Peel-and-Stick Backsplash

Real tile backsplash installation requires thinset, grout, tile spacers, a wet saw, and the patience of a monk. Peel-and-stick tile requires scissors, a level, and two hours. Smart Tiles, Aspect, and Art3d make products that are virtually indistinguishable from real subway tile, marble hexagon, and herringbone patterns. They cost $8-15 per square foot (vs. $15-30 installed for real tile), stick directly to clean drywall, and can be removed without damage — making them renter-friendly too.