Are you a passionate cook and love to let off steam in the kitchen? But sometimes it's hard to prevent itBack wallor the side walls become dirty with splashes, which are then difficult to remove. In this article we give you some ideas for splash guards for stoves that protect the kitchen back wall, are quick and easy to clean and even add visual highlights to your kitchen.
Stove splash guard - traditional tile backsplash
A tile mirrorbehind the stoveCatches fat, water splashes and sauce residues and prevents the formation of mold caused by the water vapor. Kitchen tiles are available in a wide variety of looks and are considered relatively easy to clean, but because of their joints they can only be cleaned with great effort. If you choose this traditional stove splash guard, you will of course also have other options available to keep dirt away from the kitchen back wall.
Elegant and simple protection made of glass
If you want to achieve a modern look, there are a few other attractive options to choose from. If you have a gas stove in the kitchen and want to have very heat-resistant protection for the back wall behind the stove, a glass model might be a good solution for you. Toughened safety glass, also known as ESG glass, is used for the glass walls. Unfortunately, you cannot work on splash guards for glass stoves yourself.
Individually designed splash guardwithmotives
Larger glass panels must be drilled by the manufacturer. If you want to attach the ESG glass panels without drilling, you can also attach them to the wall using sturdy strips with clip systems. If you want to integrate an elegant and simple splash guard into your kitchen, transparent glass is the right solution for you. It only stands out because of its chic shine and hardly changes the furnishing style of your kitchen.
Transform the kitchen into an oasis of well-being
If you want to give your kitchen a fresh touch, you can use glass plates with motifs of your choice and visually enhance the room. The glass top with delicate flowers picks up the colors of the kitchen furniture and looks elegant. With a photo glass with individual and effective images, the kitchen back wall looks simply impressive thanks to the glass thickness and the elegant glass surface.
Glass splash guard for stovewithMirror effect
The dark wall color and sufficient light supply give this glass splash guard a mirror effect, which further enhances the look of the modern, straight-lined kitchen. You can also use real mirrors on the kitchen back wall and achieve a special look. However, any stain on the mirror surface will be visible, but can be made shiny again with window cleaner.
Plastic asSplash guarduse
If you are worried that normal glass will break, you can also cover the area behind the stove with plexiglass as a splash guard. Plexiglass is inexpensive, looks beautiful and is easy to install. The plastic splash guard can be cleaned with little effort and is long-lasting. Acrylic glass is also heat-resistant, shock-proof and impact-resistant. Installation is also easier because acrylic glass is lighter and more shatterproof than normal glass.
Acrylic glassin different versions
You should be careful when cleaning, as acrylic glass is sensitive to harsh cleaning agents and is not scratch-resistant. Plexiglass can also serve as wall decoration and give your kitchen a certain character. Are you a tea lover? Express your preferences and enjoy the next cup of aromatic hot drink.
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It's up to you whether you just cover the area directly behind the stove or the entire kitchen back wall with plastic. A square splash guard completely serves its purpose and can be a real eye-catcher in your kitchen. Whether you choose a kitchen theme, want to depict nature or depict something abstract, you will definitely find what you are looking for in the huge selection of motifs.
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With a colorful acrylic glass you have the opportunity to design the heart of your apartment individually and to set the wall apart from the others in color. This modern and chic kitchen looks fresh and upbeat thanks to the strong color.
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Another alternative is the stainless steel plate. It is particularly heat-resistant and robust and dirt can be removed quickly and easily with detergent and a sponge. If you want more shine on the wall, you can choose the high-gloss version, which looks timelessly valuable and elegant.
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Otherwise, the matt stainless steel plates are also a great alternative. You can also use splash guards for metal stoves made of brass, copper and zinc. The metal plates are very hygienic, but require good care because water drops and fingerprints leave marks on them.
Aluminum compositein an elegant marble look
A cost-effective alternative are aluminum composite panels, which can be attached to the tiles or wall using magnets or special adhesive tape without drilling. This type is very resilient and scratch-resistant. You can use commercially available cleaning agents for cleaning.
AbwaschbareWall paint for color accents
If you want to try out a “seamless” alternative to the classic tile backsplash for the wall behind your stove and at the same time want to highlight the wall in color, you can also use washable wall paint. The color palette of the washable paint offers shades for every taste and water and grease splashes simply roll down onto the surface.
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Wall paints are also very suitable for heavily used surfaces, such as the kitchen back wall, because of their durability. If you want additional protection for the wall surface behind your stove, you can seal it with a wallpaper protector, also known as elephant skin. You can also give your kitchen tiles a makeover by simply painting them.
Chalkboard paint asSplash guarduse for stove
How about painting the walls with chalkboard paint? This means that the wall behind your stove not only gets a decorative coat of paint, but can also be used as a practical note-taking area. Don't worry about choosing the color, table colors are not only available in black and green, but in many different shades. The kitchen back wall painted with chalkboard paint is washable, but additional protection is recommended for hot grease splashes.
Adhesive filmwith floral motifs
You can also cover the wall with splash protection film, especially if the surface behind the stove is smooth. The adhesive film is a great option if you want to attach splash guards for stoves without drilling. You can simply cut the film to the desired size and clean it with a damp cloth, but the adhesive film is not as robust as other materials because it is quite thin.
PersonalDesign the kitchen back wall
Adhesive films can also be printed with personal motifs and can be attached to the wall in no time. With such a beautiful landscape in front of your eyes, cooking will be fun even after a hard day at work and will transport you to breathtaking places.
FoldableSplash guard
If you want a backsplash that you only use as needed, you can get a folding or pull-out kitchen backsplash. The mobile splash guard elements are made of stainless steel or non-stick metal and are positioned around the cooking surface or cookware. Although this splash guard is not as diverse in design as the other materials, it looks simple and valuable and is very practical.
