Kitchen Splashback Tiling in Swansea
Daffodil Tiling are kitchen splashback specialists in Swansea. We tile kitchen splashbacks across Swansea and surrounding areas, including SA1 to SA9.
New kitchen going in, or replacing dated tiles behind the hob? We handle splashback tiling as a standalone job or as part of a broader kitchen renovation.
- Metro tile splashbacks: brick-lay and stacked patterns, wide colour range
- Zellige and handmade-look tiles: irregular glaze and texture for period kitchens
- Large-format porcelain slabs: seamless, grout-minimal finish for contemporary kitchens
- Full-height splashbacks: worktop to ceiling in utility rooms and range-cooker kitchens
- Grout colour selection: matched to units, worktops, and tile finish
Call 01792 949210 for a free kitchen splashback quote in Swansea.
Why Choose Daffodil Tiling
Splashback Specialists
We tile metro, Zellige, and large-format porcelain splashbacks across Swansea kitchens every week.
Fully Insured
Full public liability insurance on every kitchen splashback tiling job we carry out.
Local Swansea Tilers
Based in Swansea, covering SA1 to SA9 with no call-out fees or travel surcharges.
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Kitchen Splashback Options
Metro Tiles
Metro tiles are the most consistently popular splashback choice across Swansea kitchen renovations. The brick-lay pattern suits Victorian terraces in Uplands and Brynmill as well as contemporary open-plan kitchens in Sketty and Killay.
Bright white with dark grout creates a strong, high-contrast finish. Pale grey, sage, or navy with a matched or tonal grout reads more contemporary.
Metro tiles are available in standard 75x150mm, oversized 100x200mm, and subway 100x300mm formats. The format changes the visual weight of the splashback — oversized metro reads more substantial and suits larger kitchens.
Large-Format Porcelain Splashbacks
Large-format porcelain slabs (600x300mm or larger) suit modern kitchen fits where a seamless, grout-minimal look is the priority. Fewer grout lines mean less cleaning and a calmer visual.
Veined marble-effect porcelain in white, grey, and warm cream tones is particularly popular in Mumbles and Langland kitchens undergoing full renovation.
A large-format slab splashback requires more precise substrate preparation than metro tiling — the surface behind must be flat, rigid, and free from any movement. We assess suitability at the survey stage.
Zellige and Handmade-Look Tiles
Zellige tiles — glazed terracotta with a slightly irregular surface and subtle glaze variation — have become the splashback of choice in Swansea’s higher-specification kitchen renovations. Victorian terraces in Uplands and Brynmill with open-plan kitchen-diners take Zellige finishes particularly well.
True Zellige is handmade in Morocco and varies tile-to-tile in thickness and glaze colour. The adhesive bed needs adjustment tile by tile to maintain a level surface. We have experience working with Zellige where standard installation methods are insufficient.
Matching Splashback to Kitchen Floor
In kitchens with a strong visual theme — particularly open-plan ground floors in Sketty and Mumbles extensions — matching or coordinating splashback and floor tile creates a more resolved finish.
We advise on combinations that work together as part of the tiling consultation. Where floor and splashback are both in scope, see our kitchen tiling in Swansea service page for combined pricing.
Swansea Kitchen Splashback Contexts
Mumbles and Langland Renovations
Mumbles and Langland renovations typically involve full kitchen replacements rather than updates. High-specification new kitchens in these properties suit large-format porcelain slab splashbacks, full-height coverage behind range cookers, and Zellige feature panels above hobs.
The coastal setting also means coastal humidity. We use the correct moisture-resistant adhesive and backer where the substrate requires it.
Contemporary Kitchens in Sketty
Open-plan kitchen-diner extensions are common in 1930s and 1950s semis in Sketty. These properties typically suit a clean, minimal splashback approach — large-format porcelain with a thin grout joint or standard white metro with dark grout.
The splashback is usually kept relatively simple because the floor and worktop carry the visual work.
Period Terraces in Uplands and Brynmill
Period terraces going through kitchen overhauls benefit from character tiles — Zellige, handmade-look metro, and encaustic accent tiles. These properties often have bespoke fitted kitchens with painted units.
The splashback tile is expected to contribute personality rather than recede. See our wall tiling in Swansea page for more on decorative wall tile options.
What to Expect During a Splashback Tiling Job
1. Survey and Scope
We assess the area to be tiled, confirm socket and switch positions, and check the substrate behind the existing tiles or bare wall.
2. Substrate Preparation
Existing tiles may be removed or tiled over, depending on their condition and the new tile format. Where the existing surface is uneven or unsuitable, we prepare correctly before starting.
3. Setting Out
Before any tiles go down, we plan the layout — centring the pattern on the most visible section, accounting for sockets and switches, and confirming where cuts fall. This is especially important with geometric or handmade tiles.
4. Tiling
Adhesive and tiling in a standard kitchen splashback typically takes half a day to a full day. Larger areas, full-height coverage, or Zellige work take longer.
5. Grouting and Sealing
Grout colour is agreed before work starts. We apply silicone joints at the worktop-tile junction and at any internal corners to accommodate movement.
Kitchen Splashback Tiling Costs in Swansea
Prices below are estimates only. Every property is different. Call 01792 949210 for a precise quote.
Standard Splashback (2–4m²)
Metro or porcelain splashbacks in the standard 2–4m² range run from £150–£350 in labour. This covers the most common splashback zone between worktop and wall units.
Large-Format or Handmade Tiles
Large-format porcelain slabs cost £200–£400 for the same area due to more complex cutting and bedding. Zellige or handmade tiles run from £250–£450 due to the tile-by-tile adjustment required.
Full-Height Splashbacks
Full-height splashbacks (4–8m²) covering worktop to ceiling run from £300–£600 in labour, excluding materials. Floor and splashback combined jobs run from £500–£900 — see our kitchen tiling page for combined pricing.
Materials (tiles, adhesive, grout, silicone) are additional. A metro tile splashback is one of the most cost-effective kitchen improvements — material costs are modest and the visual impact is significant.
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