Backsplashes should not only be functional, but they can be a place to show off your style and add new life to a drab and boring kitchen. There are hundreds of exciting textures, colors and patterns to choose from in the world of mosaics; you may even feel overwhelmed when looking at all the options! Read on for great mosaic tile backsplash ideas.

It’s hard to go wrong with a tumbled stone tile backsplash. Start by first choosing the size of the tiles you want to work with. Search images on the web of rock and stone backsplash ideas to get an idea of ​​the difference your choice of size can make.

The second thing to consider is the type of stone. A safe bet is to stick to similar styles with different color variations. Choose no more than three different shades, all in the same color family, and no more than three different stone patterns. Stone patterns should also look similar. Don’t choose a marble to complement granite tiles unless you have an eye for this sort of thing.

Like all tiles, the choice of color really sets the mood for the art. If you choose colors that are very contrasting with each other, you will end up with a very striking and distracting piece. Alternatively, if you want to highlight a pattern in your tile, choosing a contrasting tile can draw attention to the uniform shape and feel of the pattern and not appear flashy at all.

Another great idea is to lay multiple tile sizes on the same piece. Not all tiles have to be a uniform shape and when you create a look with a mix of smaller and larger tiles, you can get really creative with the patterns you choose to create. You can try to outline the larger tiles with the smaller ones or create different rectangular shapes that delight the eye. You could try laying down mostly small tiles and supplementing with some larger tiles. The possibilities are endless when you start playing with a combination of big and small.

The latest idea infuses the look of patterned tiles with regular tiles to produce a strongly themed look for your kitchen or bathroom area. Choose one or two patterned pieces like a leaf and a grape. Play with the colors of each of the patterns and alternate them in different ways. Choose fewer colors for tiles with patterned tiles, as this can look too busy and noisy, unless that’s your thing. For more mosaic backsplash ideas, you can always scan the images section of the web.