10 Refreshing Bathroom Tiling Ideas

Complete the look of your new bathroom with tiles. Tiles create the colour and pattern of your room's canvas and the right tile choices can really take your bathroom design to the next level.

1. Mosaic Tiles
2. Metro Tiles
3. Wood Effect Tiles
4. Hexagon Tiles
5. Grey Tiles
6. Border Tiles
7. Continuous Tiles
8. Rustic Tiles
9. Bohemian Tiles
10. Geometric Tiles

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Bathroom Tile Ideas

The tiles you choose for your new bathroom can have a dramatic effect on the overall look and feel of the room. Tiles create the colour and pattern that form your room’s canvas, and the right choices can really take your bathroom design to the next level.

Tiles are a great way to style a new bathroom. However, if you’re thinking about updating an existing bathroom, changing the tiles is an excellent option. Updating your tiles is a quick and cost-effective way to renovate your bathroom, especially if you’re preparing it for sale.

Choosing bathroom tiles can sometimes feel a little daunting; the sheer volume of options on the market can make decisions difficult.

In this bathroom tiling guide, we will help you make sense of the different options available and how they fit together with the other choices you’re making for your new bathroom.

So, without further ado, here’s a closer look at some of our favourite and most popular tile trends.

1. Mosaic Tiles

Mosaic tiles are one of the best ways to create a beautiful feature in your bathroom. A great example of this is to use mosaic tiles to tile the area behind your basin. Another idea is to tile the area inside a shower enclosure or an alcove in your bathroom.

Mosaic tiles can add colour and interest to your bathroom design. One thing to remember, however, is to use this style of tile sparingly; a small sprinkling of mosaic tiles can often be more effective than covering your entire bathroom with them.

2. Metro Tiles

Metro tiles are a very popular tiling choice. Originating from the subway stations of New York at the start of the 20th century, metro tiles (also known as subway tiles) are perfect for any style of bathroom. Whether you are planning a contemporary bathroom or have your heart set on a more traditional space, metro tiles could be the ideal backdrop.

Metro tiles can be used to cover an entire wall in one colour, or for something a little more quirky, why not consider using two different tile colours on the same wall? You could tile the top of your wall in one metro colour and the bottom in another, or perhaps alternate colours tile-by-tile to create a border around the middle of your bathroom walls.

3. Wood Effect Tiles

Porcelain wood effect tiles are harder-wearing, easier to maintain, and more cost-effective than real wood. There are lots of colour variations to choose from, including both lighter and darker wood tones. A light wood-effect floor is a great option because it helps to open up the space in your bathroom.

A nice idea for wood effect tiles is to use the same tile colour on both the floor and one bathroom wall. This technique can have a dramatic effect, especially if you tile the wall that faces the entrance to your bathroom.

4. Hexagon Tiles

Hexagon tiles can give your bathroom a unique and original look. Hex tiles, as they are sometimes called, are an emerging trend that is just starting to gain popularity. If you choose hexagon tiles for your bathroom, you'll definitely be ahead of the curve and right on trend.

Hexagon tiles are sold both as individual tiles and as tile sheets. Using the sheets for tiling is ideal, as it saves a lot of time. However, the advantage of using individual tiles is that you can create unique patterns that showcase your personal creativity.

5. Grey Tiles

The popularity of grey bathrooms continues to soar. As a result, grey tiles have become really popular too. There are now more grey bathroom tiles than ever before so you're sure to find a style that's perfect for your own home.

Grey metro tiles are very popular for the reasons stated above; however, another option is to choose grey stone effect tiles. This style of grey tile adds a beautiful gradient texture to your bathroom that is sophisticated yet understated.

6. Border Tiles

Border tiles are excellent for breaking up the look of your bathroom. A great way to use them is to tile across the middle of your walls. This technique works really well to break up a wall that uses the same tile from floor to ceiling.

There are some gorgeous border tile options available at Victorian Plumbing; the traditional designs, in particular, work very well with a period-style bathroom. Border tiles are a lovely way to subtly express your creativity and add authentic character to your bathroom design.

7. Continuous Tiles

Continuous tiles are not specifically or exclusively floor tiles or wall tiles; they are tiles that can be used for both! You’ll find many tiles advertised as either floor or wall tiles; however, in reality, the tile can often be used for both.

Tiling both your floor and walls with the same tiles is a great technique for making your bathroom appear much bigger than it actually is; a really good idea if you’re designing a small bathroom. Popular continuous tile colour choices include white, neutral, or grey tiles.

8. Rustic Tiles

Whether you are designing a rustic-style bathroom or simply want to add a rustic element to your bathroom design, rustic tiles are all about creating a warm, natural feel in your space.

There are some very cool rustic tiles on the market right now, so choosing ones that complement your personal style is key.

Why not use exposed brick tiles to create a feature on just one wall of your bathroom? Another clever designer trick is to use rustic tiles on the wall behind a brightly coloured vanity unit or cabinet.

9. Bohemian Tiles

If you follow the Victorian Plumbing Pinterest page, you’ll have seen many great examples of customers using bohemian tiles (sometimes shortened to boho tiles) lately.

Bohemian tiles are wall or floor tiles featuring intricate patterns. These nomadic, floral designs are inspired by everything from 19th-century Victorian art to the Beat poets of the swinging ’60s.

Boho tiles provide a beautifully rich feature in your bathroom that looks both unique and bespoke. Use this style of tile if you’re looking to make a bold statement without the risk of overdoing it.

10. Geometric Tiles

Are you looking for something completely different in your bathroom? Geometric tiles are literally on another level. These uniquely shaped tiles are another emerging trend that's considered very cool.

Similar to boho tiles, geometric tiles can add a unique texture to your bathroom. If you choose this style, expect a good few 'wows' when you unveil your new bathroom to family and friends.

We hope you have enjoyed reading our bathroom tile ideas. There is so much choice out there, but hopefully this guide has made your mission to find the perfect tile a little easier.

Don't forget that if you find a tile you like on our website, you can order a sample to check it out before placing your order. Thanks for reading, and good luck!