Guide

Marble backsplash. Kitchen and bathroom.

A backsplash protects the wall behind a sink or hob. In marble it is also the most visible stone in the room.

Height.

A low strip of 10 to 15 cm protects the wall. Running tiles to the cabinets or ceiling makes the stone a feature.

Behind a hob, oil and tomato splash. Seal well and wipe after cooking. Light stones show grease less than dark.

Behind a basin, matching tiles and basin in one stone gives a clean result.

Questions

Yes. It sees less acid and wear than a worktop.

Tiles cost less and are easier to install. A slab has no grout lines.

It can from oil. Seal it and wipe it after cooking.