the siderueckwand24.com, a wide range of model variants are available for your own inspiration. At the same time, it is possible to design individual wall panels online according to your personal taste. There is a large selection of suitable protective devices with murals for a kitchen back wall.
Unique pieces for your kitchen and kitchen units
This shows that a splash guard for the kitchen is an optimal addition to your furnishings. In addition to protecting hobs and work surfaces from unwanted contamination, the beautifully designed wall panels offer you a great eye-catcher. Custom motifs incorporated into the splash guard enhance the visual perception and change the feeling of space for the better. With high-quality materials made of acrylic, aluminum or glass, the splash guard becomes a long-lasting utensil in the kitchen. You will receive a unique piece that is not available in standard kitchens.
