10+ Shower Tile Designs
ID# 185701 – Product BA62026 – Blue & Gray Hexagon Glass and Marble Mix Mosaic Tile
White Shower Tile Designs with Mosaic Tiled Niche
With their simple rectangular shape, subway tiles are one of the most popular options for shower walls. While traditional subway tiles create a timeless look with a staggered pattern, you can try different layout options to make a modern twist. In this contemporary shower, for example, the white subway tiles are laid diagonally and create a double herringbone pattern. The slightly darker grout color highlights this unique pattern, enhancing visual interest. The blue glass and marble hexagon mosaic tiles dominate the shower niche, creating a focal point. To create a visually appealing accent wall for your shower, mixing two different materials is an excellent way!
ID# 185708 – Product BA62026 – Blue & Gray Hexagon Glass and Marble Mix Mosaic Tile
Different Shower Tile Designs with Blue Shades
Another great example of how two different tile materials can be used together to create a visually appealing accent wall. The glass and marble hexagon mosaic tiles dominate the shower walls, adding a serene feel with their blue and gray color transitions. The busy look of these tiles is balanced with the clean and fresh look of the penny mosaics which is used for the recessed niche.
Shower Tile Designs
Since bathrooms are one of the most visited rooms in our homes, choosing the right elements is important to make this space both stylish and functional. From vanities to fixtures, there are lots to consider when it comes to designing a bathroom. But what about showers? To finalize the look of your bathroom, don’t sleep on deciding how to style your shower! Shower tile designs gain importance in this context. Choosing the perfect tile for your shower will showcase your personal taste. In today’s market, shower tiles come in a large plethora of materials, colors, and style options. This wide variety will allow you to create a stylish shower design that can visually transport you to another time and place.
Creative Shower Tile Designs for Every Style
Before starting to plan your shower tile, it is important to know the different types of tile materials. Each tile material has its own characteristics and see which material will work best for you. When it comes to shower tiles, porcelain, marble, ceramic, and glass are the most popular material options. Whether you are designing a luxurious walk-in shower or a tiny shower at the corner of your bathroom, these tiles can easily help you create magnificent bathroom designs. Since showers are wet spaces, the practical benefits of the materials also play a crucial role. The first thing to consider is that it is non-slip, both wet and dry. That’s why, a balance of beauty and functionality should be the priority when it comes to shower tile designs.
Here we have gathered an array of shower tile ideas. Take a closer look at them to ignite your imagination and get inspired for your next overhaul project.
ID# 185702 – Product BA5501 – Marble Look Blue Glass Hexagon Backsplash Tile
Blue Glass Shower Tile Designs with Marble-like Textures
Glass tiles are popular options for shower walls for a good reason. They are stylish and offer durable surfaces. While we are familiar with the solid-colored glass tiles, do you know that there are also textured options? As you can see in this contemporary shower, the blue glass hexagon tiles are adorned with white marble-like textures. These textures add a dose of opulence to this mosaic, enhancing visual interest. While using the same tiles for the built-in niche is a great way to create a continuous backdrop, the white grout lines emphasize the hexagonal shape of the tiles. To balance this bold and dramatic look, you can accentuate this accent wall with a large-format white wall and floor tiles.
Best Seller Mosaic Tiles
What tile looks best in a shower?
In today’s market, shower tiles come in a large variety of materials, colors, shapes, patterns, and textures. Each of them has different characteristics and offers different moods for showers. When it comes to the ‘best’ tiles, it depends on your personal preferences and practical needs. Ceramic and porcelain tiles are known for their versatility. They can be found in limitless designs. Compared to the other materials, these tiles also come with more affordable price tags.
Natural stone tiles are great for those looking for a luxurious feel in your showers. While these tiles offer beautiful aesthetics, they require a little bit more maintenance due to their porous skins. Glass tiles, however, reflect the light and make the room look bigger and brighter. Also, it can be used as a statement-maker feature of their glamorous appeal. Thus, each tile has its advantages and disadvantages. But before you decide, you should know these features in order to find which material fits your space the most.
Best Shower Tile Materials
Ranging from glass to ceramic, porcelain, natural stone, and acrylic panels, the variety and material options for shower tiles are mind-blowing! Each of these materials has its own benefits and drawbacks. That’s why essential to understand the properties and maintenance requirements of each tile type to find the best material that fits your taste and needs. First thing first, since the bathroom environment is usually wet, it is mandatory to have a proper choice of materials that possess some vital qualities like anti-slip. Knowing these factors helps you in choosing a tile that suits your expectations in terms of aesthetics as well as its durability since it is going to be used every day in the shower, to be able to get a beautiful and long-lasting shower.
Porcelain Shower Tile Designs
Due to their great degree of customization and affordable prices, porcelain tiles are the most popular material options for shower designs. Coming in a wide range of colors, patterns, textures, and styles, these tiles offer versatile and durable solutions that can fit any style. Whether you want to create a fresh environment with white tiles or make a strong design statement, porcelain shower tile designs are an excellent choice. Another distinguishing feature of porcelain is that it can mimic natural materials such as marble, wood or other stone patterns. The biggest advantage of marble or wood-looking porcelain tiles is that they can flawlessly inject the natural texture of these materials while providing more affordable and easier-to-maintain surfaces.
Besides their visual impact, porcelain tiles are also known for their durability, making them a great choice for shower walls and floors. Porcelain is a type of ceramic that is fired at higher temperatures to make it a denser, harder and less porous material than regular ceramics. They can easily withstand the daily wear and tear. One of the most important advantages of these tiles is their low water absorption rate which makes them an ideal choice for wet areas like showers.
White Mosaic Tiles
ID# 185703 – Product BA4501 – Modern Long Beige Porcelain Shower Wall Tile
Modern Porcelain Wall Tiles with a Warm Beige Color
Are you looking for some of the high-quality and chic tile designs for shower walls? Look no further! These modern porcelain tiles are the route to go. The subtle textured finish and light beige tone of these porcelain tiles make for an understated elegance that will never fade in style. In this shower, the grout lines are slightly darker than the tiles. If you want a more distinct pattern and want to emphasize the long and skinny shape of the tiles, you can choose a darker grout color to do that. Also, the vertical alignment of the tiles makes the ceiling appear higher which is always nice in a small space like this. Brass shower fixtures perfectly complete the warm sense of the tiles and add a touch of luxury.
What is the best color for shower tiles?
Just like the material, choosing the best color for your shower is a matter of custom preferences!
- White: When it comes to shower tiles, or any type of tiling project for that matter, white is the new black as it increases the feeling of cleanliness. From classic subway tiles to large-format slabs, white shower tile designs can be found in a wide variety of design options. Since it gives the illusion of more space it is ideal, especially for regions with limited space or small square footage.
- Neutral Shades: Neutral colors are the most commonly used colors for showers and they include grey, beige, brown, and black. Versatile and easy to coordinate with other colors and materials, these shades are excellent choices to create a timeless appeal.
- Blue: One of the most versatile colors, blue shower tiles are available in many different shades that evoke the calmness of the sea and sky. Light blue hues are more serene and spa-like in their appearance, while deeper shades look edgier and contemporary.
- Green: Taking a cue from nature, green is the other popular color for shower tile designs. With the refreshing feel of the shades of green, you can organic feel to the bathroom.
- Multicolored Tiles: Applying tiles within the shower area allows the creation of a unique and individual design, and the use of multicolored tiles will make the process easier.
Glass Shower Tile Designs
Glass shower tile designs can easily add a touch of elegance, brightness, and modernity to any bathroom. From classic subway tile designs to eye-catching mosaics, these tiles come in a wide range of colors, shapes, patterns, and textures which provide endless design opportunities. Whether you want to create a continuous look with the rest of your bathroom or an accent wall in the shower, glass tiles enhance the aesthetic and functionality of your shower space. Also, the reflective skin of the glass material has the ability to bounce the light around the room which is especially beneficial for small spaces. These tiles can also be combined with a variety of materials. For example, you can use large-format porcelain tiles for the shower walls and glass tiles for a shower niche to enhance visual interest.
Besides their glamorous appeal, glass tiles also offer durable and long-lasting surfaces. Due to their pore-free skin, these tiles are one of the best choices for those looking for an easy-to-maintain material for their showers. A regular cleaning routine with a soft cloth and a non-abrasive cleaner will keep them looking shiny and brand new for many years to come. Unlike natural stone tiles, glass doesn’t require sealing and special treatments. Glass is an environmentally friendly material that can be recycled when it comes to the end of its life cycle which makes it useful in the practice of the construction industry.
What tiles make a shower look bigger?
Working on a small shower might be tricky but with the right material and color choices, it will be a breeze! Using light-colored tiles, particularly white, is the best and most effective way to make a shower look bigger. Besides the white tiles, gray, beige, taupe, or cream shades can also be used to achieve this goal. While small tiles offer more intricate patterns, large format tiles are better options to give the space a more spacious feel. Using busy patterns and textures might create a heavy feel in small spaces. Since these tiles minimize the grout lines, they offer a seamless and streamlined appeal that creates a continuous, expansive look.
The other aspect of the tiles is the finish option whereby different tiles have different finishes as will be discussed below. Of course, glossy tiles are going to reflect more light, and it really opens up the area and makes it seem brighter.
ID# 185704 – Product BA5501 – Marble Look Blue Glass Hexagon Backsplash Tile
Blue and White Bathroom with Freestanding Bathtub
The blue and white color palette of the bathroom feels alluring and inviting, while the white standalone bathtub is treated as a sculpture against the blue accent wall. Blue glass hexagon tiles are quite unique and give this space a distinct artistic touch; what once was a simple white bathroom instantly becomes a colorful statement! The gorgeous blue color and the marble-like textures of the tiles evoke the tranquil sense of the ocean. The other blue details such as the towels and paintings complement the tiles to create a cohesive overall look.
ID# 185705 – Product BA62038 – Modern White Glass & Quartz Mosaic Tile
Glass and Quartz Shower Tiles with Chrome Fixtures
The modern shower design is beautifully aesthetic and comforting with subtle gray and white colors that offer a soft color progression on the wall surface. No doubt that the glass and quartz tiles are the stars of the show. Decorated with a glossy finish, they make a statement through this accent look. While the vertical arrangement of the tiles creates an illusion of a higher ceiling, the chrome fixtures perfectly complement the metallic accents of this mosaic. For the rest, the large-format porcelain tiles are used to adorn the walls. The barely noticeable thin lines in these tiles are similar to those of marble, which gives the backdrop the right kind of texture without overpowering it.
Should shower tile and floor tile match?
There’s no hard and fast rule for this. When you design a shower the key thing is to create a sense of harmony with the wall and floor tiles! Whether you want to match wall and floor tiles or vice versa, both approaches have their own benefits. For instance, if you opt to use the same tile on your walls and floors, it will create harmony and a sense of oneness. The shower area will also blend well and have a good flow with the different sections of the bathroom. This is a great idea especially if you have a small bathroom. On the other hand, mixing different materials and colors for these surfaces allows you to create contrast and visual interest in your bathroom.
ID# 185706 – Product BA5507 – Blue Glass Herringbone Mosaic Backsplash Tile
Bright Walk-in Shower Design with Blue Accent Wall Tiles
This shower design owes its tranquil atmosphere to the blue shower wall tiles that create subtle beauty. Adorned with gorgeous blue color transitions, these herringbone tiles create an accent in this otherwise white walk-in shower design. While the blue shades inject a calm and serene feel, the glossy finish of the tiles complements the bright appeal of the white surfaces. The chrome fixtures make a cohesive final touch that enhances the contemporary aesthetic. Using frameless glass doors for the shower is a great way to create a spacious atmosphere and provide continuity in the bathroom.
Natural Stone Shower Tile Designs
Natural stone tiles are one of the most popular design elements for interiors to create a sophisticated feel and deliver a sense of luxury to the space. From marble to granite, slate, onyx, travertine, and limestone, each type of stone brings its unique texture, color, and character. Whereas materials such as marble, onyx as well and granite are recognized for their pristine appearance, slate and travertine tiles give a warm feeling that will be appealing to homeowners who intend to have rustic, farmhouse or Mediterranean bathroom designs.
Natural stone tiles are one of the most stylish and luxurious choices that can be used in all sorts of designs and sizes. Classic patterns like subway, hexagon, herringbone, or arabesque are popular choices for these tiles. Regardless of the preferences towards combining the elements of modern trends or preferring classics, all these tiles can be a perfect match for such motifs as modern, traditional, contemporary, beach style, as well as farmhouse. Large-format tiles, on the other hand, minimize the grout lines and provide seamless looks for shower floors and walls. Due to their sleek appeal, these tiles are generally associated with modern and contemporary styles.
While natural stone tiles offer stunning aesthetics, they also provide durable surfaces which is important for the showers. However, due to their porous skin, natural stone materials require regular sealing to protect against stains and water damage.
ID# 185707 – Product BA6320 – White Gray & Brown Marble Chevron Mosaic Tile
Modern Wood Floating Vanity with Marble Backsplash Tiles
The protagonist of this stunning bathroom design is without a doubt the brownish marble that dominates the space with beautiful energy. These gorgeous marble chevron tiles provide an eye-catching backdrop for the vanity while it continues throughout the shower wall to create a cohesive backdrop. The dark wood floating vanity perfectly complements the elegant appeal of the marble tiles. The light brown floor tiles complete the warm sense of the wall tiles white balancing the busy pattern with their subtle color.
Marble Mosaic Tiles
What tiles should not be used in a shower?
While lots of different tile designs can be used for showers, there are some tile types that are not suitable for wet areas. Unglazed tiles are the first tiles that should generally be avoided due to their porous skin which is prone to staining. When it comes to floor tiles, they need to be slip-resistant. Tiles that do not have adequate slip resistance can be dangerous for floor applications. Polished surfaces are generally more prone to slippery when wet. That’s why it is better to use honed or textured finishes.
ID# 185709 – Product BA1026 – Rustic California Gold Slate & Burgundy Glass Mosaic Tile
Small Shower With Different Types of Tile Designs
This warm and moody bathroom design is sophisticated and immersive, offering a neutral color scheme where every element harmonizes and acts as one body altogether. In the walk-in shower, different types of wall tiles are used, creating a visually striking look. For the side walls white subway tiles are used for the upper half. Creating a continuous look with the white ceiling, these tiles bring a bright and fresh look that enlightens the room. Below, the green subway tiles create a contrast, adding depth and dimension to the space. Between them, the small wall space is adorned with slate mosaic tiles. These tiles create a warm and inviting look with a rustic flair. The same slate tiles are also used for the tiled shower niche and as a border between the white and green subway tiles.
Gray Mosaic Tiles
Is glossy or matte tile better for a shower?
While both the glossy and matte finishes can create visually appealing looks for showers, there are some consideration points. For the shower walls, both types of these finishes can be suitable. While glossy tiles reflect the light and make the space feel larger, matter tiles offer a more sleek and modern appeal. However, for the shower floors, these rules are not the same. Glossy tiles can be slippery when they are wet. This can be really dangerous. Due to their better slip resistance, matte tiles are better options for shower walls, enhancing safety.
ID# 185710 – Product BA45056 – Gray & White Marble Flower Mosaic Backsplash Tile
Traditional Bathroom with Marble Mosaic Floor Tiles
Oozing in elegance with a natural flavor, the marble tiles work as a space enhancing factor in this traditional bathroom design! Thanks to their durability, marble tiles are excellent materials for bathroom floors. And this one flawlessly blends the practical benefits of the marble with a beautiful texture. The gorgeous flower pattern of these marble floor tiles makes a delicate touch and provides a visually appealing foundation. The same tiles are also used for the shower floors to create a continuous look. For the shower walls, marble material is used in a classic subway layout which balances the busy look of the flower mosaics. The frameless glass doors of the walk-in shower bring a light and airy feel to the room. The wood vanities are placed on both sides of the shower, completing the elegant overall look with a warm sense.
