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12 kitchen and laundry splashbacks

Jason
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Splashbacks are practical additions to protect your walls from water damage, and can also add a touch of style and personality to a kitchen or laundry.

 

A popular and accessible D.I.Y. project, installing a new splashback is an inexpensive way to give your room a makeover. Get inspiration from splashback projects by Bunnings Workshop community members and let us know if you need a hand with your own.

 

1. Laundry reno with Kaboodle cabinets and benchtop by @theDIYedit 

 

A striking tiled splashback by first time D.I.Y. tilers gave a tired laundry a stunning new look. The project was the winner of best bathroom or laundry makeover in our search to find Australia's best D.I.Y. projects of 2022.

 

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2. D.I.Y. kitchen splashback using cladding by @homeinmelbourne 

 

Axon cladding, aluminium trim, waterproof sealant, and a lick of paint created a splashback that is easy to clean.

 

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3. Tiled laundry splashback by @diy_hausdesigns 


Experienced Bunnings Workshop member Rufaro used pre-mixed tile adhesive to install tiles around his laundry sink, protecting the wall.

 

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4. New subway tile kitchen splashback by @ProjectPete 


Pete installed new subway tiles to give his kitchen splashback a facelift and chose white grout to help make the space feel bigger.

 

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5. Kitchen renovation using Kaboodle and VJ panels by @leanne-jwo 

 

Community member Leanne used waterproof VJ panelling as a kitchen splashback and plain black glass behind the cooktop.

 

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6. Laundry renovation for more benchspace by @dinaandjake 


This popular laundry renovation included a mosaic tiled splashback. Dina and Jake hired an electric tile cutter from Bunnings for this project, making the process a lot easier.

 

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7. Laundry transformation by @ProjectPete 


While updating his laundry with new fittings and extra storage, Pete installed a new wall-to-wall splashback using subway tiles cut using an angle grinder.

 

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8. Heritage laundry makeover using Kaboodle cabinetry by @andredl 

 

Pressed copper was used as a splashback for this large heritage laundry in an 1885 era home. 

 

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9. Farmhouse laundry renovation by @housetohome 


Workshop member Hayley used brick facings as a splashback to match her mudroom. She glued the facings onto blue board with Liquid Nails and then grouted using standard mortar mix.

 

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10. Kitchen splashback refresh with paint by @Trish2 


A paint refresh is a great way of modernising a dated splashback. Working with the “tiniest of budgets”, resourceful Workshop member Trish used an electric sander to dull the gloss on her tiles. Another low-cost transformation was achieved by @raceytrace in her kitchen splashback refresh using paint.

 

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11. Budget laundry renovation with tiled splashback by @frugalspacemakr 

 

A low-cost renovation turned a bare and broken laundry into a stylish and functional working space including penny tiles installed on sheets by first-time tilers.

 

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12. 80s kitchen budget renovation by @ProjectPete 

 

While getting his home ready for sale, Pete installed a new subway tile splashback in his kitchen for a modern look.

 

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How to tile a splashback

 

Whether you are selling your house or attempting a facelift, replacing the splashback can go a long way in making your home more functional and beautiful. Learn how with this step-by-step guide: How to tile a splashback.

 

Need more help?

 

The Bunnings Workshop community can assist with inspiration and advice for installing or refreshing your splashback. Please hit the Ask a question button if you need a hand. We’re here to help.

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