12 Brilliant White Bathroom Tile Ideas

From crisp ceramic to rich marble, white tile will make any space feel bright and clean–perfect for a bathroom! Read on for 12 stunning ideas to rejuvenate your space.

1. Embrace Handcrafted Elegance

Zellige tiles are cut, painted and glazed by hand, ensuring that each piece is truly unique. This bathroom designed by @forgegrove features the Zellige White Gloss tile paired with brass hardware for authentic elegance. The tiles’ slight variations in size and coloration create an uneven surface, adding lots of visual texture within the neutral color palette.

2. Create a Neat Design With Subway Tile

Arrange your tile in a vertical straight stack for crisp, orderly lines that that enhance the fresh, clean aesthetic of traditional white subway tile. This shower designed by Restor Homes shows how this simple layout can make an impact. The stacked tiles paired with the brass shower gives this space a cool, contemporary feel.

3. White Bathroom Floor Tile Ideas

A white tile floor is a nice base for any room, and we love how the Hampton Carrara Hex tile used in this chic bathroom designed by Timber Trails coordinates with the cool neutrals in this stylish space. The serene wall color brings out the soft grey veining in the marble tile, while the hexagon shape adds a sense of movement and sophistication.

4. Mix Glossy & Matte Finishes

A glossy finish creates a reflective surface, which, when paired with a matte finish, creates a stunningly subtle design. The alternating stripes of the Coco White Glossy and Matte tiles shown here use natural light to add brightness and interest to this contemporary bathroom.

5. Make a Big Impact With Large-Format Tiles

One of our favorite trends in tile is also one of the biggest literally and figuratively. Large-format tiles require fewer grout joints, giving your space an expansive, cohesive look. The bold grey veining on the oversized Elite Renoir tile used in this bathroom designed by Sara Matos Interior Designs adds dramatic movement along a sleek bathroom wall and tub surround.

6. Make a Point With Picket Tile

A twist on traditional subway, picket tile is popular for its unique shape and off-center layout. This bathroom pairs the Lanse Matte White Picket tile with a sleek sink and contemporary accessories for an ultra-modern look.

7. Add Subtle Contrast with Beige Grout

The grout you choose can drastically alter your tile design. A contrasting black or dark grey grout will create drama, while white grout lines recede so tiles appear to blend together. For subtle contrast, choose a light neutral shade like the beige grout used in this bathroom. The soft coloring brings out the warm tones in the sink and countertop and contrasts nicely with the black hardware for a chic, contemporary look.

8. Make Waves for a Softer Design

The gentle curves of the Wave White tile soften this modern design for a calming effect. The wave pattern is perfect for a “coastal chic” designs. Pair this tile with blue or sand-colored paint and accessories for an elevated beachy vibe.

9. Add Softness With Honed Marble

A honed finish adds softness and depth to marble without the reflective shine of polished stone. Here San Dona honed marble is used throughout the space for an elegant, cohesive look, but you could easily incorporate satin-finish or polished pieces to highlight certain areas or bring brightness to your design.

10. Play With Pattern

Good news! You can still incorporate pattern into your white bathroom. The subtle white-on-taupe motif of the Annie Selke Flora Coconut Milk tile on the upper walls of this transitional shower lends a botanical flair to this otherwise simple tile design. The effect is a rich space that still maintains a soft, neutral color scheme.

11. Create Charm With a Mosaic

Available in a wide variety of sizes, shapes and patterns, mosaic tile usually incorporates smaller pieces–perfect for creating traction on a bathroom or shower floor or for decorating a wall like this modern bathroom. The small, elongated bar shapes of the KitKat White mosaic tile add texture to this relaxing and charming space.

12. Infuse Your Space With “Quiet Luxury”

Authentic and elegant, marble is at the forefront of one of our favorite trends–quiet luxury. This bathroom features Volkas marble throughout for a lush space that’s full of natural movement and tones of grey and beige. If your aesthetic leans towards elevated, subtle splendor, read more on how to create a quiet luxury space with tile.

To discover all the possibilities of this brilliant neutral, shop our full selection of white tile. Find more bathroom inspo, check out our 32 Bathroom Tile Design Ideas for 2024. Or, if you’re looking for guidance on an upcoming project, set up a free deign consultation to get advice from our tile experts.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Hi! I'm Eimile, Marketing copywriter. What I love about working at The Tile Shop is getting to see all the new design trends. I especially love bright, bold colors and retro designs. When I'm not writing copy, I'm usually reading a novel or taking a walk around my Minneapolis neighborhood.

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