What glass is used for kitchen splashbacks?

All our kitchen splashbacks are made from toughened safety glass, manufactured to BS EN 12150. Toughened glass is heat resistant and significantly stronger than standard glass, essential for behind-hob applications.

Can glass splashbacks be any colour?

Yes. We can match any RAL or Farrow & Ball colour. The colour is applied to the back of the glass, so the front surface remains smooth and easy to clean.

Can socket cutouts be made in a glass splashback?

Yes. Cutouts for plug sockets, switches, and extractor fans are precision cut before toughening. Once a panel is toughened, no further cutting can be done, so all cutouts must be specified before manufacture.

How are glass splashbacks fixed to the wall?

Glass splashbacks are fixed using a clear silicone adhesive applied to the back of the panel. The wall surface must be clean, flat, and fully dry before installation. Silicone also provides a flexible bond that accommodates minor movement.

How do I clean a glass splashback?

Glass splashbacks are one of the easiest kitchen surfaces to clean. A damp cloth or standard glass cleaner is all that is needed. Avoid abrasive cleaners or scouring pads which can scratch the surface.

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Glass Splashbacks: Supply & Installation

Why Glass Beats Tiles Every Time

Tiled splashbacks crack, chip, and stain, and once the grout discolours, no amount of scrubbing gets it back to white. A glass splashback is a single seamless surface with no joints, no gaps, and nothing for grease or moisture to get into. Wipe it with a damp cloth and it looks new. The design case is equally clear: a single sheet of glass in any colour is a cleaner, more contemporary finish than even the most expensive tile arrangement, and it will outlast it too.

We supply and install bespoke glass splashbacks cut to your exact dimensions: kitchen, bathroom, utility room, or commercial kitchen. The process is straightforward: send us your measurements and preferred colour and we can quote the same day. Supply-only is also available if you have a preferred installer or want to fit it yourself. If you're also considering glass balustrades or a staircase renovation as part of a wider home improvement, we can quote both at the same time.

Application 01

Kitchen Glass Splashbacks

The most popular application. A glass panel behind your hob, worktop, and cooker hood replaces tired tiles with a seamless surface that wipes clean in seconds. Available in any colour using a painted backing: match your kitchen cabinetry, complement your worktop, or make a bold colour statement. Holes can be cut for sockets and switches.

Any colour, painted behind the glass (ColourBack)
No tiles, no grout lines: one seamless surface
Hob-safe toughened glass, heat resistant
Socket and switch cutouts available
Cut to your exact worktop and wall dimensions

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Application 02

Bathroom Glass Splashbacks

Replace dated tiles behind bathroom basins, baths, and vanity units with a single sheet of glass. A glass splashback eliminates grout maintenance, resists mould and limescale, and creates a contemporary, spa-like aesthetic. Available in clear, frosted, or any painted colour, perfectly matched to your bathroom colour scheme.

Clear, frosted, or painted options
Mould and limescale resistant
Hygienic and easy to clean
Cut around taps, pipes, and fixtures
Suitable for wet areas and steam environments

Application 03

Printed & Digital Glass Splashbacks

Take your splashback to the next level with a digitally printed image applied behind the glass: a photograph, a pattern, an abstract design, or a bespoke graphic printed at full resolution. The image is applied to the back face of the toughened glass, protected behind the panel. Any image, any colour, any scale.

Any image: photos, patterns, artwork, logos
Full-resolution digital printing
Image protected behind toughened glass
We can use your own images or suggest designs
Popular for commercial bars, restaurants, and offices

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Application 04

Utility & Commercial Splashbacks

Glass splashbacks are a practical and durable solution for utility rooms, commercial kitchens, bars, and food preparation areas. Easy to clean to hygiene standards, resistant to grease and moisture, and unaffected by steam, toughened glass panels provide long-lasting performance in demanding environments where traditional tiles quickly show wear.

Highly resistant to grease, steam, and moisture
Easy to clean to commercial hygiene standards
No tiles or grout to harbour bacteria
Durable and long-lasting in demanding environments
Suitable for bars, restaurants, and commercial kitchens

Glass Specification

Glass Thickness

Kitchen and bathroom splashbacks are typically supplied in 6mm toughened glass. Larger panels or areas requiring additional rigidity can be specified in 8mm or 10mm.

Glass Type

All splashbacks are supplied in toughened (tempered) safety glass. Toughened glass is heat resistant, impact resistant, and the correct specification for hob installations. Cutouts for sockets or switches must be specified at the time of ordering; they cannot be added to toughened glass after manufacture.

Edge Polishing

Exposed edges are machine polished to a smooth, safe finish. Pencil, flat, or bevelled edge profiles available depending on your preference.

Fixing Method

Splashbacks are bonded directly to the wall with a colour-matched silicone sealant, a clean, secure fixing with no visible fixings or brackets.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, toughened glass is heat resistant and safe for use behind gas hobs, provided it is installed with a sufficient gap (typically 65mm minimum) between the glass and the nearest burner, as specified by the hob manufacturer. We will advise on the correct installation for your specific hob.

Glass splashbacks are extremely easy to clean. A soft cloth with a mild glass cleaner or soapy water is all that is needed. Unlike tiles, there are no joints or grout lines to deal with; grease and steam wipe away cleanly from the smooth glass surface.

Yes. We can cut precise rectangular or circular holes in glass splashbacks to accommodate plug sockets, light switches, and other fittings. These must be planned at the time of ordering as holes cannot be added to toughened glass after manufacture.

Yes. Painted (ColourBack) glass splashbacks are available in any RAL or BS colour. You can match your kitchen cabinets, your wall paint, or choose a completely contrasting statement colour. We can also colour-match from a paint tin or physical sample.

We offer both. We can supply glass splashbacks only if you have a preferred installer, or we can supply and install if you prefer a complete, professional service from a single team.

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Splashback Projects

Recent glass splashback installations completed by our team.

6mm toughened glass kitchen splashback with socket cutouts installed behind hob in Nottinghamshire

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A bespoke toughened glass splashback supplied and installed for a residential kitchen in Nottinghamshire.

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