It began with painted cabinetry, but now colorful glass tiles are expected to trend for kitchen backsplashes. These details add a pop of color without overwhelming the room and overall design.

Because glass tiles are nonporous, they do a great job of resisting mold, mildew, and other types of bacteria. On the other hand, glass mosaic backsplashes can be difficult to install and will ...

But there’s another element that deserves just as much attention: the backsplash. “They’re often an afterthought,” said George Glasier, a founder of the British kitchen company Pluck.