According to some, the formerly adored subway tile pattern is no longer in.
And as it turns out, its not quite so simple.
What Is Subway Tile?
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Even if the phrase is unfamiliar, the actual subway tile pattern probably isnt.
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In my opinion, subway tile is always in, Brady says.
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It’s like the little black dress of tile, timeless and versatile.
If your aesthetic skews more traditional, then subway tile will likely always have a place in your home.
Subway tiles are traditionally white paired with dark gray grout.
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This is a great cost-effective way of transforming the entire look and feel of the space.
Brady agrees, noting that white tile with white or light grout feels bright and beautiful.
The choices dont end there, either.
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It feels quite modern while making the space seem taller, he says.
It’s one of her picksfor kids' bathroomsor other clean, fresh spaces.
She also loves an imperfect, handmade tile such as a Zellige or terracotta.
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