Kitchen Tile Design Ideas

We’ve all been victims of the kitchen mess. A bubbling pot, a pan that splatters, a dropped bowl—make cleanup easier in all of these situations with tile that protects your kitchen surfaces. Whether on the backsplash, the walls, the floors or all three, one of the best properties of tile is how easily it wipes clean. Tile is versatile enough that you’ll always find one to coordinate or contrast with your cupboards, counters and existing decor.

Often what’s trending in design is trending in tile, too. In 2023, we’re seeing lots of hexagons, dark, dramatic colors, like navy blue, dark green and black, brick looks, patterned or encaustic tiles and mixed metallics. Classic subway tiles are still popular but colors besides white are starting to make appearances, keeping this look fresh and interesting. Patterned tiles, especially if they are used up to the ceiling to cover an entire wall, give your space the look and feel of wallpaper in an easy-to-care-for material. Glass splashbacks, which are large pieces of tempered glass that usually have a pattern or print, are popular in Europe and have begun making their mark in the United States. Use these eye-catching pieces to make a statement over a stovetop or behind a sink.

Popular but always classic, subway tile is a perfect choice for any kitchen. Keep the look fresh and original in a bold color, a unique pattern or with a contrasting grout color. One of the best things about subway tile is the variety of patterns in which it can be installed. A neutral color installed in an unexpected pattern makes a big statement.

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Mosaics are often used on the backsplash because they are made up of small-scale tiles, perfect in this space, but don’t be afraid to create a whole accent wall. Use glass, marble, ceramic, porcelain and mosaics made with other materials to add pops of color, shine and shape to your kitchen.

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Backsplashes are not only functional, protecting your walls from splashes and spills, but they are fashionable, too. Think of your backsplash as the jewelry to your kitchen—that little bit of sparkle that completes a look. Have fun, and get creative with your backsplash while you protect the area around your sink, range and countertops. Glass, textured tile, metallic tile, mosaics—in a wide variety of options, there’s a backsplash tile to reflect your unique style.

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Whether you have a spacious kitchen that’s the entertaining hub of the home or a small space just big enough for you, a tile floor is always a perfect choice for your kitchen floor. In a room that’s used almost every day, it’s important to have something that’s both easy to clean and durable. From modern to classic, tile can easily achieve almost style you’ve been dreaming of while retaining these easy-care properties.

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In the room where your guests will gather (and their spills and messes will, too), you can’t go wrong using tile. Ceramic, porcelain, glass and stone tiles all clean up easily once they are installed correctly and give your kitchen timeless style. Plus, your floor tiles can be heated to make this popular entertaining area even cozier. We can’t help with the cooking, but with a beautifully tiled kitchen, we’ll make sure cleaning up is easier than ever.

You can dress up your tiled kitchen in almost as many colors as paint…except you can add texture, shine, patterns and sparkle! Whether you want a bright, white kitchen or a colorful, bold one, tile will ensure that the color you choose for your kitchen lasts you years. With the variety of finishes and colors available at The Tile Shop, you never need to worry that you won’t find something to match your kitchen cabinets and counters. If you’re unsure what will match, look for pictures in our Customer Room Gallery that resemble the look you want, or stop in and ask one of our experts.