Debunking the Myths about Glass Splashbacks for Kitchens

Glass splashbacks are one of the most popular choices for kitchens recently both for the new build properties as well as for the renovations and redecorations. In fact, the glass splashbacks in the UK possess some key perks that outperform the other materials or offer significant advantages that the other splashbacks can’t match.

Although these are very stylish, contemporary and funky, nevertheless, many people often think that the glass splashbacks are not very ideal for kitchens in the practical sense of the term. You may also think that since you will be doing a lot of heavy cooking and deal with sharp knives, acidic ingredients and boiling pans, the glass splashbacks may be too fragile to handle all that. But this is nothing but a myth.

There are many such myths or stigmas that are attached with the glass splashbacks. Here an attempt is made to debunk those most common myths so that you can have a clear idea about what you can expect from the glass splashbacks.

• Myth 1 - Glass splashbacks are delicate and fragile

Whenever you mention the term glass splashbacks, people often think that they are too delicate and fragile to be used in kitchen. Let’s explore the truth behind this.

Actual Fact –The glass splashbacks are not only ideal because of their looks but also because of their practical aspects. Let’s take for example your car windscreen. It is made of glass and is made with a much thinner glass than that of your kitchen worktops and splashbacks. But it can withstand harsh impacts and you can confidently stick your face just inches beyond it while driving even at a speed of about 70 kms per hour. So it is quite odd that you lack confidence with a much sturdier version of the same material in case of your kitchen.

• Myth 2 - Glass splashbacks cannot withstand the heat

Many people think that glass splashbacks cannot withstand the heat that is a common feature of every kitchen. But this is also far from the truth.

Actual Fact – Microwave and conventional oven doors are both made from glass. Not only that, if you look inside a cooker or oven you will find people using casserole glass dishes and even the platform at the bottom of the microwave is made of glass. All these get heated up to a great extent but still are resistant to heat. So you can rest assured that glass splashbacks, also can easily cope with the hottest of temperatures and therefore heat is not a problem.

• Myth 3 – Glass splashbacks are prone to scratches

A lot of people may think that glass splashbacks are prone to scratches. But this is also not true.

Actual Fact – You will find maximum chopping boards are made from glasses. In fact, in the cooking shows, most of the time only glass chopping boards are used. This is because glass is quite tough and resistant to scratches.

The above are some of the most common myths associated with glass splashbacks. Now that you know the actual truth about these you can confidently go for glass splashbacks for your kitchen.