25 Chalkboard Kitchen Backsplashes To Stand Out

chalkboard kitchen backsplashes to stand out

Chalkboard is popular for home decor for many reasons, and it can be used everywhere, from kitchens to home offices. Chalkboard has a whole bunch of advantages: it’s budget-friendly, it inspires creativity, it’s interactive and adds interest to the space. Today I’m going to share some chalkboard kitchen backsplashes that may inspire you to go for one.

A chalkboard backsplash features a creative and unique look, when tiles are too common, marble is too expensive and you don’t feel like polished metal, it’s a cool thing to try. Chalkboard surfaces bring texture and depth due to the dark shades, they contrast bright and light-colored cabinets and add drama to moody spaces, so they are suitable for any color of kitchen cabinets.

A black glossy kitchen with dark concrete countertops and a chalkboard backsplash to chalk on recipes and lists.

A black glossy kitchen with dark concrete countertops and a chalkboard backsplash to chalk on recipes and lists.

A chalkboard backsplash and rich-colored wooden cabinets create a bold contrast.

A chalkboard backsplash and rich-colored wooden cabinets create a bold contrast.

A contemporary kitchen with pale wood and white furniture and a chalkboard backsplash and blakc touches for a stylish look.

A contemporary kitchen with pale wood and white furniture and a chalkboard backsplash and blakc touches for a stylish look.

A cute white kitchen with a chalkboard backsplash and a mint dining set for a chic look.

A cute white kitchen with a chalkboard backsplash and a mint dining set for a chic look.

A light-colored kitchen with stone countertops and a chalkboard backsplash that add texture to the space.

A light-colored kitchen with stone countertops and a chalkboard backsplash that add texture to the space.

A minimalist white kitchen with a chalkboard backsplash that helps it stand out and look more interesting.

A minimalist white kitchen with a chalkboard backsplash that helps it stand out and look more interesting.

More than that, a chalkboard backsplash is like a canvas, which allows creating any art and notes that you want. This way you personalize the space much more and it becomes more original. Your kids will be happy to chalk on the backsplash while you are cooking and you can chalk down a recipe on it, too. To give yourself and your family more space for creativity, go for a whole chalkboard wall, not just a backsplash.

A modern farmhouse kitchen in greys with a chalkboard backsplash that adds a cool touch to the space.

A modern farmhouse kitchen in greys with a chalkboard backsplash that adds a cool touch to the space.

A modern white kitchen with a black chalkboard backsplash that helps it stand out and adds depth.

A modern white kitchen with a black chalkboard backsplash that helps it stand out and adds depth.

A modern white kitchen with a chalkboard backsplash and light-colored wood that make it more special.

A modern white kitchen with a chalkboard backsplash and light-colored wood that make it more special.

A navy kitchen with grey countertops and a chalkboard backsplash to chalk down the recipes.

A navy kitchen with grey countertops and a chalkboard backsplash to chalk down the recipes.

A small chalkboard backsplash over the cooker to fit the cooker design and highlight the space.

A small chalkboard backsplash over the cooker to fit the cooker design and highlight the space.

A small modern kitchen with concrete covered cabinets and chalkboard walls instead of backsplashes for a modern look.

A small modern kitchen with concrete covered cabinets and chalkboard walls instead of backsplashes for a modern look.

Though chalkboard surfaces seem not very functional, they are very easy to apply, you can DIY the whole project. A chalkboard backsplash isn’t expensive, it can be renovated as often as you need, and it’s a great idea for rentals – you can repaint it easily. You may attach any holders and shelves to the chalkboard surfaces while drilling tiles to attach a shelf is very hard.

A traditional white kitchen with a chalkboard backsplash that features a holder for cook ware.

A traditional white kitchen with a chalkboard backsplash that features a holder for cook ware.

A vintage grey kitchen with a chalkboard backsplash that brings drama to the space.

A vintage grey kitchen with a chalkboard backsplash that brings drama to the space.

A vintage space with dark shabby shelves and countertops and a chalkboard backsplash.

A vintage space with dark shabby shelves and countertops and a chalkboard backsplash.

A white kitchen, a chalkboard backsplash and a red dining table for a bold look.

A white kitchen, a chalkboard backsplash and a red dining table for a bold look.

A white Scandinavian kitchen with a chalkboard backsplash that contrasts and adds depth to the space.

A white Scandinavian kitchen with a chalkboard backsplash that contrasts and adds depth to the space.

A whole chalkboard wall inspires creativity and chalking on it - both kids and adults will have fun.

A whole chalkboard wall inspires creativity and chalking on it - both kids and adults will have fun.

An ivory kitchen with white countertops and a chalkboard backsplash for a contrasting look.

An ivory kitchen with white countertops and a chalkboard backsplash for a contrasting look.

A chalkboard backsplash will easily fit any space, from an industrial to a minimalist one, so you can never go wrong with it. Chalkboard backsplashes are extremely popular for minimalist and Scandinavian kitchens to contrast light-colored and white cabinets but they will easily match a rustic or shabby chic space, too. Get inspired by the ideas below and enjoy your chalkboard backsplash!

Create a bold contrast with white cabinets and countertops and a chalkboard backsplash.

Create a bold contrast with white cabinets and countertops and a chalkboard backsplash.

Light-colored wooden cabinets, concrete countertops and a narrow chalkboard backsplash for a texture.

Light-colored wooden cabinets, concrete countertops and a narrow chalkboard backsplash for a texture.

Rich-colored wooden cabinets and a chalkboard backsplash with formulas that personalize the decor.

Rich-colored wooden cabinets and a chalkboard backsplash with formulas that personalize the decor.

Turn your chalkboard backsplash into an artwork chalking everything you want on it.

Turn your chalkboard backsplash into an artwork chalking everything you want on it.

Turn your chalkboard backsplash into your own artwork chalking various food and drinks on it.

Turn your chalkboard backsplash into your own artwork chalking various food and drinks on it.

A cozy small white kitchen with a light-colored countertop and a chalkboard backsplash that adds style.

A cozy small white kitchen with a light-colored countertop and a chalkboard backsplash that adds style.