Quartz Countertops And Natural Stone Backsplashes Make A Perfect Pairing
August 20, 2024Good home design should balance aesthetics and functionality, creating stunning and useful spaces. A well-designed space is as pleasing to look at as it is to use, providing everything you need without sacrificing appearance. Combining materials like quartz countertops and natural stone backsplashes in your kitchen is an excellent way to achieve such a balance.
Quartz and natural stone, such as marble, are durable, offering moisture, heat, scratch, and stain resistance. They are a top choice for kitchen surfaces and offer many of the same benefits as other durable materials, such as porcelain slabs, quartzite countertops, or granite countertops.
Yet, while they’re ideal for their practicality and remarkable durability, these materials genuinely sparkle in the looks department. From bold veining patterns to eye-catching mosaics, these materials are the perfect pick for creating a an attractive and functional kitchen.
Captivating Combinations to Consider for Your Home
Both quartz countertops and natural stone backsplashes are available in a diverse range of colors, patterns, and finishes. Mix and match the two to craft a space that matches your aesthetic preference, and don’t be afraid to get creative. To explore different combinations and see how they’ll look in your own home, try out the MSI online Kitchen Visualizer Tool. Experiment with various looks and create the kitchen of your dreams!
Here are a few marvelous pairings to consider:
Snow White™ Quartz and Retro Fretwork Polished Marble
This combination is an eye-catching blend of light and dark, complete with rich wood tones and vibrant whites. The Retro Fretwork Polished Marble Tile, pictured as the backsplash, commands attention, adding a striking element teeming with sharp contrasts of black and white. The cool whites of the Snow White™ Quartz and warm tones of the walnut cabinets balance the look, complementing the brilliant disparity of the geometric-styled backsplash.
Calacatta Delios™ Quartz and Athena Gold Geometrica Marble Tile
Open and airy, the pairing of Calacatta Delios™ Quartz and Athena Gold Geometrica Marble Tile is stunning. The quartz countertop’s cool white background and delicate web of bronze and gold veining, complete with our proprietary LumaLuxe® formulation, complement the tones of the backsplash.
Athena Gold Geometrica Marble Tile, with its honed finish, warm whites, mellow grays, and unassuming vein pattern arranged in various geometric shapes, adds a soft, welcoming air to the space. The vibrant white cabinets add to that airy feel, letting the subtle beauty of each surface shine in the space.
Calacatta Leon Gold™ Quartz and Athena Gold 4x12 Marble Tile
Modernity shines in this modern kitchen aesthetic, featuring Calacatta Leon Gold™ Quartz, Athena Gold 4x12 Marble Tiles, and rich green cabinets. The backsplash offers a layer of visual intrigue with its unassuming subway aesthetic and warm palette. The quartz countertops add to the look, boasting a wash of warm white beneath a blend of bold and soft veins of varying shades of taupe and rust. A burst of deep green, courtesy of the cabinets, accentuates the theme without going overboard.
Rolling Fog® Quartz and Carrara White 1x3 Herringbone Marble Tile
Cool classics shine in this space, courtesy of Rolling Fog® Quartz, with its brilliant polished finish, and Carrara White 1x3 Herringbone Marble Tile. The countertop features an enchanting blend of subdued grays, offset by creams and whites, enhanced with our proprietary LumeLuxe™ formulation, while the backsplash boasts cool whites and varying shades of gray, neatly arranged in a dramatic herringbone pattern. The deep navy tones of the cabinets continue the cool trend, complementing the range of grays, whites, and creams of the adjacent surfaces.
Statuary Classique™ Quartz and Blanco Dolomite Dotty Marble
Elegance meets modernity in this kitchen, featuring a blend of soft whites, gray accents, and midtone green blues. The Statuary Classique™ Quartz offers a sophisticated allure with its soft white backdrop and delicate pale gray and navy veins.
Where the countertops are simple and sophisticated, the Bianco Dolomite Dotty Tiles are eye-catching and fun, featuring white natural stone with gray accents, all arranged in a square dotty pattern. The muted green-blue cabinets add a pop of color, accenting the rest of the space without stealing the spotlight.
Elevate Your Home with the Inherent Beauty of Quartz and Natural Stone
Incorporating quartz and natural stone into your kitchen design is a sure way to balance aesthetics and functionality. With durability and alluring visual appeal, these materials can help you create a space that is equally pleasing and pragmatic. Whether you prefer bold contrasts or subtle elegance, the diverse range of colors and patterns available make it easy to find a combination that matches your preferences.
If you want to explore these perfectly paired materials or need help finding a match that works for your home, contact our team at MSI. Chat with our experts online now, visit a local MSI showroom, or contact an authorized MSI retailer near you.
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