Backsplash on a budget

[Antonio Lombardo]

I just had a vacancy come up on a rental in an area that calls for a tight budget. I like to have the best houses in the market and was wondering if anyone has explored inexpensive, unusual back splash options for the kitchen?

There's wallpaper behind the counter top now and I'd prefer go right over it. Funny how a new Formica counter top can be just as expensive as a 50 sqft back splash!

[David Niles]

Personally I would remove the wallpaper in the backsplash area as best you can, the tile will only be as strong as what its adhered to.