Copper Backsplash Installation Guide

Installing a Natuross copper kitchen backsplash is simple. Most customers choose Adhesive Mount and install their panel directly over existing tile, drywall, wood, stone, brick, or metal.

Your backsplash arrives as a finished, sealed, custom-made panel. No sealing is needed before installation. Choose the mounting method that fits your wall, panel size, and project type.

Copper kitchen backsplash installed behind stove

1. Adhesive Mount

Most popular. Best for most stove and kitchen backsplash panels. Installs directly over tile, drywall, wood, stone, brick, or metal using construction adhesive, tile adhesive, silicone, or MS-polymer adhesive.

2. Screw Mount

Maximum strength. Best for large panels, fireplaces, outdoor areas, masonry walls, doors, or any project where extra mechanical support is preferred.

3. Hanging Wire

Decorative and removable. Best for signs, plaques, wall art, and panels you may want to move later. For permanent kitchen backsplash use, adhesive or screw mount is usually better.

Before You Measure

For tight spaces, we usually recommend making the backsplash about 1/8 inch smaller per side. This small allowance is normally not noticeable after installation and helps the panel fit more easily.

If your exact size is not listed, send your approximate width × height through live chat. Rough measurements are enough to start, and we can add your size with a direct order link.

Adhesive Mount, Most Popular

This is the easiest option and the method most customers choose for stove and kitchen backsplash panels. The panel installs like a wall tile, but it is one solid handmade metal panel instead of many small tiles.

  1. Make sure the wall is clean, dry, flat, and stable.
  2. Test-fit the panel before applying adhesive.
  3. Apply adhesive to the back of the panel only, not to the decorative front.
  4. Press the panel firmly into place and check that it is level.
  5. Use painter's tape only to help hold alignment while the adhesive cures.
  6. Allow the adhesive to cure fully according to the adhesive manufacturer's instructions.

Adhesive mount works over existing tile, drywall, wood, stone, brick, or metal when the surface is properly prepared.

Screw Mount, Maximum Strength

Screw mount is the strongest installation method. It is recommended for very large panels, outdoor areas, fireplaces, masonry walls, doors, or any installation where extra strength is desired.

  1. Hold the panel in position and mark the hole locations.
  2. Drill pilot holes. Use proper anchors if installing on drywall, tile, brick, stone, or masonry.
  3. Drive screws through the pre-drilled panel holes.
  4. Cover the screw heads with decorative caps.

The installer should choose anchors and fasteners suitable for the wall material and panel size.

Hanging Wire, Decorative and Removable

Hanging wire is best for decorative wall art, family name signs, house plaques, and panels that you may want to move later. It is not the main method we recommend for a permanent kitchen backsplash behind a stove.

  1. Install hooks, nails, or proper wall hangers at the correct spacing.
  2. Hang the panel using the attached wire or D-rings.
  3. Adjust until level.

Where It Can Be Installed

  • Behind stoves, ranges, and cooktops
  • Full kitchen walls and multi-panel backsplash systems
  • Under cabinets and side return panels
  • Kitchen sink areas, coffee bars, wet bars, and beverage stations
  • Fireplaces, feature walls, signs, plaques, and decorative panels
  • Indoor, outdoor, and wet-area projects when properly installed

Panel Details

  • Material: real copper, brass, or silver-finished metal, depending on the selected finish.
  • Metal thickness: 24 gauge, about 0.5 to 0.6 mm.
  • Backing: rigid 4 mm composite backing.
  • Total thickness: about 6 mm, close to 1/4 inch, similar to a wall tile.
  • Finish: sealed with a clear protective coating for everyday kitchen use.
  • Care: clean with a soft cloth, warm water, and mild dish soap.

Heat and Stove Use

Natuross copper backsplashes are designed for use behind stoves and ranges. The clear protective finish helps protect the metal from everyday kitchen use, grease, moisture, and fingerprints.

The panels are heat-resistant, but they are not fireproof. Keep at least 2 inches of clearance from any open flame and always follow your appliance instructions, building code, and local installation requirements.

Multi-Piece Backsplashes

If a backsplash is too large for one single panel, we make it as a coordinated multi-piece system. The main focal design, such as a tree, animal, medallion, or central artwork, is kept as one main piece whenever possible.

Side and border pieces are designed to match the center panel. Seams are placed at natural design breaks, not through the main subject.

Installation order: install the center focal panel first, then install the surrounding side or border pieces.

Installation FAQ

Can I install it over existing tile?

Yes. Most customers install directly over existing tile, as long as the surface is clean, dry, flat, and stable.

Can it be installed over drywall?

Yes. Adhesive mount works over drywall when the wall is clean, dry, flat, and properly prepared.

Do I need a special adhesive?

No special Natuross adhesive is required. Use a quality construction adhesive, tile adhesive, silicone, or MS-polymer adhesive suitable for your wall surface and installation area.

Do I need to seal the copper before installation?

No. Your panel arrives sealed with a clear protective finish. No sealing is needed before installation.

Can I install it myself?

Yes. Many customers install their backsplash themselves, especially with Adhesive Mount. Very large panels may be easier with two people.

Can it be used behind a gas stove?

Yes, it can be used behind gas stoves when installed with proper clearance. Keep at least 2 inches from any open flame and follow your appliance requirements.

Can you make cutouts for outlets or pot fillers?

Yes. We can prepare openings for outlets, switches, pot fillers, and other fixtures. Please send the approximate location and size before production.

Can I order a custom size?

Yes. If your exact size is not listed on the product page, send your width and height through live chat. We can add your custom size as a new option and send you the direct order link.

After Installation

Clean with a soft cloth, warm water, and mild dish soap. Do not use abrasive pads, harsh chemicals, strong degreasers, metal polish, or metal scrubbers.

The panel is made to be easy to live with. Grease, fingerprints, and everyday cooking splashes wipe from the sealed surface during normal kitchen cleaning.

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