How Much Does a Glass Splashback Cost? UK Price Guide 2026

Glass splashbacks have become a mainstream choice for UK kitchens and bathrooms — but pricing can be confusing, especially if you are comparing like-for-like with tiles or acrylic alternatives. This guide breaks down exactly what you can expect to pay and what drives the cost.

Quick Price Reference

For made-to-measure toughened glass splashbacks from Glass Splashbacks UK, typical prices for a standard rectangular panel fall within these ranges:

• Mirrored glass splashback: from approx £216
• Coloured (painted-back) glass splashback: from approx £240
• Antique mirror splashback: from approx £300
• Digitally printed glass splashback: from approx £350
• Crackled or toughened mirror splashback: from approx £650

These are starting prices for standard-sized panels. The exact cost depends primarily on the size of the panel — use our online quote tool for an instant price based on your exact dimensions.

What Determines the Price of a Glass Splashback?

Size

This is the biggest single factor. Glass is priced by area, so a 1200mm × 750mm panel costs roughly twice as much as a 600mm × 750mm one. There is also a minimum order size — very small panels may have a minimum charge applied.

Type and Finish

A standard coloured painted-back splashback is typically the most affordable option. Specialist finishes — crackle glass, antique mirror, metallic effects — involve additional manufacturing processes and carry a higher price accordingly.

Cutouts and Notches

Electrical socket cutouts, pipe notches and angled cuts add to the cost. Each cutout is priced individually. If you have multiple sockets behind your hob or sink, factor this in when budgeting.

Colour

Standard RAL colours are all priced the same. If you require a bespoke colour-match outside the RAL range, there may be an additional charge for the matching process — ask us for a quote before ordering.

Glass Splashbacks vs Tiles: Cost Comparison

A common question is whether glass splashbacks are more expensive than tiles. The honest answer is: it depends on the tile specification.

A basic ceramic tile installation (tiles + adhesive + grout + labour) for a typical behind-hob area of approximately 900mm × 600mm can cost £150–£400 depending on tile quality and whether you hire a tiler. A glass splashback for the same area — which you fit yourself using our guide — costs approximately £200–£280 including delivery, with no tiler fee.

Premium rectified porcelain tiles plus professional fitting can easily exceed the cost of a glass splashback. And glass has a significant advantage: no grout lines to clean, no cracking or re-grouting over time.

What About Installation Costs?

This is where glass splashbacks offer a significant saving over both tiles and some competitor glass suppliers. Our entire system is designed for DIY fitting — we provide a step-by-step fitting guide and video. You need neutral-cure silicone adhesive (approximately £8–£12 per tube at any hardware store) and a spare pair of hands for larger panels.

There is no need to pay a fitter. Most homeowners complete a standard splashback installation in 1–2 hours.

Delivery Costs

Delivery is included in the panel price for standard UK mainland orders. Our panels are packaged to a high standard — each one is individually protected to survive the journey intact. Lead time is approximately 7–10 working days from order confirmation.

Tips for Keeping Costs Down

• Measure accurately: An incorrectly measured panel cannot be returned. Get it right first time with our measuring guide.
• Order a sample first: A colour sample (£20, credited on your order) prevents an expensive mistake on a full panel.
• Keep it rectangular: Complex shapes with multiple angled cuts or curves cost more than simple rectangles. If possible, design your layout to use rectangular panels.
• Bundle your order: If you are covering multiple areas (hob splashback + window reveal + behind the sink), ordering all panels at once is more efficient and may save on delivery.

Get an Instant Quote

The fastest way to find out what your specific project will cost is to use our online quote tool. Enter your panel dimensions, select your finish and any cutouts, and you will have a price in under a minute — no signup required.