i dont' think i would do white... very difficult to get right with the cabs...if u can find the right shade and u like it, go for it... maybe a very soft shade of blue to pull in your cabs... but of course it has to be in the same tone as the cabs... a matte tile or satin - light sheen. i would not do a gloss/glass tile i hesitate to say gray b/c its been done to death.... maybe a gray/blue? i do like a 6x6 tile... just to get away from a subway... whatever u choose, have grout to match as close as u can, so the b/s just sits in the background. bring home lots a samples to see in your space with your lights and natural light.

A white or grey tile might work well with your countertop and other selections. Here are some images from our kitchen designs we have done over the years that might aid you further.

We have a family cottage on a lake that we're getting ready to rent and would like a DIY backsplash idea for over sink area--possibly peel and stick tiles. Has anyone used these and can you recommend a certain brand? The cabinets are Espresso and countertop is formica, a light beige with specs of gray. The walls will be painted a light gray. The family is on a strict budget, therefore we're trying to make minor updates before placing on rental market. Thanks in advance for your help.

maybe green ...cant say the blue in the demo kitchen does much. with the large sized doors and glass fronts the tile should have some dimension / variation / or interest w the color/tone or something....... Its a big wall of white and the black counter really isnt a statement thats why I guess too pale a color like the blue just doesnt work that well in my opinion. Get to a tile store / bring samples/ maybe look for less simple/plain I guess is how you'd say it. Not sure what you like .