20 Welcoming Entryway & Foyer Tile Ideas for 2025

You don’t need to live in a mansion to create a grand entrance to your home; these fabulous foyer tile ideas will create a welcoming space for your guests and family. Explore twenty entryway tile ideas and shop our wide selection of entryway tiles to get started. Need more assistance? Visit your local Tile Shop showroom or schedule a free design consultation and let us help bring your dream space to life!  

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Subway Tile

Highly versatile, subway tile comes in a wide variety of colors, styles and sizes. Here, the long, thin Organic Clay Taupe tile is installed in a classic brick-lay design, while the Jerica Ceniza floor tile forms a herringbone pattern. The different styles and stunning neutral tones complement each other, creating an elegant transitional design. Discover more subway tile layout ideas here

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Parquet Wood-Look Tile

The long, slim California Wood Mini Parquet Wood Look tile offers a wide array of design possibilities. Here, Timber Trails has arranged the 2" x 16" greige tile in a herringbone pattern. The zigzag adds movement to this stylish entryway. 

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Boho Chic Design

Incorporating globally inspired patterns and eclectic elements, "boho chic" design emphasizes infusing your space with a sophisticated artistic sensibility. In this cultured entryway, the Annie Selke Ikat Black tile exemplifies the style with its Indonesian tie-dye design. Discover more ways to achieve boho chic design in your space here.

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Bold Patterned Wall Tile

Easy-to-clean porcelain and ceramic tile protect your walls from messes—ideal for households with children or pets. The bold, graphic pattern on the Nikki Chu Tangier Graphite tile is as detailed as any wallpaper, with the durability of porcelain tile. If you love this eclectic, fashion-forward style, explore our exclusive collection by celebrity designer Nikki Chu.

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Dark Wood-Look Floor Tile

Durable, scratch- and stain-resistant wood-look tile is an excellent choice for high-traffic entryway floors. Available in a wide variety of colors and styles—like the dark-wood parquet-look Viggo Nogal tile shown here—the realistic wood-grain details provide an authentic wood-floor appearance. Shop our full selection of wood-look tile to find the perfect style for your space. 

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“English Cottage” Patterns

Like your favorite tea, English cottage style is cozy, comforting and sophisticated. This design style—close kin to the popular "granny chic decor"— incorporates whimsical patterns, pastel color palettes, and modern accessories. This entryway, designed by Timber Trails, features the Laura Ashley Wicker Sea Spray tile.

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Luxury Vinyl Tile

Durable, easy to clean, and scratch- and stain-resistant—there's a lot to love about DIY-friendly luxury vinyl flooring. Available in a wide variety of wood, stone and cement looks (like the Trecento Mountains Gray Beveled shown here), it’s the perfect, no-hassle flooring solution for a high-traffic entryway. Shop our selection of stone-look luxury vinyl flooring to find your style, and, if you're ready to tackle the reno yourself, check out this helpful guide on how to install “LVT”.

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Start With a Neutral Base

The Baltimore Beige Wood Look tile provides a neutral base that allows the colorful details of this charming entryway, designed by At Home with Ashley, to shine. Whether your aesthetic is bright and colorful, dark and bold, or soft and serene, neutral beige tile is the perfect foundation for expressing your style.

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Retro-Inspired Patterns

Welcome guests to your home with a colorful retro patterned tile. Here, the Riordan Encaustic tile enlivens the space with a bold flower pattern, while the grey background balances the bright sky-blue flower petals. For more ideas to infuse your space with cheer, check out our guide to Dopamine Decor.

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Mirrored Tile

Romantic and refined, the Patina Siren Mirror tile by Kelli Fontana adds depth to this beautiful entryway. Installing mirrored wall tile is an excellent way to create the illusion of space while offering a convenient spot to check your outfit on the way out the door. This tile, from our exclusive Kelli Fontana designer collection, features a lightly patinaed surface for an antique ambiance. 

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Cool and Contemporary Grey Tile

Find grey tiles in 50+ gorgeous shades for a cool neutral that adds drama to your space. This beautiful entryway features the Laura Ashley Mr Jones Charcoal tile. The geometric floral pattern, inspired by the iconic British brand's historic designs, adds a light, feminine touch to this monochromatic space.

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Classy Checkerboard

This gorgeous entryway, designed by Timber Trails, is a checkmate! The alternating squares of Legno limestone and Volakas honed marble tiles create a playful yet refined floor. The warm neutrals are carried through the rug and cupboards. You can achieve this game-changing look with virtually any two same-sized square tiles (or halved rectangular tiles).

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Graphic Floral Patterns

The geometric floral pattern on the Laura Ashley Sunflower Charcoal with White tile creates a bold and beautiful floor. Inspired by fabric prints from the iconic British brand and available in four colorways, this tile captures the whimsical charm of our exclusive Laura Ashley collection.

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Natural Patterns

Soft and subtle, a neutral patterned tile adds a serene design to your space. This stylish entryway, designed by West Bay Homes, features the Laura Ashley Wicker Dove Grey tile. The beautiful greige background and white floral pattern create a balance with the rust-red accent wall.

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Ornate Patterns

Set the tone for your home with a beautiful, ornate patterned tile floor, like the Inlay Proper by Kelli Fontana in Florence Lace shown here. The elegant, decorative leaf motif exudes timeless femininity. Shop this tile in all three colorways: Eden Ode, Naples Beach and Florence Lace. Love this classic, bold and whimsical style? Explore more of our exclusive Kelli Fontana collection.

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Stone-Look Porcelain Tile

Create a grand entrance to your home with durable, scratch- and stain-resistant stone-look porcelain tile. Mimicking the coloration and details of the real thing, this easy-to-clean, low-maintenance manmade tile is designed to withstand high-traffic areas like your entryway. This stylish entryway features the Chamonix White tile—the textured details and natural finish lend an earthy element to this space.

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Marvelous Marble-Look Tile

In addition to its durability and easy maintenance, some marble-look porcelain tile are available in colors not found in nature. The Marradi Calacatta Emerald tile, shown here, features bold green veining for a unique and dramatic look. Shop the Marradi in all four colorways: Cielo (blue), Gold, Nero (black) and Emerald.

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Fluted Tile

Add a tactile element to your entryway with a fluted tile. Featuring raised, rounded grooves, fluted tile creates a pattern that plays with light and shadow, giving your walls a dynamic look. Available in a wide range of wood and stone looks, like the Tommas Carrara tile by Kelli Fontana shown here, this textured tile can be incorporated into various contemporary design styles.

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Charming Black-and-White Patterns

Black-and-white tile is a classic neutral look that complements virtually any design. By adding colorful or neutral accents, you can update your design as the season—or your mood—changes. The Star White tile featured on this entryway floor is a perfect example of a simple, classy pattern.

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Cubed Marble Floor

Featuring luxurious pieces of black, grey and white marble in a cube design, the Keely Hex tile makes an elegant geometric statement that will create a stunning entrance to your home. The subtle veining adds movement, while the cubed diamond shapes give this blocked pattern dimension.