Thanks for the feedback and reassurance, I know what I like but keep second guessing so it is nice to hear others agree. This place has steered me in the right direction so far, so I trust the feedback. It is so exciting seeing everything coming together after the months of planning. Christine - your backsplash looks great! I just love those accent pieces, and I can just imagine how great that mix of them looks behind your range. Question for you, the samples that I have are quite a bit thicker than the cream tiles that I have. Is that how yours are as well? Does that look awkward? Bee - thanks for your input. My original thought was doing something grand behind the range, but I actually ended up buying a stainless panel to put there instead. Much easier to clean after all! You may be right about letting the granite shine (like it will) I'll have to see how it looks once installed. I think badgergal's words ring true, I will have to fight off my urge for more "bling", I like some bling, I want more bling!!

I think white would be a nice contrast. I've attached a link to a GW member's (kellienoelle) kitchen that used Delicatus granite & a classic white backsplash. Here is a link that might be useful: Kellienoelle's Dark Cherry & Delicatus Reveal This post was edited by romy718 on Fri, Mar 14, 14 at 21:46

Why not buy a few and place them up against the area where they are to be installed? The lighting in the room is going to make all the difference. And if you don’t like the tiles, take them back to the store to get a refund.

Dee, first of all don't commit to any backsplash until your counters are in if that's possible. Second, find inspiration images of other kitchens you like that have used your materials. My guess is that you may reconsider the need for an accent tile once you look at those images.