Gcg architectes this atmospheric bathroom designed by gcg architectes in paris uses tiles from moroccan designer samir mazer for ateliers zelij to create a half wall wrap around backsplash.
Normal bathroom backsplash height.
Soft lighting from wall sconces creates ambient shadows and a pair of mismatched brass framed mirrors adds vintage charm.
You can also opt for a tile backsplash that suits your countertop well.
While the standard height is usually in the 15 to 20 inch range if you re on a budget the magic number is 6.
This full height backsplash uses approximately 30 square feet of tile which is quite a minimal amount of materials and cost in order to attain a much higher end look than using a 4 inch tall backsplash.
In most cases this will be a 4 inch high piece of stone from the slab you used for your countertop.
The countertop below is possibly 6 foot wide and the ceiling is maybe 8 foot tall.
The material for the backsplash is a personal aesthetic chosen for its durability and overall appearance.
When designer jaclyn peters was reimagining avid baker ashley illchuck s space she had good reason to scale down.
If you use 4 inch tiles you might do two rows to create an 8 inch backsplash for example.
The reason for the focus on tall decorative backsplashes in the bathroom is that they offer a convenient and fun way to add color texture and visual interest to what could otherwise be a rather boring room.
The material can also influence the height of the backsplash.
The standard height of a bathroom sink backsplash is 4 inches and many are much taller.