This timeless tile can be used for bathroom walls and floors, showers, and kitchen backsplashes.
Here are our favorite subway tile bathroom ideas.
It seamlessly blends in with the rest of the white color scheme, creating an effortless transition.
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The tile is the same, but in a different orientation: herringbone.
Subway Tile Layout
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Herringbone isn’t the only way to present subway tile.
We also love the way the sharp, sleek lines from the tile contrast with the circularmirrors.
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However, reinforcing the pattern by incorporating similar shapes can highlight your tile choice.
Marble Herringbone Tile
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One of the major benefits of subway tile is its versatility.
This marble herringbone arrangement is the only pattern in an otherwise white space, adding some depth and interest.
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The vibrant colors and whimsical pattern is surprisingly not as overwhelming as you might think.
Subway Tile Backsplash
Subway tile can be used in spaces of any shape or size.
The horizontal stripes make the room feel larger than it is.
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Beige grout and gold plumbing fixtures keep it light.
Gold-toned accents add contrast.
Pale grout adds lightness that works well with the white hex tile floor.
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Mix subway tile walls and hex floor tiles for a classic combination.
Colorful Subway Tile
Energize a traditional bathroom by mixing wallpaper with colorful subway tile.
Are subway tiles a good idea for a bathroom?
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Subway tiles are a classic choice for the bathroom.
Are subway tiles outdated?
A classic subway tile will never go out of style.
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What are the cons of subway tile?
The cons of subway tile are primarily around the precise detail work required in installation.
There’s little room for forgiveness when you have tiles arranged in straight lines.
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The grout also needs to be perfectly straight and even.
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