Glass Splashbacks Gold Coast
REGAL supplies and installs custom glass splashbacks across the Gold Coast, Brisbane, and Tweed Heads. Everything we make is cut, back-painted, and processed in Brisbane — custom-made to the exact dimensions of your space, and installed by our own team here at REGAL.
Same-day quote. No obligation.
Family owned and operated, with over 50 years of combined experience in the glass industry. Established 2016.
Glass cut, back-painted and toughened in Brisbane. Australian-made aluminium. No imported pre-cut panels.
We visit on-site, measure to the millimetre, and provide a price the same day — no waiting.
We never subcontract. REGAL’s own installers handle every Gold Coast splashback job, start to finish.
Custom Glass Splashbacks, Made and Installed on the Gold Coast
Our range covers back-painted coloured glass splashbacks in virtually unlimited colours (pick your own paint colour), tinted mirror splashbacks (MirrorKote), Marble-look and many more — all made to measure.
All glass is toughened safety glass compliant with AS1288 and AS2208. Opti low-iron glass is available where colour accuracy matters most.
Getting a splashback quote on the Gold Coast is easy with REGAL. We visit the property, measure to the millimetre, and provide a price the same day. Our own team handles every installation — no subcontractors.
Gold Coast Glass Splashback Types — Which One Suits Your Space?
We make four distinct glass splashback types — each with a different look, set of properties, and price point.
| Back-Painted Coloured Glass | Tinted Mirror (MirrorKote) | Marble-Look (Bel Vetro) | Custom Printed Glass | |
| Best for | Bold colour, modern kitchens | Light-enhancing, compact spaces | Stone look without the cost or maintenance | Feature statements, custom imagery |
| Colour / finish options | Virtually unlimited — Opti glass for truest colour | Super Silver, Smokey, Bronze | 10 on-trend patterns | Any high-resolution image or design |
| Glass base | Toughened, back-painted | Tinted mirror glass | Toughened printed glass | Toughened glass, UV-printed |
| Applications | Kitchen, bathroom, laundry, feature wall | Kitchen, bathroom | Kitchen, bathroom, laundry | Kitchen, bathroom, laundry, feature wall |
| Price point | Mid-range | Mid-range | Mid-range | Premium |
| Key advantage | Seamless colour block, easy to clean | Adds light and space | Non-porous, no sealing, faster than stone | Completely unique to the space |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years | 2 years | 2 years |
Back-Painted Coloured Glass Splashbacks
Back-painted coloured glass splashbacks are made by applying paint to the back of toughened glass and viewing the colour through the face. This gives depth, a consistent gloss finish, and no visible coating texture. The colour range is virtually unlimited and can be matched to any paint system. For whites, creams, and light greys, Opti glass is worth specifying because it removes the green tint of standard glass for true colour accuracy. Heat-resistant and safe behind gas and electric cooktops, they’re non-porous, grout-free, easy to clean, and suit most kitchen and bathroom styles.
Most kitchens, bathrooms and laundries — the most commonly specified type
Tinted Mirror Splashbacks — MirrorKote
MirrorKote tinted mirror splashbacks come in Super Silver, Smokey, and Bronze finishes. What separates them from standard mirror is the tinted base, which softens the reflection and adds light and perceived depth without the stark reflectivity of clear mirror glass. Mirror splashbacks on the Gold Coast work especially well in smaller kitchens and bathrooms where that reflective quality helps the space feel larger. The trade-off is maintenance: fingerprints show more readily than on painted glass, so they need more frequent wiping. They suit contemporary and minimalist spaces, and pair well with black hardware or brushed hardware.
Smaller spaces where a reflective quality adds perceived size
Marble-Look Glass Splashbacks — Bel Vetro
Marble-look glass splashbacks use purpose-designed printed glass in 10 on-trend marble patterns. They’re worth considering against real marble for practical reasons: the surface is non-porous, requires no sealing, has no grout lines, and is easier to clean. Lead times are generally shorter, and the cost is lower than real marble or stone splashbacks and installation. The trade-off is consistency. The printed design gives a uniform pattern across the full panel, without the natural variation of stone. For most kitchen renovations, that’s not a drawback — just a predictable, low-maintenance finish that holds up well in a working kitchen.
Stone aesthetic without the cost, porosity or maintenance of natural marble
Custom Printed Glass Splashbacks
Custom printed glass splashbacks allow any high-resolution image or custom design to be digitally UV-printed to the back of toughened glass. Because the print sits behind the glass rather than on the surface, it’s fully protected, durable, heat resistant, and easy to clean. This makes it suitable for kitchens, bathroom renovations, laundries, and feature walls where you want something more individual than a plain colour or standard finish. Custom printed glass splashbacks on the Gold Coast are a practical option for both decorative and functional spaces.
Feature statements and spaces that need a completely unique result
Where Glass Splashbacks Work — Beyond the Kitchen
The most common application of glass splashbacks on the Gold Coast is in kitchens, but the same material also works in several other areas of the home.
Kitchen Splashbacks
Behind the cooktop (toughened heat-resistant glass required), behind the sink, as a full-width panel between benchtop and cabinets, or on an island bench front. The most common application.
Bathroom Splashbacks
Behind the vanity or across wet area walls — a practical alternative to tiles. No grout lines means no regrouting, and a non-porous surface handles constant moisture better over time.
Laundry Splashbacks
Behind tubs and benchtops — a durable, low-maintenance option in a space that painted surfaces and tiles don’t handle as well over time.
Feature Walls
Coloured or printed glass used as a living area accent or commercial fit-out element. A growing application for clients wanting something beyond a standard splashback.
During the on-site measure, we advise on the most suitable product type and installation approach for each location in your space.
Glass Splashbacks vs Tiles
| Glass Splashback | Tile Splashback | |
| Grout lines | None — seamless single panel | Yes — grout discolours and can mould over time |
| Cleaning | Single surface, wipe clean | Grout requires scrubbing; periodic re-sealing |
| Heat resistance | Yes — toughened glass is safe behind cooktops | Depends on tile type and adhesive |
| Colour options | Virtually unlimited (back-painted) | Limited to available tile ranges |
| Custom fit | Made to exact dimensions including all cut-outs | Tiled to fit — grout fills irregularities |
| Installation time | Faster — one panel, one visit | Longer — tile by tile, grout curing time |
| Cost | Higher upfront than basic tiles | Lower upfront; higher maintenance over time |
| Longevity | Very long with proper care | Depends on grout maintenance |
Glass splashbacks are not the cheapest option upfront. Against a basic tile job, it will cost more. But the maintenance difference is real and accumulates over time — no grout to reseal, no re-tiling when grout stains, no scrubbing around individual tiles. Most Gold Coast homeowners who have used both don’t go back to tiles for kitchen and laundry splashbacks.
Not sure which option you need?
If you’re still deciding between the two, the on-site measure is the right time to work through it — we can advise based on the specific space and how it’s used.
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All glass is toughened safety glass compliant with Australian Standards.
Glass Splashback FAQs — Gold Coast
Common questions from Gold Coast homeowners before requesting a quote.
Get a Fixed Price on Your Gold Coast Glass Splashback
The right glass kitchen splashback type depends on the space, the colour scheme, and how the room is used — and the on-site measure is where that decision gets confirmed with the right product in front of you. REGAL supplies and installs custom glass splashbacks across Gold Coast, Brisbane, and Tweed Heads. Every splashback is manufactured in our Nerang factory and installed by our own team.
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