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Kitchen with a tiled backsplash and wood cabinetry

Architectural Backsplashes & Feature Walls

Kitchen backsplash tile installation in Toronto

The tile behind your counter can change the whole kitchen. We install kitchen backsplashes in Toronto, from simple tile layouts to patterned mosaics and large porcelain panels.

Tile and room details

Tile layouts and finishing details.

Compare tile proportions, colour and adjoining finishes as you choose the look for your room.

Kitchen backsplash tile beside outlets and a countertop

Tile layout and cuts along the counter.

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Installation details

A backsplash that fits the rest of your kitchen.

Cabinets, countertops, outlets and open edges all affect the finished look. These details help explain why two backsplashes of the same area can involve different work.

Layout around the kitchen features

The range, hood, windows and cabinet ends affect where the tile starts and finishes. We confirm the tile layout after booking.

Cuts around outlets and switches

Tile cuts need to suit the outlet and switch positions. Any electrical-box or device changes should be coordinated with the appropriate electrical trade.

The visible tile edges

Exposed ends and outside corners can need trim, finished tile edges or mitres, depending on the material and design. We confirm the edge treatment after booking.

Where tile meets the counter

The joint between the backsplash and countertop needs a finish suited to the materials and movement at that junction. It is a separate detail from the grout between tiles.

What customers value about working with Mallet Tile.

Selected five-star Google reviews from homeowners across Toronto and the GTA. Open Google to read our complete review history.

Christian Quaresma


5.0Google review

Chris and his crew were a huge help in planning and executing the shower area of a bathroom remodel in an old home.

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What customers mention

Help with difficult decisions

Planning and technical problem-solving on complex installations

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M L


5.0Google review

Mallet Tile has done a masterful job on our project. I had 2 separate issues. Mallet Tile fixed both.

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Questions answered

Frequently asked questions about kitchen backsplash tile installation toronto.

When should backsplash tile be installed during a Toronto kitchen renovation?

Backsplash work is usually arranged around the installed cabinets and countertops. Let us know which parts of the kitchen are still being changed so the booked tile work can be coordinated with the other trades.

How do you handle electrical outlets and switches in a tile backsplash?

We plan the tile cuts around the outlet and switch positions. Any electrical-box or device changes need to be handled by the appropriate electrical trade. Tile installation should not be treated as an automatic inclusion of electrical work.

Is grout sealing required for kitchen tile backsplashes?

It depends on the tile and grout selected. Some products need sealing and others do not; the manufacturer's care instructions are the right starting point. We confirm grout and edge choices after booking.

How long does a kitchen backsplash installation take to complete?

The area, tile size, pattern, wall preparation and edge details affect the time needed. Share the approximate backsplash area and a tile link if you have one. We confirm the schedule after booking rather than promising the same duration for every kitchen.

Principal bathroom with warm neutral tile and natural light

Ready to discuss your kitchen backsplash tile installation?

Tell us what you would like tiled, your location and the measurements of each area. We will review the details for your preliminary estimate.

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