If you’re looking for the perfect patterned tiles for floors and walls for your next project then you’re going to love this one! I have carefully chosen 15 tiles that will not only add interest to your spaces and make any average, boring room a place you want to be in a little more often, but you might find yourself dreaming up a few more projects!
There is something for everyone on the list and I think you are going to love it! Say hello to patterned tiles and goodbye to boring spaces – your home’s about to get a whole lot cooler!
Where can you put patterned tiles meant for floors?
When you think of patterned tiles, you might recall seeing them installed on a floor somewhere like in a laundry room or bathroom. You can probably immediately think of a trendy pattern and shy away from it because patterns seem like an overwhelming sea of busyness.
Want to know something?
Patterned tiles aren’t just for floors! There are other ways to incorporate the character they offer without overwhelming the space and they can look timeless if done right.
These darling little gems offer the opportunity for you to show your personality wherever you want to add them. Let’s take it beyond your kitchen, bathroom, or laundry room floor!
Consider adding them to make them a focal point in a space. You can tile entire walls with these if the patterns are small or neutral. Even just a pop of these more dramatic tiles can add so much character and can add so much life to a room.
Ideas to get your patterned tiles for floors working for you
- A section of backsplash on a wall behind a stove
- Inside a shower niche
- Accent a stand-alone coffee bar
- One strip in a shower or bath
- The wall in a powder room behind the sink
- Powder room floor
- Mudroom floor
- A border around a door or walkway
- Tile a serving tray
- Tile a tabletop
2 Ways to make your patterned tile choice more subtle
If you love the look of patterned tile but shy away because it seems like it could be too loud for your space, then my best advice is to go classic with your pattern or neutral with your color choice.
Patterned tile can offer sophistication to a space and I think these two things below will help you accomplish that!
- Pick a classic pattern. A timeless basketweave or penny tile is a good example. These patterns have been around for years and offer just enough interest without compromising the look of your room or breaking the cohesiveness of your home.
- Grout options are a huge consideration when tiling with patterned tile. Grout changes everything so be thoughtful with the intention of a patterned tile when picking out a color. **TIP: You can get a color sheet in the tile department at Lowe’s that shows the grout colors offered in the store and see which one looks best in your space before you install it. It is usually hanging by all the grout!
What pattern is the best for a room?
Well, now that is the best part, isn’t it?
It is totally customizable to suit your home, your taste, and the feel you want for your space.
Do you like modern? Sleek? Aged/Old World? Traditional? Vintage? Don’t worry. I’ve got you covered!
From the subtle to the bold, there is something for everyone on this list!
Now, let’s get into these and why I love them so much!
See something you like? You can click on the description below to find out where to find the tile of your dreams for your next project!
They will go in order from left to right, from top row to bottom row!
Vintage Black and White Floral Penny Tile – Hands down a fan favorite! This has always been a favorite pattern of mine because of the classic, vintage vibe it offers a space.
Aged Green Star tile – I love the aged color of these tiles! I think they offer just enough “pop” to a space and it can look like the installation has been there for years! I love the edges of this tile so much.
Black and White Vintage Basket Weave – Again, another classic that is timeless!
Starburst Hex Tile – I think these are so fun but neutral enough not to overwhelm a space.
Modern and Sleek Steel Blue Herringbone – You might not think of herringbone when you think of patterned tiles, but they can add so much classic character to a space in a subtle way. I love the variations of blue.
Hex tile with “beams” These are so unexpected. The geometric pattern is really pretty and a subtle way to add movement to a space.
Geometric Muted Colors – These are so pretty. If you love a good modern geometric pattern and want to incorporate shapes, but don’t want to overwhelm your space, this is a great muted option!
Blue and Gold Filigree – These are made in Spain and affordable! They are reminiscent of an old European home to me.
Modern Hex Black and Gray -These make a bold statement! The geometric design pulls modern and can be used in a lot of different ways.
Modern Rombus Black Embossed Tile – Something to think about when considering patterned tile is what you are trying to achieve. If you’re looking for just a pop of pattern but not a lot of color, then consider an embossed tile instead!
Aged Taupe Star Patterned Tile – The “aged” edges of these tiles are what makes me love this. And the fact that it is a very neutral tile that would look great in a myriad of installations.
Allen and Roth Charcoal/Black Tile with Flowers – I have this in my basement bathroom and absolutely love the darling flowers created by this flooring!
Allen Roth White with gray floral patterned tile – This is a classic pattern that offers interest and a little bit of fun! I love that it looks worn and aged. Like something found in an old kitchen.
Recycled Glass Tile with touches of Irridescence – This caught my eye because I think it is so different! I love how the kisses of iridescence throughout the tile make it a little whimsical. These come in a few different color combinations, too!
Gatsby White and Gray Hexagon Tile – I love this for its throwback to the 1920s era. Doesn’t the name say it all? Doesn’t it throw you back to The Great Gatsby?
I hope you have found some inspiration here for your next project! Do you like any of these for your home? Let me know which one is your favorite in the comments.
If you are just getting started with tiling, check out my post about all the tools you need to begin any tile project!
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Have a wonderful week and keep making your home dreams come true!
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