How much does a glass splashback cost?

If you’re on the page you’re probably thinking about having a new glass splashback installed.

Well, in this post, we explain absolutely everything there is to know about glass splashbacks to help guide you through the entire buying process. From the initial design process and type of glass available to glass splashback installation costs and specifications.

If you would like our help with the design, supply and installation of a custom glass splashback, then please click here to speak to the Clearly Glass Ltd team today.

Alternatively, if you would like to find out more first before making an enquiry, then please read this article and watch the video of Nathan (our founder) below.

What is a glass splashback?

A glass splashback is a panel of glass that is placed behind a cooker, stove, sink, kitchen worktop, shower, etc. A glass splashback is a great design feature and is becoming more and more popular in homes across the United Kingdom.

Splashbacks are not only a fantastic design feature that help to transform the appearance of a home, but also have many other benefits which we will explain in more depth below…

Benefits of glass splashbacks

Protect your kitchen walls

Most glass splashbacks are placed in the around the oven and kitchen worktops. This protects your wall from cooking splashes, oil, grease, spills, hot steam, and also prevents your paint or tiles being damaged. We all know the pain of removing stains from paintwork or between tiles!

Hygienic & easy to clean

Glass is probably one of the easiest surface materials to clean, which makes cleaning a glass splashback quick and easy. Hygiene is important in any family home, especially the kitchen, so having a surface that doesn’t require maximum effort to clean is the way to go. It’s also a great way to save some extra cash due to you not having to re-paint and re-tile because of stains, spillages, grease marks, etc.

Your home is your own

Having a brand new kitchen installed is an expensive project to undertake. This is where a glass splashback really can make a massive difference. You can spend a fraction of the cost and still make your kitchen look brand new, With multiple different finishes, colours and designs to choose from, a glass splashback is an easy way to add a touch of your own personality too!

Easy to install

Having a painter re-paint or tiler re-tile your kitchen can be a time consuming task (not to mention the added expense). Glass splashbacks are cheaper, relative to the latter, and are much quicker to install when fitted by a professional with years of experience.

Glass splashback cost guide

First things first, please remember that the prices we’ve listed below are ESTIMATES ONLY! Each kitchen and person is different, so the cost of a splashback will vary depending on several factors which we will explain in more detail a little later on in this article.

But for now let’s breakdown the cost of each type of glass splashback…

1. Standard coloured glass splashback cost

Kitchen Size	Average Cost	Approx number of panels
Single coloured splashback	£300 – £600 plus VAT	1 splashback
Small full kitchen	£600 – £1200 plus VAT	2-3 splashbacks
Medium full kitchen	£1200 – £2000 plus VAT	3-6 splashbacks
Large full kitchen	£2000 – £3000 plus VAT	6+ splashbacks

Here’s an example of a coloured glass splashback that our team installed:

2. Standard mirror splashback cost

Kitchen Size	Average Cost	Approx number of panels
Single mirror splashback	£250 – £500 plus VAT	1 splashback
Small full kitchen	£500 – £1000 plus VAT	2-3 splashbacks
Medium full kitchen	£1000 – £1700 plus VAT	3-6 splashbacks
Large full kitchen	£1700 – £2500 plus VAT	6+ splashbacks

Here’s an example of a glass mirror splashback that our team installed:

3. Antique mirror splashback cost

Kitchen Size	Average Cost	Approx number of panels
Single antique mirror splashback	£350 – £700 plus VAT	1 splashback
Small full kitchen	£700 – £1400 plus VAT	2-3 splashbacks
Medium full kitchen	£1400 – £2300 plus VAT	3-6 splashbacks
Large full kitchen	£2300 – £3400 plus VAT	6+ splashbacks

Here’s an example of an antique glass mirror splashback that our team installed:

4. Toughened mirror splashback cost

Kitchen Size	Average Cost	Approx number of panels
Single toughened mirror splashback	£450 – £900 plus VAT	1 splashback
Small full kitchen	£900 – £1800 plus VAT	2-3 splashbacks
Medium full kitchen	£1800 – £3000 plus VAT	3-6 splashbacks
Large full kitchen	£3000 – £4500 plus VAT	6+ splashbacks

Here’s an example of a toughened glass mirror splashback that our team installed:

5. Tinted mirror splashback cost

Kitchen Size	Average Cost	Approx number of panels
Single tinted mirror splashback	£260 – £520 plus VAT	1 splashback
Small full kitchen	£520 – £1040 plus VAT	2-3 splashbacks
Medium full kitchen	£1040 – £1750 plus VAT	3-6 splashbacks
Large full kitchen	£1750 – £2600 plus VAT	6+ splashbacks

Here’s an example of a tinted glass mirror splashback that our team installed:

6. Metallic splashback cost

Kitchen Size	Average Cost	Approx number of panels
Single metallic splashback	£320 – £650 plus VAT	1 splashback
Small full kitchen	£650 – £1300 plus VAT	2-3 splashbacks
Medium full kitchen	£1300 – £2200 plus VAT	3-6 splashbacks
Large full kitchen	£2200 – £3200 plus VAT	6+ splashbacks

Here’s an example of a metallic splashback that our team installed:

6. Satin splashback cost

Kitchen Size	Average Cost	Approx number of panels
Single satin splashback	£310 – £640 plus VAT	1 splashback
Small full kitchen	£640 – £1250 plus VAT	2-3 splashbacks
Medium full kitchen	£1250 – £2100 plus VAT	3-6 splashbacks
Large full kitchen	£2100 – £3100 plus VAT	6+ splashbacks

Here’s an example of a satin splashback that our team installed:

6. Printed splashback cost

Kitchen Size	Average Cost	Approx number of panels
Single printed splashback	£310 – £640 plus VAT	1 splashback
Small full kitchen	£640 – £1250 plus VAT	2-3 splashbacks
Medium full kitchen	£1250 – £2100 plus VAT	3-6 splashbacks
Large full kitchen	£2100 – £3100 plus VAT	6+ splashbacks

Here’s an example of a printed splashback that our team installed:

6. Sparkle finish splashback cost

Kitchen Size	Average Cost	Approx number of panels
Single sparkle glass splashback	£340 – £680 plus VAT	1 splashback
Small full kitchen	£680 – £1360 plus VAT	2-3 splashbacks
Medium full kitchen	£1360 – £2250 plus VAT	3-6 splashbacks
Large full kitchen	£2250 – £3400 plus VAT	6+ splashbacks

Factors that effect glass splashback prices

So now that you have an idea about how much different types of glass splashbacks cost, let’s take a look at what factors can effect the price of glass splashbacks…

• Number of panels.
• Size of panels – m2 area, also there is a minimum chargeable area of 0.25m2, so lots of small panels can cost significantly more because of this.
• Cut-outs – there is an additional charge per hole or cut-out. i.e. for sockets, light switches, utensil holders, shelf brackets, pelmets or downlight cables.
• Finish required – each finish is a different price i.e. standard colour, satin finish, metallic finish, sparkle finish, standard mirror, tinted mirror, antique mirror, toughened mirror, digitally printed, special FX, gloss, etc.
• Glass type – toughened or non toughened.

How to get a price for your glass splashback?

• Work out the approximate size of each individual panel.
• Work out the number of cut-outs or holes required.
• Decide on which finish or finishes you would like a price for.
• Take photos if possible, or provide any other useful information.

After you, or your chosen splashback supplier, has worked out the answers to the points above, you can then begin the process of designing and installing your new glass splashback.

Here’s a link to our glass splashback quoting guide which contains more information on how our own process works here at Clearly Glass Ltd.

If you need any help or would like to speak with a member of our team, then please feel more than welcome to contact us for a free quote and consultation.