White Subway Tile Paired with Dark Brown Cabinets

A white subway tile kitchen backsplash can look great with dark brown cabinets, as in this kitchen. Add a gray quarter countertop and some pendant lighting for a really eye-catching kitchen look.

White subway tile is still one of the most popular kitchen backsplash ideas for dark cabinets, so it’s a safe bet to hold up over time. However, when it comes to these backsplashes, it might be best to avoid them.