Shiplap Backsplash Organic Warmth with Sleek and Stylish Appeal

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Gray Cabinets with White Shiplap Backsplash and Wood Floor

The combination of the blue, white, gray, and wooden textures gives warm and cozy beachy vibes. The gray cabinets and granite countertops offer an elegant look while white shiplap walls create a bright and spacious atmosphere. Also, using dark cabinets with a white backsplash provides a contrasting look. The wooden floating shelves complement the wooden flooring and enhance the warmness of the design.

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Butter Yellow Cabinets with White and Wood Accents

The soft and beautiful butter yellow color of the shaker-style cabinets offers an elegant look for this large kitchen. The white shiplap walls, ceiling, and white countertop make a fresh touch while wood kitchen island and light wood floor bring warmth to the atmosphere and make this kitchen more intimate. Even this kitchen has a large space, the u-shape layout of the cabinets maximizes the functionality.

Shiplap Backsplash

When it comes to interior designing, wooden details can bring a nice organic warmth to the atmosphere and shiplap is one of the most popular wall paneling. From living room to laundry room, entryway to kitchen, shiplap is everywhere these days and kitchen backsplashes are one of these great areas that you can use shiplap. So, if you are looking for something different, scroll down and find the best shiplap backsplash ideas that will inspire you!

Shiplap is a kind of wooden board that is generally used for barns or sheds. Today, it has become a popular design element for interior design. The beautiful natural texture of the shiplap panels is a great and easiest way to add interest to kitchen walls. It is easily installed and you can paint it according to your taste which makes it a versatile material. The sleek and minimal look of the shiplap can be suitable for different design aesthetics, from modern to farmhouse, traditional to rustic. You can bring a cozy feel to your modern cabinets or complete the warm and welcoming atmosphere of your farmhouse kitchen with a shiplap backsplash. Whatever your style is, a shiplap backsplash might be a perfect addition to your kitchen.

Also, shiplap is inexpensive than the other backsplash materials. Depending on the material. you may expect to pay $3 – $10 per square foot. The most important thing for shiplap backsplashes is that requires a protective finish coat to prevent food stains and moisture damage like the other wood types. Otherwise, wooden planks can be damaged easily. With all these benefits, shiplap is a great alternative for tile backsplash and you might consider installing a shiplap backsplash for your kitchen.

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Transitional Kitchen with Black Cabinets and Vertical Shiplap Walls

The black and white color scheme of this transitional kitchen offers an elegant and timeless look while gray tiled flooring and leather counter chairs make a warm touch and soften the sharp contrast between the black and white. The gray flooring provides a perfect connection point between the cabinets and the white countertops. The same wood paneling is used also on the kitchen island wall to create a continuous look.

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Gray Shaker Cabinets with White Shiplap Backsplash

In this transitional kitchen, the gray cabinets and white shiplap panels perfectly blend and create a unique backdrop. Gray shaker cabinets are paired with white granite countertops and brass hardware. Using the same paneling on the walls provides a continuous look.

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Farmhouse Kitchen with White Cabinets and Brass Pendant Lights

The brass pendant lights draw attention at the first sight in this kitchen and add a character to the design. Also, the stunning brass shade complements the natural look of the wooden wall panels. At the back, the white cabinets create a clean and fresh backdrop while the wood countertops and brass handles complement the wall paneling.

Is shiplap good for a backsplash?

Yes, tiles are the first choice for kitchen backsplashes, but shiplap is another popular choice that can add visual interest to the overall look. The sleek look of the shiplap backsplash allows you to get creative and create your dreamy kitchen. Tanks to its effortless beauty, using a shiplap backsplash will completely transform your kitchen!

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All-white Kitchen Design with Marble Countertops and Brass Hardware

This bright kitchen features white shaker cabinets, marble countertops, shiplap backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and brass hardware. 

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Farmhouse Kitchen with Green Cabinetry and Shiplap Backsplash

The green cabinets pop up in this kitchen and create a luxurious feel. The wooden countertops and the floor enhance the warmness of the room while the white shiplap backsplash creates a brighter appeal.

White Shiplap Backsplash

With the rising of all-white kitchen designs, the white backsplash has become more popular these days. When the pureness and cleanness of the white meet with the natural texture of the wood, the result is warm, cozy, and welcoming. A white shiplap backsplash can create a clean backdrop for your kitchen while adding a nice texture.

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Scandinavian Kitchen with White and Wood Cabinets

In this Scandinavian kitchen, natural wood and white cabinets bring the beauty of nature into the room and offer a warm and welcoming space. The white countertops, range hood, and white backsplash panel make a fresh touch and enhance the spaciousness of the atmosphere. 

Gray Shiplap Backsplash

Just like the white, painting the shiplap backsplash into gray is a popular choice for homeowners and interior designers. Thanks to the versatility of gray, a gray shiplap backsplash can be a perfect addition for any styled and colored kitchen.

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Farmhouse Kitchen with Multicolored Patchwork Floor Tiles

The combination of the white shaker cabinets, wood countertop, gray shiplap walls, white backsplash tile, wood range hood, and wood dining set perfectly reflects the cozy vibe of the farmhouse style. The multicolored patchwork tiles add visual interest to the floor.

Black Shiplap Backsplash

Black is a bold color that can instantly add a character to any space. A black backsplash offers a perfect blend of sophistication, neutrality, and warmness. And it is a great way to combine contemporary and classic. So, we can say the black shiplap is the new white shiplap!

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Modern Black Kitchen with Shiplap Backsplash

This modern kitchen is surrounded top to bottom by the dramatic and sophisticated look of black. From cabinets to countertops, plumbing fixtures, and shiplap backsplash, each feature is clad in black. Using white color for the rest of the living space defines the kitchen area even further.

How to make a shiplap backsplash?

The installation process of a shiplap backsplash is easy. Before the installation, you need to prepare the backsplash area and the shiplap panels. Remove the electrical switches, measure the backsplash area, and cut the panels according to switches and window trim. When using a wooden backsplash, the most important thing is sealing. Because wood has a porous surface it needs to be sealed, especially if it is used as a backsplash. Otherwise, food and water spills can cause permanent damage to the boards. This will help to prevent stains and permanent marks.

Also, shiplap boards are available on both pre-painted and not painted options. If you have not painted panels, first you need to paint them before the installation. You can use a painter’s spray to create a smooth and well-painted surface. But if you don’t have any experience with it, hiring someone might be a better option. Also, you can use simple tools like a brush or roller to paint it.

Now, you are ready for installation. If you are using a horizontal placement, start at the lower part and lay the first board. Nail the first board into a stud or rafter through the top flange of the board with a nail gun. Begin the second row by placing the overlap of the board over the flange of the previous row, nail it, and repeat this process until covers all area.

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Small Black and White Kitchen with Brass Accents

Thanks to off white walls and ceiling, this white kitchen has a bright and spacious atmosphere, even it has a small space. Black cabinets, shiplap backsplash, and marble countertops nicely contrast with the white features to give a modern look. The marble countertop and backsplash, and brass accents like handles and sconces add a dose of luxury while the black shiplap wall makes the space feel larger with its vertical placement.

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Black Shaker Cabinets with Quartz Countertop and Shiplap Backsplash

This galley style kitchen gives some dramatic vibes with its black, white, and wood color scheme. The black shaker cabinets and black shiplap backsplash provide an elegant backdrop for the quartz countertops. 

Cabinet Colors for Shiplap Backsplash

When designing a kitchen, choosing the cabinet colors is one of the most important things that define the overall look of the design. If you are using a classic white shiplap backsplash, you can create an all-white kitchen with white cabinets or pop up your backsplash with darker shades like navy blue or black. If you are using painted shiplap, depending on the color that you use, you can either use matching or contrasting colors on your cabinets.

Shiplap Backsplash with White Cabinets

White kitchen cabinets are like a black canvas. They can be suitable for every style, color, and design aesthetics. If you want to create a bright and spacious kitchen, match your white cabinets with a white shiplap backsplash or paint your shiplap with a bold color to make it stand out.

How to seal shiplap backsplash?

Sealing the shiplap backsplash is essential. It provides waterproof against water and flood damages and also a sealed wood is less affected by changes in humidity. And you need to apply sealer on both sides of the planks. If you are using a varnish or penetrating oil, apply one cost before installation and after it dries, apply a second coat after the installation.

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All White Shaker Cabinets with Wood Countertops

A combination of white color and natural materials creates a warm, intimate, and bright look. White shiplap backsplash, dark wood floor, and wood countertops make a rustic touch to this kitchen which is surrounded by white shaker cabinets. White walls complete the fresh look which is created by white cabinetry.

Shiplap Backsplash with Dark Cabinets

Dark kitchen cabinets are a great way to create an elegant and sophisticated look for kitchens. And, using a shiplap backsplash will perfectly give the balanced look between warmth and elegance.

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Transitional Kitchen with Dark Green Cabinets and White Countertop

In this transitional kitchen, the 4-inch gray marble backsplash is accentuated with a green shiplap backsplash. White backsplash materials create a fresh look between the dark green shaker cabinets which give a traditional vibe to the overall look of the kitchen. The marble countertops, brass hardware, and beige floor tiles complete the design.

Is shiplap out of style?

Thanks to its versatility, shiplap is a timeless material that can work well with different design aesthetics and different color schemes. Shiplap has a cozy and nautical or cabin-like feel that can instantly bring warmth to the atmosphere. Whether you are using a classic white horizontal shiplap make a modern twist with vertical placement and black paint, a shiplap backsplash will be a perfect addition to any kitchen.

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Green Kitchen Cabinets with Black Countertop and Shiplap Kitchen Backsplash

The stunning green colors of the shaker cabinets give a characteristic look to this kitchen. Green kitchen cabinets are paired with a black countertop and green shiplap backsplash which add a coziness to the elegant look of the cabinets. Brass handles, knobs, and faucet make a vintage touch and elevate the design.

Rustic Shiplap Backsplash

Rustic style has a lot of charm that offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere. And because of the natural look of the shiplap, it will be a perfect match with the rustic kitchen. To giving a more rustic look to a shiplap, you can use the whitewashing method.

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Gray Cabinets with White Worktop and Farmhouse Sink

The lovely gray color of the shaker cabinets and white worktop creates a harmonious look and brings the beautiful shades of nature into this shabby chich kitchen. This warm and cozy look is completed with white painted wood planks on the walls. 

Vertical Shiplap Backsplash

The original placement of the shiplap panels is horizontal but it can be also installed vertically. This vertical placement is a great way to give a more modern look and the vertical lines will help elongate your walls and give the illusion of taller walls and higher ceilings.

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Small Beach Style Kitchen with White Cabinets and Wood Island

A bespoke Plain English kitchen made with silent confidence and in permanent character. The mood is created with the help of vivid green cabinets, down-to-earth, but cheerful atmosphere which preconditions the whole space. The milled Ambrosia Maple countertops are one of the most significant ones as they are taken out of the farm belonging to the client. The wood gives the structure an air of tradition and peaceful familiarity, its unique grain quietly recounting tales of location, memory and time.

Can you use a shiplap behind a stove?

You might think that a shiplap backsplash is not good for the area behind the stove because wood is flammable. But, if treated and installed correctly, you can use a shiplap behind the stove.

Farmhouse Shiplap Backsplash

Farmhouse style is all about balance the old and new with simplicity and rustic charm. Neutral color schemes, wooden textures, apron front sinks are the main characters of the farmhouse kitchens, and is there a better option than a shiplap backsplash to complete this cozy feel?

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Small Farmhouse Kitchen with White Sink and Shiplap Backsplash

The white porcelain sink is a focal point for this farmhouse-style kitchen and it reflects the farmhouse style perfectly. The white shaker cabinets with wood countertops, and beige shiplap backsplash create a cohesive look around the sink. The chrome hardware nicely contrasts with the white features to emphasize the cabinetry.

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Dark Blue Shaker Cabinets with Wood Countertop and Vertical Shiplap Backsplash

The beautiful appeal of the dark blue cabinets takes center stage in this transitional kitchen remodel. The vertical shiplap backsplash create a continuous look which makes the space feel taller. Wood countertop and brass knobs of the cabinetry give a midcentury vibe while adding a sparkle to the design.

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Farmhouse Kitchen with Light Gray Cabinets and Wood Floor

In this large farmhouse kitchen, light gray cabinets, white countertops, and stainless steel appliances offer both stylish and functional space at the corner of the living room. The white shiplap walls and ceiling completes the cozy feel of the wooden textures and creates a beautiful backdrop.

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Beach Style Kitchen with Blue and White Shaker Cabinets

The blue perimeter cabinets stand out between the all-white kitchen and makes a statement! The white upper kitchen cabinets bring a traditional feel with their shaker-style doors while black hardware emphasizes the cabinetry by contrasting them. The white vertical shiplap backsplash add a nice texture and the wooden flooring completes the beach vibes. Thanks to the window openings, natural light fills the room.

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Small White Farmhouse Kitchen with Blue Backsplash

In this, white kitchen, the pastel blue shiplap paneled backsplash and kitchen island stand out and make this otherwise ordinary kitchen to the next level. Blue shiplap panels add a nice texture while the stainless steel appliances add modernity to the design.

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Black Kitchen Cabinets with White Countertop and Shiplap Walls

Shiplap installation on walls brings some rustic vibes to this farmhouse-style kitchen. The same shiplap boards are used as a backsplash to create continuity. While the black cabinets and brass hardware create a contrasting look with a touch of drama, the wood floor balances the contrast.

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