What are subway tiles? These tiles were designed to use them in subways, they were the cheapest at that time and then they went to homes, too. The first color was white as it reflected light and brightened up the subterranean stations; the tiles were glazed, so they were easy to clean. If you have subway tiles at hand and wanna use them for decorating your bathroom, this roundup is totally for you: we’ll show you how!
Subway Tiles In The Shower/ Bathtub Space
Subway tiles are amazing to accent your shower space or make a bathtub backsplash. There are different colors you can try, from traditional white to navy and so on, and you can make your tiles stand out with contrasting grout. If there’s a bathtub, surround it with subway tiles, and your two bathing spaces will be accentuated in the same way and style.
an industrial bathroom with white subway tiles, black grout and black accents in the bathroom for some drama
grey tiles with white grout in the shower space make it stand out in the neutral bathroom
navy subway tiles accentuate the bathtub space and white paint on the wall creates a contrasting look
the shower space covered with white subway tiles and black grout plus a black ceiling for a contrast
white subway tiles around the bathtub and blue mosaic ones on the floor for a refined bathroom
white subway tiles in the shower space and bathtub zone paired with marble hexagon tiles on the floor
Subway Tiles In The Sink Zone
Highlight your sink zone with subway tiles of some different color than all the tiles around or go for half painted and half tiles walls – that looks super chic! White tiles with black grout will look eye-catchy, black ones are great for retro and industrial bathrooms, colorful ones with white grout will be a nice decision for any modern space. Finish off this nook with a cool fixtures in proper shades and with matching finishes and add awesome sconces or pendant lights.
an eye-catchy bathroom with white subway tiles, a teal vanity and brass mirrors and other touches for a chic look
black subway tiles with white grout look chic and refined and a black vintage sink match the tiles
a sink space highlighted with mint green subway tiles look cool and chic, it refreshed the whole space
white subway tiles with black grout look chic and brass details add a refined and chic touch to the space
white subway tiles with white grout and navy walls create a cool contrast in the small bathroom
a small sink space clad with blue subway tiles and white grout plus a vintage sink and a pendant lamp
a neutral and elegant sink space with white subway tiles, a marble countertop and silver touches here and there
white subway tiles with black grout, a concrete countertop and a plywood vanity with drawers
a vintage-inspired sink space with white subway tiles and black grout, marble countertops plus brass touches
Subway Tiles All Over
White subway tiles are amazing for using all over the bathroom, rock them with black grout for a bold look, and with white grout for a seamless look. Black ones will give your space a moody look, and if you want something relaxing, try shades of green and blue – calm ones. you can clad subway tiles all over your bathroom or just the walls or floors and pair them with something else, it’s up to you. Get inspired!
a modern airy bathroom with white subway and penny tiles on the floor plus greenery to refresh the space
a monochrome modern bathroom with white subway tiles and black hex ones on the floor
a vintage-inspired bathroom with white subway tiles and black grout plus black accessories
a vintage-inspired bathroom with white subway tiles and black grout and black touches here and there for drama
aqua and seafoam subway tiles paired with a dark-stained vanity and black touches for a bold feel
grey and slate subway tiles contrast marble floor tiles and create a chic and welcoming bathroom space
grey bathroom tiles with white grout and wood floors look chic together
retro-inspired bathroom with white subway tiles and hex ones with black grout and a mint free-standing bathtub
soft aqua color subway tiles create a very relaxing bathroom, and warm woods add coziness to it
white subway tiles and mosaic monochromatic tiles on the floor and a black door for a monochromatic space