Thinking about installing a backsplash

Thanks, All! After gathering up and "processing" all of the info that you have given me, I know which route I am going. After Income Taxes are done and back, I am going to do the Smart Tiles. And I am increasing the area just a bit. Was only going part way up the wall on one side of the stove, then was trying to figure out what to do for a top border. But I am going to go all the way up instead. And there's a good "stopping point" just past the stove, too. Will let you all know how it turns out. I'm EXCITED!!! And, in one of the links, someone said that unless you had plenty of experience cutting out paper dolls, don't do it. I am going to show that tidbit to DH and use it to keep him out of my way :B I am the oldest of 5 girls, so paper-doll cutting is not a problem! Heehee!