Description
Premium Cut To Size Brushed Gold Splashback Information
Gold Aluminium Composite Splashback
Add warmth, luxury, and modern sophistication to your home with our Brushed Gold Aluminium Composite Splashback. Designed to combine elegant aesthetics with everyday practicality, this gold-effect splashback offers the appearance of real metal while remaining lightweight, durable, and easy to maintain.
Manufactured using advanced aluminium composite technology, each panel features a strong polyethylene core bonded between two aluminium sheets to create a rigid, anti-flex splashback suitable for kitchens, bathrooms, utility rooms, and commercial interiors.
Every splashback is precision cut to your exact measurements and pressure tested by our splashback specialists to ensure a premium finish and long-lasting performance.
Perfect for use as a:
- Gold kitchen splashback
- Metallic wall panel for modern interiors
- Splashback behind hobs and cookers
- Bathroom splashback behind sinks and vanity units
- Easy-clean alternative to traditional tiles
Why Choose Our Gold Splashbacks?
- Custom cut to your exact size requirements
- Stylish metallic gold-effect finish
- Durable 3mm aluminium composite construction
- Lightweight yet rigid anti-flex material
- Heat resistant for use behind kitchen hobs (minimum 150mm clearance required)
- Waterproof and suitable for bathrooms and wet areas
- Easy to clean with a smooth hygienic surface
- Quick DIY installation with no specialist tools required
- Can be drilled, screwed, riveted, or bonded without cracking
- Will not tarnish or discolour over time like real metal finishes
Custom Socket & Corner Cut-Outs
Need cut-outs for plug sockets, switches, extractor hoods, cabinets, or awkward corners? We can manufacture your gold splashback to suit your exact layout.
Simply enter your measurements above or send us a drawing with your required dimensions and cut-out details. For more intricate spaces, we can create a technical drawing for approval before production to ensure a precise fit.
For additional peace of mind, you can also purchase one of our splashback templates to help confirm measurements before manufacturing begins.
Please note: delays in approving technical drawings may affect dispatch times.
Easy DIY Splashback Installation
Our gold aluminium composite splashbacks are specifically designed for easy DIY fitting, making them ideal for homeowners, landlords, kitchen fitters, and renovators.
For best results, we recommend using CT1 sealant adhesive to secure the splashback safely to the wall. Our optional fixing kit includes everything needed for installation.
Fixing Kit Contents
- 1 x Low Modulus Silicone Mastic Glue
- 1 x Wet & Dry Sandpaper
- Spacers and wedges for levelling panels
- Full installation instructions
One tube of silicone adhesive is suitable for fixing approximately 1.5m² of splashback material.
Frequently Asked Questions
Product Information
Q: What is gold aluminium composite?
A: Gold aluminium composite is a lightweight layered panel made from a durable polyethylene core bonded between two thin sheets of aluminium with a gold-effect finish. It is designed to provide the appearance of brushed or polished metal while remaining rigid, lightweight, waterproof, and easy to maintain.
Q: What thickness should a kitchen splashback be?
A: Our gold splashbacks are manufactured at 3mm thickness, providing an ideal balance of rigidity, durability, and lightweight handling for kitchen and bathroom installations.
Q: How long does a gold splashback last?
A: With proper installation and care, a gold aluminium composite splashback is designed to last for many years without fading, cracking, or deteriorating.
Heat Resistance & Performance
Q: Can this splashback be used behind a gas hob?
A: Yes, our aluminium composite splashbacks are suitable for use behind gas and electric hobs provided there is a minimum distance of 150mm from the heat source.
Q: Are gold splashbacks heat resistant?
A: Yes, aluminium composite splashbacks are heat resistant and specifically designed for kitchen environments, including areas behind cookers and hobs.
Q: Are gold-effect splashbacks waterproof?
A: Yes, aluminium composite splashbacks are waterproof and suitable for kitchens, bathrooms, utility rooms, and other moisture-prone environments.
Q: Do aluminium composite splashbacks crack like glass?
A: No, aluminium composite splashbacks are highly durable and far less likely to crack or shatter than glass splashbacks, making them a practical choice for busy homes and DIY installations.
Design & Style
Q: Are gold splashbacks suitable for modern kitchens?
A: Yes, gold-effect splashbacks are popular in modern, luxury, industrial, and contemporary kitchen designs because they add warmth, texture, and a premium metallic finish.
Q: Is a gold aluminium composite splashback better than tiles?
A: Many homeowners choose aluminium composite splashbacks over tiles because they provide a seamless modern finish with no grout lines to clean. They are easier to maintain, quicker to install, and create a sleek contemporary appearance.
Q: What is the advantage of aluminium composite over glass splashbacks?
A: Aluminium composite splashbacks are lighter, less prone to cracking, easier to cut and install, and often more cost-effective than glass alternatives.
Q: Why choose aluminium composite instead of stainless steel splashbacks?
A: Aluminium composite splashbacks are lighter, easier to install, available in more decorative finishes, and typically provide a more affordable alternative to stainless steel.
Installation & Measuring
Q: How do I measure a custom splashback?
A: Simply measure the width and height of the required area and provide details for any socket or corner cut-outs. For more complex spaces, we recommend submitting a drawing or ordering a template. If you would like a step-by-step guide, check out our how to measure for your splashback guide here.
Q: Can gold splashbacks be cut to fit awkward spaces?
A: Yes, all of our gold splashbacks can be custom cut to your measurements, including socket cut-outs, corner cut-outs, extractor spaces, and angled walls for a precise fit.
Q: Can I install an aluminium composite splashback over existing tiles?
A: In many cases, yes. If the existing tiled surface is flat, clean, and secure, the splashback can often be installed directly over the tiles using adhesive.
Cleaning & Maintenance
Q: Are gold splashbacks easy to clean?
A: Absolutely. The smooth non-porous surface can be cleaned easily using a soft cloth and warm soapy water, making it ideal for kitchens and bathrooms.
Q: How do you clean a gold aluminium composite splashback?
A: Simply wipe the surface with a soft cloth and warm soapy water. Avoid abrasive cleaners to maintain the finish and shine.
