Typically the tile backsplash stretches from the countertop to directly beneath the cabinets although some may be only 4 inches in height and some may sit on top of a 4 inch granite backsplash.
													
																	Granite backsplash with tile above. 
									
	
		
	
																	If you want the easiest way to cover a tile backsplash then check out tile stickers or decals. 
																	The backsplash is a mix of black gray and white glass mosiac tiles. 
																	Diy backsplash over tile. 
																	Bottom line standard 4 in granite backsplash is a great convenient way to go. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	A white kitchen with glass faced cabinets above the main preparation area and sink. 
																	I then set the tile with the same self curing thinset. 
																	Kitchen backsplash ideas. 
																	When installing a tile backsplash above a granite counter it s important to make sure the two areas meet properly. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	The reason i used this special thinset is to maximize the curing of the thinset over the low moisture absorption granite. 
																	A very light cream ceramic tile backsplash brightens up the rich wood cabinets and the beige granite countertops. 
																	They also have a how to available at their site. 
																	To lay the tile i centered the installation with a plumb line and then burned a flat coat of self curing thinset into the granite. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	Tiling above the backsplash. 
																	Many countertops come with a partial backsplash that extends 4 to 6 inches above the surface of the countertops. 
																	Specifically made to cover tile they are easy to apply and look amazing.