Looks great from what is shown, but could you post a photo showing the whole kitchen please? I am having the same dilemma and very keen to see more of your tiles.

Have you considered just using stainless steel sheet. I have done this in three properties. It looks good and is relatively cheap. I have details of a supplier that I have used in each case if you need it.

Hi Mc10. I bought the Calcatta subway tiles on a mesh and will use this Lithofin MN Stain-Stop Tile Sealer once every 3 years. I’m still in the middle of the kitchen reno but got my marbles and they’re exquisite. https://marbleceramiccorp.com.au/lithofin-sealant-germany/1026-lithofin-mn-stain-stop.html?gclid=Cj0KCQjwr-SSBhC9ARIsANhzu16AK7RpYQb4yMtmHougfhBuuiyMAu930aAIj-0gu55tx1mM4dc-IOkaAr-ZEALw_wcB

Have you finalised your selections? If you haven’t I’d pause them until you finalise the splashback decision. I can only see the bench top on the screen but it doesn’t look as though it would work with cream - have you seen the two materials together?