Glass Splashback Cost Calculator
Estimate the cost of a glass splashback for a kitchen or bathroom. Enter the area, toughened coloured glass is the classic option, with printed and mirror splashbacks costing more, plus cut-outs for powerpoints.
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Each powerpoint and tap needs a precise cut-out made before the glass is toughened, you cannot drill it afterwards. Confirm every cut-out at the template stage, a mistake means a new panel.
Glass splashbacks are seamless (no grout), easy to clean and available in any colour. They are made to measure and toughened, so the template and cut-outs must be exact, changes after toughening mean a new panel.
💰 Ways to save
- Standard coloured glass is cheaper, use low-iron only for whites and pale colours where the green tint shows.
- Confirm every cut-out at the template stage, errors mean a whole new panel.
- A glass splashback avoids ongoing grout cleaning, factor the long-term convenience.
How we estimate this
A glass splashback in Australia typically costs around $500 to $900 per square metre supplied and installed in 2026, with printed and low-iron glass higher. A standard kitchen splashback is often $1,000 to $2,500.
Pricing reviewed: November 2026.
Pricing reviewed November 2026. Indicative Australian costs, not a quote.
Understanding glass splashback costs in Australia
A glass splashback in Australia typically costs around $500 to $900 per square metre supplied and installed in 2026, with printed and low-iron glass higher. A standard kitchen splashback is often $1,000 to $2,500.
Glass splashbacks are made to measure and toughened, so the template and cut-outs for powerpoints and taps must be exact, you cannot modify the glass after it is toughened. Low-iron glass shows pale colours truer but costs more.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a glass splashback cost in Australia?
Roughly $500 to $900 per square metre supplied and installed in 2026, so a standard kitchen splashback is often $1,000 to $2,500. Printed and low-iron glass cost more.
Is a glass splashback cheaper than tiles?
Often similar, but glass is seamless with no grout to clean and comes in any colour. Tiles can be cheaper for the material but add grouting labour. Glass must be measured and cut precisely before toughening.
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