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July 24, 2026

18 Kitchen Backsplash Ideas That Go Right Over Old Tile!

DIY SUBWAY TILE BACKSPLASH

Paint is one of the cheapest decorating materials you can use to redo a backsplash. ‘Two Feet First’ shows us how to do a $30 faux subway tile backsplash with paint! This is a great option for those of us who have that short little excuse for a backsplash which is really just an extension of our countertop. They show you how to remove your laminate backsplash like they did, but according to them, you can just paint right over it too!DIY Subway tile backsplash applied over old tile

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Accent Tile Backsplash

If you already have a tile backsplash that is in good shape, and you just hate the color or pattern, then learn how to paint a tile backsplash from ‘A Beautiful Mess‘.

Teal backsplash with white cabinets

Budget DIY Kitchen Backsplash Ideas

We get it – you don’t have a lot of cash to invest in your DIY backsplash project. That’s ok! Here are some super-affordable options that don’t compromise on quality or end product. You’ll love them!

Faux Tin Backsplash

Tin was once a very expensive building material, but now there are alternatives that give you the look without the price. The good thing about a metal backsplash is that it will hide tile and grout lines from the old backsplash, and can be adhered pretty easily with liquid nails or another adhesive. This is a PVC tile with an aluminum finish that you can purchase in large tiles, and then just attach to cover your old backsplash, from ‘Home Depot‘.

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