A bathtub backsplash is a part of the wall or all the walls by the tub covered with some material, and it used to be a very common feature in bathroom design and not it’s making a huge comeback. This is a great idea for many reasons: it’s a creative feature that helps to highlight the bathtub, make it stand out in the bathroom – it’s great for those who love having a bath. It also has some practical use: the covered wall or walls are protected from foam and water splashes, which is essential for such wall covers as wallpaper, wood and other not very water-resistant ones. Let’s have a look at some ideas to rock this unique decor feature in your space.

Bathtub Niches With Backsplashes

Some bathrooms feature comfortable niches for bathtubs or showers and making a backsplash in such a niche you usually cover all the three walls. Such a backsplash allows to protect the walls and maybe a window from splashes, and you can go for wallpaper or chalkboard over the tub. Clad the backsplash with matching tiles similar to those that are used in the whole space and clad the bathtub, too. Another idea is to rock something very bold and different, and you may also go for tiles only on the backsplash covering the rest of the walls with wood or something else. Try various contrasting materials for the backsplash, for example, marble, stone or even wood-looking tiles. a refined vintage bathroom niche is clad with marble and features a marble backsplash with sophisticated lines

a vintage space with a bathtub clad with marble and the walls around it clad with the same for a refined feel

a chic and romantic niche with a bathtub clad with grey marble tiles and a backsplash covered with them, too

a contemporary bathroom with a bathtub niche covered with green tiles that match dark green floors

a cozy and elegant bathroom niche done with grey tiles and a modern free-standing tub

a cozy natural bathtub nook with neutral wood on the tub and matching tiles on the backsplash

a white bathroom is accented with wood and the backsplash saves the window and makes the bathroom feel spacious

a white marble backsplash is a bold sophisticated touch to the bathroom decor

blue painted walls and grey marble tiles around the bathtub create a very peaceful look (via deeplysouthernhome)

large slate tiles used as a bathtub backsplash create a bold contrast to light-colored wood

a refined cutout bathtub backsplash done of white acryl makes the space amazing

Bathtubs With Backsplashes

In case you don’t have a niche, you needn’t cover much with your backsplash. Cover only one wall, by which your bathtub is standing, and don’t make it too large – just for splashes. The idea is actually the same: you may go for matching or contrasting looks with your backsplash, marble, tiles and stone can be super different or the same as on the floor, for example, this way you’ll make your bathroom look bigger. For a more unified look, you may cover the bathtub with the same. Get inspired and save your walls! a cozy bathroom niche done with white tiles and a bathtub clad with stained wood

a niche with a bathtub and a refined cutout marble backsplash that makes the space very exquisite

a refined cutout backsplash done with eye-catchy printed tiles makes a chic statement

a contemporary bathroom with a navy tile backsplash with white grout for a chic touch

a simple marble tile backsplash adds chic to a modern farmhouse bathroom

a small Carrara marble backsplash matches the floor tiles and makes an accent

bold blue printed tiles that cover the floor were added to clad the backsplash

grey marble and gilded faucets make this bathtub space very sophisticated and personalized

grey marble covers the bathtub and grey marble tiles for a backsplash create a chic unified look

large slate tiles for the backsplash and dark concrete to cover the tub for a statement

large white tiles for a backsplash and to cover the bathtub for a unified and chic look

the bathtub space covered with marble tiles that match the painted grey walls

white and grey marble was used to clad the backsplash and the bathtub to add a refined feel

white marble tiles in the shower are extended to make a backsplash and cover the bathtub, too