After removing the wallpaper backsplash, we found laminate. Because the current countertops were installed over the previous countertops locking the laminate backsplash in place, we decided to look for an option to go over the laminate. Once we found Smart Tiles, we primed the laminate (it was already painted, so we wanted a clean layer) and waited for the purchase to arrive. The tiles were extremely easy to cut and install with a little patience in getting things to line up. People instantly think it's real tile. The Muretto Durango color and pattern worked wonderfully with the off white countertops and heavily grained cabinets. We've since removed the wallpaper from our laminate backsplash to update our kitchen!