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How To Deal With Outlets And Light Switches On Backsplashes

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 22:38:54 GMT

So many outlets, so many backsplash interruptions.

You can have the most beautiful kitchen in the world but if you have a bunch of outlets that are distracting you from the whole look, it sort of ruins everything.

Each project is different and has different circumstances so there are no hard and fast rules except one, you don't want them to stand out or contrast too much with your material.

The best way to do that is to blend them in visually as much as possible.

Usually the homeowner never never thinks about any of this until the tile starts going up. If you want your outlets somewhere special then tell your electrician before he installs them. Not after.

The best way to do that is to blend them in visually as much as possible.

Typically the electrician changes out all the electrical in the splash to a standard color that is as close to the backsplash field color as possible. Standard colors are white, light almond, ivory, brown, gray and black. Stainless covers are also available and can blend in to a lot of materials. It doesn't have to be perfect, just not such a high contrast. It's not just the plates, the receptacles need to be changed too, that's why you need an electrician.

Lutron makes some sleek looking outlets and switches that come in around 20 different colors, with a good selection of various neutrals. This kind of investment makes a big difference in the overall look of your kitchen backsplash.

Paintable Switch And Outlet Plates

For a more luxury look, Legrand makes a really nice paintable switch plate and outlet plate.

TayMac 2000 paintable outlet covers totally “disappear” on backsplashes, islands, bathroom walls, etc. They are amazing & sold at HD & on Amazon. A very clean, custom look that blends exactly since they are custom paintable.

Special products for electrical on backsplashes

Should outlets be cut into a quartzite slab backsplash or mounted under cabinets?

There are many special products out there to make your electrical less obtrusive, visually, on your backsplash, specially if you have quarts backsplash

Do you cut outlets into the backsplash or mount strips under the cabinets? Most of homeowners prefer mount strips with outlets under the cabinets . Strips are also known as “plug molding”. Look at your options carefully - some are bigger/bulkier than others (the bulkier ones don’t hide as well). They can be pricy - but look for as slim a profile as you can.

Also you can do both. In case If you didn’t want to have to unplug your coffee pot everyday after use & knew the cords hanging down would drive you crazy.

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violacibc@gmail.com (Violeta Maisuradze) — Sun, 15 Jun 2025 19:27:25 GMT

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