backsplash
noun
back·splash
ˈbak-ˌsplash 
: a vertical surface (as of tiles) designed to protect the wall behind a stove or countertop
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The unit has two bedrooms, floor-to-ceiling windows, wide-plank hardwood floors and a custom kitchen with quartz countertops, a tile backsplash and Bosch panel appliances.
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Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2026
Squeeze a drop of shampoo onto a damp cloth or towel to wipe away greasy cooking debris from whatever surface was hit, including the counter, stovetop, or backsplash.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2026
The remodeled kitchen is the heart of the home, showcasing quartz countertops, a tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 14 Feb. 2026
Low Commitment For those looking to dip their toe into a new color trend, Kelly advises painting a vanity, using a new tile in a niche or backsplash, or simply playing with color through accessories and textiles.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2026
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Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2026
Squeeze a drop of shampoo onto a damp cloth or towel to wipe away greasy cooking debris from whatever surface was hit, including the counter, stovetop, or backsplash.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2026
The remodeled kitchen is the heart of the home, showcasing quartz countertops, a tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 14 Feb. 2026
Low Commitment For those looking to dip their toe into a new color trend, Kelly advises painting a vanity, using a new tile in a niche or backsplash, or simply playing with color through accessories and textiles.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2026
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“Backsplash.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/backsplash. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.
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