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Splashbacks 101 Kb
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Splashbacks
 Change the entire ‘look’ of your kitchen with a new splashback!
Above the benchtop and underneath the overhead cabinets is an area of exposed wall which requires a surface finish that can be easily cleaned and maintained for long lasting durability. The surface needs to be non flammable if used behind a cooktop and water resistant, as it may be adjacent to sinks and and basins.
The splashback acts as a protective coating to those high-wear areas in your house, so choosing the right material is important.
Splashbacks add to the aesthetic character of the look and feel of the kitchen, bathroom and laundry. It can either make a design statement or blend in with its surroundings.

The popular options for contemporary kitchen splashbacks include stainless steel, tiles,
glass, acrylic solid surface and now as a more economical choice, Zenolite.
To help you choose your new splashback, a comparative chart has been developed. This lists the strengths and weaknesses of the most popular splashback materials available.
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| Splashback Material |
Strengths
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Weaknesses
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| Glass |
Colour choices – any colour can be chosen to match or complement paint colour
Easy to clean
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More expensive that other options
Difficult to change
Requires a qualified glass cutter to install
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Stainless Steel
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Durable
Hard Warning
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Expensive
Marks easily – fingerprints
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| Tiles |
A large choice of colours and patterns
Can be economical with selection
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More difficult to clean with the grout
Difficult to change
Price variations
Labour intensive to install |
| Zenolite |
Easy to install as lightweight
High gloss glass like appearance
Very economical in comparison to alternatives
Easy to clean
Fully recyclable
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Requires a stainless steel insert if installed within
300mm of a cooktop
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| Solid Acrylic
Surface (HI-MACS) |
Seamless joins from benchtop to splashbacks
Easy to clean
100% waterproof
Durable
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Expensive
Requires qualified fabricator to install |
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