We are doing a new kitchen with antique white shaker cupboards & drawers and I'm thinking a painted, pressed metal splashback behind a free standing 90cm heritage style electric cooker and the subway tiles elsewhere. We are doing an oiled natural shaped huon pine slab for the main benchtop.

Go with your gut Tracy..... it is a big investment but I have found that if it makes you smile every time you walk into your kitchen you'll never regret it!!!! I've recently moved into a smaller downsized home with my 3rd black kitchen, with drawers, no cupboards, except for the pantry which we use as the crockery and wine glasses stash. Mine is matt but no handles = no hip bangers! I chose to use snow white stone bench tops, the walls are painted natural white while the floors are pale oak hybrid vinyl.

Having trouble deciding on a splash back for our kitchen, our freestanding oven and range hood are stainless and our fridge is matte black as is the kitchen. We are deciding between black or white or matte black glass splashback. Would love some help

Are you painting them yourself? Generally cabinetry providers have a range of colours or a brand of paint they colour match to. Determine the limits of your options is a good start. And are you seeking a modern country or a Hong Kong slick look?