1. Pastel Patterns

Is there anything like a clear, blue-sky day to brighten your mood? Start your day with color therapy with the soft-pastel patterned Annie Selke Flora Vapor Blue floor tile. The Annie Selke Artisanal White handmade-look subway tile adds a craftsman look to this room.

2. Cloudy Mosaics

Even a cloudy sky can be beautiful. We love the mood created with the Winter Morning Glass and Athens Glass Mosaic blue shower tile shown here. The cool, reflective blue-grey tones give off calming vibes that will ease you into your day.

3. Artisanal Handmade Looks

The stunning artisanal appeal of handmade and handmade-look tile infuses your space with vibrant visual texture. The Cool Blue tile, shown here, offers the perfectly imperfect aesthetic of authentic handmade tiles, but with the added benefit of being easier to install (and more budget-friendly) thanks to its 12″ x 24″ format and pre-scored grout lines.

4. Abstract Patterns

Show off your artistic side with the Big Sur by Jeffrey Alan Marks in Off the Hook tile. The abstract blue glossy patterns, overlaid on a cream-colored matte base are designed to resemble glazed pottery. With six distinct tile faces, you can create a custom design that’s uniquely you.

5. Ornate Patterns

A charming floral or lace-like pattern adds a touch of grace to any space. In this cozy bathroom, Danielle Deming Home & Design paired the Zara Blue tile with a blue accent wall and modern fixtures, creating a unique transitional space. Discover how to achieve this traditional meets contemporary look in our guide to transitional design.

6. Bright Bold and Geometric

Add dimension to your walls with a bold geometric tile. The dark- and light-blue lines in the Blu Window Hex tile create dynamic visual interest on this wall. This blue bathroom tile works well with the simple accents and white fixtures.

7. Beach Vibes

The Summerland by Jeffery Alan Marks is everything we love about laid-back, seaside summers. The blue bathroom floor and wall tile is designed to look like faded linen embroidery, this patterned hexagon tile looks great paired with neutral accents and tile like the Tribeca Gypsum White. Discover more beachy style ideas in our guide to coastal chic design.

8. Denim Pattern

The Laura Ashley Star Cloud Blue is blue-jean dreams. With the fun and dimensional hexagon shape and the playful star pattern, this tile is casual yet chic. Pair it with a subtle white tile like the Penny Round Matte White to make this tile a standout.

9. Stylish Shower

A beautifully patterned or mosaic tile makes for a stunning tile focal point, sure to enliven any shower. Much like a decorative throw pillow on a white couch, placing the Annie Selke Aylin Blue tile in the center of the shower creates a designer moment without overwhelming the space.

10. Sleek Subway Tile

Always on trend and endlessly versatile, subway tile is a bathroom staple. This contemporary bathroom features Look Avio tile, which is installed in a grid pattern for a chic style that draws the eye. Discover more design ideas in this guide to subway tile layouts.

11. Boho Chic Design

This sapphire-hued bathroom from I SPY DIY is a boho dream! The Merrakesh Blue tile is used on the sink backsplash, while the Merrakesh Off White tile is incorporated in a checkerboard pattern along the shower wall, giving the space a unique yet simple design. If you love this artistic, eclectic style, check out our guide to boho chic design.

12. Blue Star

Modern farmhouse design tends to favor warm, earthy tones, but the Star Blue tile with its folk-art-inspired pattern will add a pop of cool color to your decor. We love how Z & Co. Designs paired this Americana pattern with contemporary hardware for a sleek, yet homey aesthetic. Discover how to achieve this cozy-chic style in our guide to modern farmhouse design.

Convinced that blue is your hue? Browse our wide assortment of blue bathroom tiles, and explore tons of unique tile combinations in real spaces with our Tile Visualizer, or schedule a free design consultation with our tile experts to get a jumpstart on your next project.

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Floor Tile: Quarry Grey Field

This no-nonsense tile is a favorite for commercial and outdoor spaces. Unlike our other man-made porcelain and ceramic tiles, this tile is unglazed, making it less likely to show chips and scratches. If you’re looking for a cost-effective and durable tile for a high-traffic mudroom or patio, the Quarry Grey Field tile (also available in Red) is an excellent choice. Shop our vast selection of floor tile to find the style to fit your space.

Marble-Look Tile: Tresana White Polished

One of our most popular categories, marble-look tile combines the luxurious beauty of natural stone with the durability and easy maintenance of porcelain and ceramic tiles. This year, warm-toned marble looks–like the Tresana White tile with its subtle brown veining–were among your favorites.

Subway Tile: Imperial Bianco Gloss

White subway tile remains an interior design staple, so it’s no surprise that the Imperial Bianco Gloss tile topped the category. This sleek, chic subway tile is versatile enough to complement a range of design styles, like this bathroom, designed by Jessica Bigham, which pays homage to 1930s Hollywood. Shop our wide selection of subway tile to find styles to fit your space, whether contemporary, retro or anything in between.

Handmade-Look Tile: Tribeca Gypsum White

Perfectly imperfect handmade-look tile mimics the uneven surface and tonal variations found in authentic handmade tiles but at a fraction of the cost. The greater consistency from tile to tile also makes installation easier. With its warm white color and worn edges, the chic Tribeca Gypsum White tile–inspired by the trendy Manhattan neighborhood of Tribeca–was your favorite artisanal-style tile of 2024.

Mosaic Tile: Hex Matte White with Black Flower

The retro-inspired Hex Matte with Black Flower tile was your favorite mosaic of the year, and we can see why! This funky, versatile tile pairs with so many styles and colors, offering a wealth of design possibilities–whether for an all-black-and-white space (like this graphic shower) or as a backsplash in a kitschy kitchen.

Luxury Vinyl Flooring: Timber Ridge Cashmere

A favorite among DIYers, luxury vinyl flooring is available in a variety of easy-to-install wood-, stone- and cement-look planks and tiles. The Timber Ridge Cashmere features realistic woodgrain details characteristic of high-quality wood-look luxury vinyl flooring, making it a perfect option for great rooms, kitchens or mudrooms.

Marble: Arctic White

Continuing the 2024 trend for warm neutrals, the Arctic White Brushed 12″ x 24″ tile topped the marble category. This extremely rare stone, sourced from a single Turkish quarry, is a Tile Shop exclusive. Use this tile to create a lush, luxurious design in your great room, kitchen or bathroom–like this opulent spa bath designed by Annie Selke. For more beautiful and unique looks, shop our wide selection of marble tile.

Slate: Adoni Black

Perfect for rustic outdoor installations or for adding natural texture to contemporary bathrooms or kitchens, slate remains one of our most popular stone tiles. The dark and expressive Adoni Black slate 8″ x 24″ was the fan-favorite slate tile. Shown here in the small Versailles pattern, this stone tile features ridge-like striations that create a distinct earthy texture. Shop our full assortment of slate tile to find organic looks for your space.

Travertine Tile: Legno

Travertine is a type of limestone formed by mineral springs. Available in a range of shades–from brown to beige to black–travertine tile features bold veining and color variations, creating rich, expressive designs. The top-selling Legno 12″ x 24″ tile, with its warm beige and white tones, showcases the softer side of this natural stone

Trim Tile: Hampton Carrara Polished Somerset

A Somerset (a Tile Shop-exclusive trim piece similar to a pencil trim, but with a rounded edge) provides a sleek transition between two surfaces–whether between two tiles or between a tile and a painted wall. The Tile Shop specially sources trim pieces, including Somersets, to coordinate with our most popular stone tile collections. The Hampton Carrara polished Somerset will complete your Hampton Carrara tile design or add a stylish accent to ceramic, porcelain or glass tile, as demonstrated in this beautiful bathroom. Finish your tile design with our wide selection of trim tile, available in a variety of styles and materials.

Discover more fan-favorite styles when you shop our best-selling tiles!

Let 2025 be the year you create the space of your dreams! The Tile Shop is here to help every step of the way with tile, tools and helpful advice to take your project from design to completion. Visit your local Tile Shop to get started.

Explore the other entries in our 2024 Year In Review Series:

Top 10 Bathrooms of 2024

Top 10 Kitchens of 2024

Top 10 Before and Afters of 2024

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Wood-Look Tile Pros:

Superior Durability

No need to worry about splinters–wood-look porcelain and ceramic tiles can withstand the wear and tear of everyday living for years, even in high-traffic areas. These man-made tiles are made from clay and fired in a kiln at high temperatures, making them resistant to scuffs and scratches from shoes, pets and furniture.

Easy Maintenance

Tile makes cleanup a breeze! Porcelain and ceramic wood-look tiles require little more than a mop, broom or vacuum to keep them looking like new. Unlike hardwood, porcelain and ceramic tiles don’t require regular sanding or refinishing. While you will need to clean the grout periodically, the materials are relatively inexpensive, and the process is easy to do on your own.

Water Resistance

Porcelain tile offers superior water resistance, making it ideal for areas where wood isn’t typically used, such as bathrooms and showers. It’s also an excellent choice for outdoor spaces, as its high-density composition can withstand the elements, even in regions with freeze-thaw conditions. Note: Always check the manufacturer’s recommendations for outdoor tile installation.

Style

Man-made wood-look tile offers styles you won’t find in nature, including patterns, colors and surface textures. For example, the current trend of fluted wood-look tile features raised “fluted” surfaces, adding a tactile element to your design. The textured wood look is becoming increasingly popular for walls, especially shower walls, due to its ability to stimulate the senses and create a stronger connection with nature.

Cost

The Tile Shop offers wood-look porcelain and ceramic tiles for under $3 per sq. ft., while natural hardwood typically ranges from $5 to $15 per sq. ft. If cost is a consideration in your renovation, consider durable and easy-to-install luxury vinyl flooring, which offers a wide range of wood-look styles starting at just $1.79 per sq. ft.

Wood-Look Tile Cons:

Authenticity

While technological advances have made the wood-grain details on tile nearly indistinguishable from the real thing, it still doesn’t fully replicate the natural look and texture of hardwood. However, wood-look tile is a great option for extending your wood design from the great room to high-traffic, high-spill or damp areas like a mudroom, kitchen or bathroom.

Installation

The tools and materials needed to lay tile (and the possible cost of hiring a professional) may make installation more expensive than hardwood. However, for a low-cost, DIY-friendly alternative, consider wood-look luxury vinyl flooring, which offers many of the same benefits as porcelain and ceramic tile but with easier installation.

Updating your space is easier than you think! Shop our wide assortment of wood-look tile to find your perfect style. Want to tackle your reno yourself? We have a vast resource of How-To Articles to help you every step of the way. Need more assistance? Visit your local Tile Shop showroom, where you’ll find the tile, tools and expert advice you need to get started.

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1. Embrace a Marble Collection

Our stone collections include a wealth of tile sizes, shapes and trim pieces so you can get an refined all-over marble look. This elegant bathroom features Calacata Evora marble throughout. The effect is a splendid space that will make your daily bathroom routine feel like a trip to the spa.

2. Mix Marble with Travertine

Mixing marble with other natural stone, such as travertine, is an excellent way to add visual texture to your space. This beautiful bathroom features a combination of Arctic White marble and Claros Silver travertine. The expressive details and veining inherent to the natural stone add to the richness of this space that integrates elements of “traditional” and “contemporary” design. If you love this look, read our comprehensive guide to “transitional design” for more ideas.

3. Add Elegance with a Waterjet Mosaic

High-powered water jets are used to create intricate, curved designs in marble resulting in these gorgeous mosaics. The Havana with White Nacre Stone tile shown here features gorgeous grey marble with mother-of-pearl floral details for a feminine and highly decorative look. Perfect either alone or paired with a matching marble tile, a waterjet mosaic tile will add charm and grace to your space.

4. Add Drama with Rich Veining

The expressive veining of the Macchia Vecchia tile used in this grand bathroom, designed by Nikki Chu, creates dramatic movement throughout this space. Though this tile is marble-look porcelain, the multiple tile faces provide variation, giving it a realistic appearance. The porcelain tile is paired with the Calacata Evora marble floor for a richly opulent space. For more of Nikki Chu’s fashion-forward room designs, check out this home tour.

5. Make it Moody with Grey Marble

Another lavish bathroom designed by Nikki Chu, this space features floor-to-ceiling Ashford Carrara marble. This lush grey-toned stone is available in several sizes and shapes, including hexagon tiles and trim tiles, to achieve this highly designed look.

6. Create an Enviable Space with Green Marble

Marble comes in many colors and can display dramatic or subtle veining. Here the opulent emerald tones of the Gem by Alison Victoria tile create a chic shower space. We love how the green shade of the wall tile is complemented with the green veining in the marble-look tile in the shower niche.

7. Win the Design with a Checkerboard Pattern

Add some whimsy to your luxurious marble design with a checkerboard pattern. This stylish bathroom, designed by Timber Trails, features the Hampton Carrara and Black Marquina tiles. The subtle veining in the black and white squares add depth to this simple design. Find more winning checkerboard tile patterns here.

8. Marble Bathroom Floor Tile Ideas

Marble tile makes for a luxurious and expressive bathroom floor, as evident in this refined space designed by Renovation Husbands. The Firenze Carrara tile features shades of white and light grey with dark grey veining that complements the rich cream of the walls and the black shower floor and accessories.

9. Create an Elegant Tile Wainscoting

This elegant bathroom, designed by Timber Trails, uses a tile wainscoting finished with the Siberian Pearl Cornice tile moulding. The inclusion of the hexagon tile on the floor gives this space both cohesion and distinction.

10. Elevate Your “Modern Farmhouse” Design with a Marble Hex

Love everything modern farmhouse? This comfy, cozy, chic style is even more elevated when you incorporate marble into your design. This bathroom, designed by The Grit and Polish, is a case in point. The Firenze Carrara Hex floor tile adds an air of luxury to this rustic space. For even more ideas on how to incorporate this style into your bathroom, check out these 11 Charming Modern Farmhouse Bathroom Ideas.

11. Create Movement with a Herringbone Pattern

Marble subway tiles offer a wealth of installation options, like this chic herringbone tile floor created with the Victoria Grey Dark tile. The zig-zag pattern enhances the rich movement of this dramatically veined tile for a floor that draws the eye across the room. For more subway tile layout ideas, checkout this helpful guide.

12. Add Traction to Your Shower with a Marble Mosaic Floor

An intricate mosaic not only adds beauty and interest to any space, it can also add traction to your bathroom or shower floors, helping prevent slippage. The Modena tile used on this chic shower features marble cut in diamond-shaped mosaic pieces. The effect is a lovely, unique and practical design.

13. Showcase Your Favorite Marble in a Shower Niche

If all-over marble isn’t your style (or isn’t in your budget), you can showcase a favorite tile in a smaller format by using it in a shower niche. The leaf-shaped Elia Polished by Alison Victoria tile, shown here, creates an elegant moment in this chic shower.

14. Stretch Your Budget by Pairing the Real Thing With Marble-Look

Love marble, but floor-to-ceiling application doesn’t fit in your budget? Pairing marble-look tile with the real thing can give you a luxurious space without breaking the bank. This room, designed by Jaimie Nelson, features the Bianco Puro Hex marble floor tile and the Lombardi White Matte marble-look wall tile. The effect is a gorgeous bathroom that expertly mixes natural and man-made materials.

It’s easier than ever to make your design dreams a reality with our free design services. If you’re looking for more inspiration, check out our 32 Bathroom Tile Ideas for 2024 or shop our full selection of marble tile to find more luxurious looks.

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1. Invigorate Your Senses With Beige Wood-Look Tile

Surrounding yourself with organic elements, like the wood-look and fluted texture of the Nidus Decor Mix tile, can offer the same mood boost you experience from being in nature. For more ideas on how to infuse your space with the pleasure of the outdoors, check out our guide to “biophilic design.”

2. Embrace Perfectly Imperfect Zellige Tile

Every tile in our Zellige collection is crafted, painted, and glazed by hand, ensuring one-of-a-kind character. This process results in subtle differences in tone, as evident in this gorgeous bathroom featuring the Zellige Alabaster Gloss tile. These tiles range in color from white to pink to beige, creating a unique space full of soft movement.

3. Create a Warm Space with Limestone

If you love natural stone and warm neutrals, you’re in luck! Marble, travertine and limestone are available in beautiful shades of beige. The Legno limestone tile used in this gorgeous bathroom features light, creamy tones with lots of soft veining for movement. This room maintains a simple color palette of beige, pink and white, creating a lush and serene space.

4. Use “Griege” For a Mix of Warm & Cool Tones

Grey-toned beige, or greige, combines both warm and cool neutrals for a space that is at once energizing and relaxing. Here the warm and cool tones are dramatically expressed in the Invisible Grey marble-look tile shower wall, but the griege Nord Ris Hex floor tile grounds this space in a solid neutral.

5. Layer Marble for a Rich, Luxurious Look

Elevate your tile design by layering stone shapes and trim. This luxurious shower features several tiles form our Queen Beige marble collection. The layering of the Barnes tile with the Dark Steel Somerset provides a stylish frame to the band of the Arabesque tile. The natural variation in color, in combination with the multiple shapes and sizes used throughout this design, create a rich and expressive space.

6. Modern Beige Bathroom Ideas

The bold, globally inspired pattern of the Nikki Chu Zulu Pumice tile brings a funky modern flair to this lovely beige space. This tile can be installed in a variety of ways for a truly unique design. We love how the lines of the arches are complemented by the strands of the rope chandelier.

7. Add an Air of Refined “Quiet Luxury”

This exquisite bathroom by Nikki Chu demonstrates how to achieve one of the most popular new design styles–quiet luxury. The light beige and brown veining in the marble-look backsplash and floor tile create a softness to this space, which is continued in the subtle texture of the handmade-look white subway tile. Discover more ways to incorporate this sophisticated minimalistic style in this comprehensive guide.

8. Try Taupe for Slightly Darker Tone

The Savannah Antique marble-look tile, used in this shower designed by Russo Residential, features bold grey and taupe veining on a crisp white background. The splendid color, slightly darker than traditional beige, creates a space that awakens the senses while still maintaining harmony.

9. Create Visual Texture with Handmade-Look Tiles

The purposeful small variations in color, tone and shape of handmade-look tile will add interest to your space. Take this bathroom with the beautiful Coco Canvas Glossy tile accent wall. The color shifts from tile to tile (and even within the tiles themselves) providing rich visual texture, while the soft beige tones maintain a tranquil space.

10. Show Your Stripes

Stripes of beige travertine and white marble gives this chic shower, designed by Timber Trails, a vibrant, yet calming feel. The soft veining in the Legno travertine tile cuts through the tile horizontally, adding a pleasant sense of movement. The sand-colored stripes are unique take on the “coastal chic” style, which you can read more about here.

11. Incorporate a Whimsical Pattern

The Laura Ashley Wicker Dove Grey tile’s beige background highlights the charming star pattern, which is based on textile prints from the iconic British brand. The whimsical pattern, paired with the blend of contemporary and traditional styles sink vanity and accessories, achieves a pleasing “transitional style” bathroom.

12. Beige Bathroom Floor Tile Ideas

Beige Claros Silver travertine provides the base to this luxurious wet room designed by Kelli Fontana Vogelgesang of West Bay Homes. The warm tones in this expressive natural stone provide contrast to the Atlanta White marble-look wall tile. The mix of warm and cool neutrals creates a sophisticated color palette that at once rejuvenates and soothes the senses.

Ready to create the stunning and serene space of your dreams? Shop our wide selection of beige tile to find your unique style, or discover many more bathroom tile ideas to inspire your next project.

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1. Keep it straight (stack)

The orderly rows of a vertical straight stack make for a design that’s neat in every sense of the word. The handmade-look Hackney Dark Blue tile shown here features rich teal and blue shades with a patina, giving this backsplash a sense of movement and expressive visual interest.

2. Make it Cool & Modern with a Vertical Offset

A vertical layout gives your space the illusion of height–perfect for a low-ceilinged shower. This chic space designed by Alison Victoria features her Tile Shop-exclusive Brick x Brick tile in Petal in a brick-lay layout turned 90-degrees. The beautifully textured subway tile is softened by the pretty pastel color, for look that’s slightly edgy, yet still feminine.

3. Mix Glossy & Matte for a Design that Shines

The band of glossy tile on this matte bathroom wall captures the light for an elegant design that adds brightness to the space. We love how the Coco Canvas Glossy tile are arranged in a vertical stripe, but you can achieve a similar look with alternating bands of glossy and matte without changing the tiles’ direction.

4. Black & White: a Classically Chic Combo

Black and white is a chic and timeless neutral pairing. This shower features the Tribeca Basalt and the Tribeca Gypsum White tiles color blocked walls paired with the black-and-white patterned Summerland by Jeffery Alan Marks in Toro tile. The basic color pairing is easily updated with colored accessories as trends (or your mood) change.

5. Go Both Ways With a Grid Stack

Add interest to your design by mixing horizontal and vertical tiles in a grid stack. This elegant modern, bathroom features the Look Avio tile in alternating stacks of four. The orderly rows create movement that draws the eye across the wall, and we love how the contrasting white grout joints are used to further accentuate this design.

6. White Subway Tile Bathroom Ideas

Just like the original pieces designed for the New York subway system, these rectangular white tiles give off the appearance of modern cleanliness. Whether you install them in a traditional brick lay or a chic herringbone–like the one used in this “modern farmhouse” bathroom designed by I SPY DIY–you can’t go wrong with this timeless and versatile tile.

7. Retro Subway Tile Ideas

The addition of trim pieces takes this subway tile backsplash from ordinary to extraordinary. The Imperial Bianco Gloss REL tile provides a finishing piece with a rounded corner along one side, while the Black High Pencil Liner is a sophisticated detail that adds to this space’s retro glam appeal.

8. Large Subway Tile Ideas

A large subway tile, like the 6″ x 16″ Laura Ashley White Beveled tile shown here, will help create the illusion of a larger space. The recessed edges of add dimension through the play of shadows and light, emphasizing the edges of these extra-large rectangular tiles.

9. Embrace “Quiet Luxury” with Handmade-Look Tile

The soft, uneven surface of the Argile Matte White subway tile, used in this serene bathroom designed by Nikki Chu, exemplifies the hand-crafted opulence of the “quiet luxury” trend. Discover more ways to integrate quiet luxury into your tile design in this comprehensive guide.

10. Pair Subway with Large-Format Tile

You don’t need to commit your entire bathroom space to a single wall tile. The versatility of subway tile makes it an excellent complement to a large-format tile, like the Invisible Grey marble-look tile used for the shower wall in this modern bathroom. The Splendor Blanco handmade-look tile matches the white in the larger tile, allowing for the bold veining to be the standout.

11. Small Bathroom Subway Tile Ideas

Make a big impact in a small space with a subway tile floor design. This powder room designed by Coco & Jack features the Claros Silver tumbled travertine subway tile for a rustic, brick look. Though this tile looks rough, it is actually quite smooth underfoot, adding character to this modern farmhouse space without skipping on the comfort. Read our guide to modern farmhouse style for more comfy-chic tile design ideas.

Inspired to transform your bathroom with this classic tile shape? Shop our full selection of subway tiles and discover more layout ideas in this helpful guide. Found a tile you love? Order a sample to see it in your space, or use our Tile Visualizer to help envision your project.

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1. Create a Statement Wall Masterpiece

This expressively original tile from celebrated designer Jeffrey Alan Marks takes its inspiration from glazed pottery. Atop a cream-colored matte base, the abstract glossy blue with patina design captures the light as it moves across the room. The Big Sur tiles are available in Sea Spray and Off the Hook (shown here) and include six distinct tile faces that offer countless design possibilities.

2. Add Visual Texture With Textile-Inspired Designs

This delightful bathroom demonstrates how pattern can create texture to your space. The raised woven design of the Annie Selke Crosshatch Soft Pink tile invokes the soft look of textiles, which is echoed in background of the charming bird mural. The effect is a tactile space that is at once elegant and inviting.

3. Showcase Your Personality with a Distinctive Design

The open edged-pattern of the Nikki Chu Zulu Graphite tile allows for creativity in designing a layout. The tile faces can be installed any way you desire– end to end for a circular pattern, facing the same way for an orderly line of arches, or in alternating patterns as shown here. Whatever way you choose, this globally inspired design will create a distinctly modern space. Shop our new and exclusive Nikki Chu collection for more bold and eclectic styles.

4. Fill Your Space With Whimsical Charm

Pour a cup of tea and delight in “English cottage” style. Evoking drawing rooms straight out of a Jane Austen novel, the Laura Ashley Wexbord Midnight tile (also available in Fresh Green) is based on historic prints from the iconic British brand. This delicate floral motif would also look stunning in a “modern farmhouse” design. Shop our exclusive Laura Ashley collection for more charming patterns.

5. Create Interest: Stripe Shower Tile Pattern Ideas

A tiled picture frame or stripe, like the one created here using the Trois Bandes geometric patterned tile, will give your shower a natural focal point. While this look can be created with any tile placed within a trim border, showcasing a favorite patterned tile will add an artistic flair to your space.

6. Show Off Your Artistic Side with a Tiled Picture Frame

Like the tile stripe, a tiled picture frame is a decorative addition that will enhance any design. Most popular for showers and stove backsplashes, this feature can be used to highlight a beautiful pattern or mosaic tile. We love how this transitional kitchen uses a simple somerset trim piece to frame the Vintage Nero patterned tile.

7. Decorate Your Niche With a Stunning Pattern

A shower niche provides a stylish and function place to showcase a patterned tile in a small format. This shower designed by Haneen’s Haven features a double niche with the Saltus tile displayed in both. The detailed black and white nature scene has the appearance of wallpaper, creating an unexpected and highly designed moment recessed in the white subway tile wall.

8. Make a Statement With This Bathroom Tile Pattern Idea

The interlaced black squares of the Hampton Carrara Geo Mosaic with Noir tile makes an elegant focal point on this shower wall. The “pattern” in this tile is created through the repetition of intricately cut pieces of marble, and the effect is a stunning and chic statement piece full of shape and movement. Shop our full selection of mosaic tile to turn your bathroom into a masterpiece.

9. Mix a Patterned Tile With a Bold Wall Print

The Amazonia Emerald Tropic tile adorns the floor and half the wall in this vibrant bathroom designed by Bailey Li. The mix of the nature-inspired patterned hexagon tile with the bold gold leaf wallpaper on the top half of the wall, makes this space come alive with movement and greenery. For more ideas on how to infuse your space with the natural themes, materials and colors of “biophilic design,” check out this comprehensive guide.

10. Make Your Walls “Pop” With 3D Patterned Tiles

Texture and pattern are one in the same with a 3D patterned wall tile like the 4-D Nature White tile shown here. With its raised tree branch design, this tile adds a tactile dimension to this transitional kitchen backsplash. Shop our full assortment of 3D tile to discover more ideas.

11. Adorn Your Space With This Great Floor Tile Pattern Idea

If you’re short on wall space, let your floors be the canvas. Based on iconic British designer William Morris’s 19th-century wallpaper patterns, the Pure Net Black Ink tile (also available in the popular Linen and Cloud Grey colors) features an ornate floral motif that adds sophistication to this charming kitchen. For more historic designs from the founder of the Arts and Crafts movement, shop our exclusive Morris & Co. collection.

12. Create Custom Designs With These Hexagon Tile Pattern Ideas

Black and white and on-trend, this hexagon tile bathroom is custom design done right. Created using the Hex tile in Black and White paired with the Hex Matte White and Black Flower floor tile, this unique shower showcases a bold and chic pattern. We love the way the white hexagon tiles create diamond shapes in the black background tying into the black and white floral floor design without mirroring it completely.

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1. Enhance the Spaces that Elevate Your Day

When approaching any design, it’s important to assess what you value so you know where to invest. If you don’t have the budget for a whole-home makeover, start with the spaces where you start your day, or the rooms where you spend the most time. You probably begin your day in your kitchen or bathroom, where you make coffee and take a shower. Choosing a design that will invigorate you in the morning will help you start your day off right.

2. Invest In What You Love

Do you adore the look of real marble? Have you fallen in love with a beautiful mosaic or gorgeous pattern? If your budget doesn’t allow for you to use your dream tile throughout your space, try incorporating it into your design in smaller ways. A shower niche or picture frame provides a limited format that will make your decorative tile the focal point.

3. Mix Marble-Look Tile with Real Marble

Wondering how to update bathroom tiles on a budget? Mixing marble-look tile with real marble tile is a great way to achieve an affordable bathroom tile design. This luxurious bathroom features the Volkas marble tile ($23.89/sq. ft.) throughout, but if you’re working within a budget, you can still get this look with the Volkas porcelain tile ($5.09/sq. ft.). The realistic veining and coloring of the man-made tile mimics the appearance of the higher price-point marble tile. You can elevate your design by incorporating real marble trim and accent pieces. The Elia Honed by Alison Victoria tile, used for the accent wall in this bathroom, makes a stunning shower niche (as shown in the above photo).

4. Choose an Affordable Alternative

Here’s a budget shower tile idea: choose an affordable alternative to your favorite tile. Compare the Cool Blue tile ($6.99/sq. ft.) in this shower to the Marrakesh Blue tile ($13.29/sq. ft.) used for the kitchen below. Both tiles feature the color variation and uneven surface texture characteristic of handmade-look tiles. The difference is the Cool Blue tile comes in a 12″ x 24″ pre-scored sheet, giving the appearance of individual tiles, but making for easier installation. We love how this shower embraces the features of this tile, using wider grout joints between the sheets as an innovative design element.

5. Stay True to Your Aesthetic

Even if you’re working within a budget, you want to make sure you’re staying true to your preferred style. This chic industrial bathroom designed by Kelli Fontana Vogelgesang of West Bay Homes features the Softcement Graphite tile, an affordable floor option at only $5.99/sq. ft. The cement look is perfectly keeping with the moody aesthetic of this bathroom.

Whether you’re looking for budget shower tile ideas, or a kitchen refresh that doesn’t break the pocketbook, you’ll find tile for every budget and style at The Tile Shop. Find a local store or schedule a free design consultation to get started on your project! For more advice, watch as our Director of Design Kirsty Froelich explains how to choose tile for your budget.

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1. Subway Tiles

Take subway tile beyond the walls! The Argile Matte White handmade-look subway tile shown here is installed in a straight stack to mirror the wall tiles. The effect is a neat and orderly cohesion that keeps with the minimalistic theme of this small kitchen. Discover all the ways you can install your subway tile in this helpful guide.

2. Modern Farmhouse Kitchen Floor

If Joanna Gaines is your style icon, then your ideal kitchen is probably large, homey and features a farmhouse sink. But you don’t need a space large enough to feed a herd of cattle hands to get an authentic modern farmhouse look. The Annie Selke Farmhouse Hex (shown here in White and Sage Green) will turn even a small space into a cozy-chic haven. For more ideas on incorporating modern farmhouse style into your design, check out this style guide.

3. Antique Floor Tiles

If you want your new tile floor to have a lived-in look, then choose a tile with a natural weathered look like the Antique tile. Shown here in a charming Green and Grey pattern, the tile’s aged appearance perfectly complements the rustic wooden cabinets and handmade-look tile backsplash. We love how the coordinating tile makes the small space feel cohesive and uncluttered.

4. Large-Format Wood-Look Tile

Like the look of wood but are afraid it won’t hold up to the messes in the kitchen? Durable, water-, scratch- and stain-resistant wood-look tile features authentic wood-grain looks that are easy to clean and won’t trap bacteria. The Manhattan Mercury tile features a contemporary take on traditional parquet floors and as an added bonus, the large format makes this small space appear more expansive.

5. Black-and-White Patterns

A black-and-white tile floor will allow for pops of color elsewhere in your space like the antique blue china hutch in this cozy and charming kitchen designed by The Whitley Co. Because the base of this space is the Bolshoi Negro black-and-white tile, the cabinetry and appliances can easily be painted or swapped out to change the aesthetic.

6. Chic Boho Designs

If your style leans towards the eclectic and carefree, a boho-inspired design like the Annie Selke Aylin Blue tile shown here, will infuse your space with a worldly charm. Inspired by vintage block prints, this stunning design elevates this small space with chic sophistication.

7. Hexagon Mosaic

This charming Hex Matte White with Black Flower tile floor is versatile enough to complement a variety of design styles. We love how it looks in this minimalist kitchen with modern farmhouse details, but the simple black-and-white pattern would look stunning with a brightly colored wall or sleek blonde wood cabinets.

8. Understated Encaustic Looks

The Decora Calypso encaustic-look tile floor features a muted grey and light-blue design that’s pretty without being overwhelming. With a cement look in a durable porcelain tile format, this tile has old-world charm with a color palette that will enliven white cabinets or blend well with a bolder aesthetic.

9. Stunning Star Pattern

The folk-art-inspired patterned tile is the star of this cute kitchen. While the Star handmade-look tile has an antique appearance, the green cabinets and brass range hood keep this space looking fresh and modern. The color choices and finishes chosen by Callaway Home Improvements prove that this tile is versatile enough to complement a range of aesthetics.

10. Ornate Wallpaper Patterns

If you don’t have enough wall space to showcase an ornate pattern, let the floor be your canvas. The Morris & Co. Pure Net Black Ink tile is based on the iconic British designer’s classic wallpaper designs and is just as charming for a floor as it is on a wall. Shop our exclusive Morris & Co. Collection for more artisanal colors and patterns.

11. Limestone Checkerboard

Checkerboard makes for fun and classic floors. This chic kitchen designed by Timber Trails uses Silver Mist and Noir limestone tiles for a winning floor design. We love how the natural veining in the stone adds interest to this floor. The muted black, white and grey tones throughout the room give this space a moody, elevated aesthetic, but we could see these chic floors being incorporated into a more colorful design.

12. Versailles Pattern

Squares and rectangular tiles of various sizes go into creating a classic Versailles pattern. The Queen Beige Tumbled Small Versailles marble floor tile contributes to the classiness of this chic, modern kitchen designed by Wit and Delight. The subtle design and muted color blend with the boldly veined marble backsplash and countertops, but it is elegant enough to elevate the space.

Ready to tackle your kitchen reno? Discover even more ideas to redo your limited culinary space with 12 Small Kitchen Backsplash Tile Ideas for 2024. Or, if you’re looking for some guidance on an upcoming project, set up a free design consultation to get advice from our tile experts.

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