I have medium oak cabinets, black granite counters, and stainless steel appliances.

I don't love the cabinets, but can't afford to replace them. I want to dress up the room with a back splash...and I would also be open to changing the light green (sage) paint color. Would love to hear suggestions. I like traditional neutral colors...nothing super bold.

Thanks!

I have just finished putting up a new ceramic backsplash which doesn't go up to the top of the cabinets so I have to cap the top of it somehow. No idea how...in my kitchen it's similar and finished with grout. How do I get the line of grout so perfect and straight when the tiles are spaced and somewhat rounded edges...please help. Send links if possible.