Backsplashes can be so much more than wan, glossy tile. They can create a warm focal point in a kitchen that makes the room feel like a gathering place for family and friends.

Linger with loved ones over a home-cooked meal in a room that says, “Welcome. Come in, sit down, and let’s share some stories.” Here are a few ideas from Better Homes and Gardens:

Southern Living has a wooden backsplash, an uncommon style that is sure to garner attention and offer a comforting environment.

There’s also a copper version, with threads of warmth woven through a cobalt blue background:

Photo credit: Better Homes and Gardens (images one, two, three, and four) and Southern Living (images five and six)

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