I think that stainless backsplashes tend to work better with a transitional/contemporary/modern kitchens than ones that are described as "a lot more traditional". Having said that, the things you mentioned that you are using: shaker cabinet fronts, espresso stain, and light/white granite/quartzite read to me as more "transitional" than "traditional". And if that's the case, I think that the stainless backsplash will work fine.

Here's another type of metal tile I was looking at yesterday. I really like the look on my computer monitor, but the true test would be seeing it in person. Also, at $8.45/tile it's definitely pricey. I like the metal tiles pictured in the link you provided, although the jewel inlays, while pretty, are a bit too bright for my taste. Here is a link that might be useful: Patina Tile

Never fear - if you love it, that's all that matters. It took 5 years to decide what I wanted (& could afford) for a backsplash & then it hit me: If I use copper on my bs, stainless will be perfect behind the stove. Materials for both are not overly expensive (I have a very small bs) & I can do the installation so overall cost is low & the look goes with anything (& looks like it cost a lot more than it did!). And it's timeless - & easy to care for. You're gonna love it. Hester

Thanks again all for the replies. Things did not work out as planned, but maybe it's for the better. The helper showed up late, so I tried to look at the task myself. Decided to cut the caulking out between the wall and the countertop behind the cooktop. It allowed me to insert the backsplash downward enough for me to muscle the entire backsplash in place from under the hood. I preemptively shaved some drywall off where the gap is smaller than the thickness. Glad that I did because although I did it with the intention of trying out/dry fitting, I ended up having a hell of a time to back it out. Actually, it was so hard that I gave up. So, I simply brought the top forward to give me enough room to squeeze some adhesive in. Due to the awkward access, I just did snake pattern. BTW, the bottom two screw holes are behind the countertop and not accessible. The top two screw holes are so close to the hood and cabinets that I simply cannot go straight in. And when I tried, they were not hitting studs anyway, and I can't get the drywall anchor in. So, I'm mostly relying on the adhesive now to hold the backsplash. That's it. No removal in the future! When the helper finally arrived, he was surprised to see that I already finished installing the backsplash.