What are subway tiles? A style of white glazed ceramic tile, as used on the walls of the New York City subway stations in the early twentieth century. Today these timeless tiles may differ in color and size, too, and are used throughout the house everywhere you may need. I’d like to share some ideas on using them in your kitchen to create a backsplash or even cover the whole wall, let’s begin!
As I said above, subway tiles today are just a common type of tile, a rectangular with usually a glossy surface. It can feature any color and size, so you will easily find what you like to match the style of your kitchen. White subway tiles are classics but if they aren’t your thing, take a look at colored versions like blue, grey, emerald, pink and others, for example, marble ones.The size is also optional: smaller or larger scale subway tiles will look no worse than original ones of 3″ × 6″. Highlighting the tiles with contrasting grout or using something matching is also up to you: contrasting grout will make the backsplash stand out and add a pattern to the kitchen.
a bold black and white kitchen with glossy green subway tiles for a touch of color is very cool
a bold black kitchen with a white subway tile backsplash accented with black grout and touches of gold and brass
a bold blue kitchen with a black subway tile backsplash, white marble countertops and lots of gold for a shiny feel
a cheerful turquoise and white kitchen with white subway tiles, colorful accessories and rugs for a fun feel
a chic neutral kitchen with a pink subway tile backsplash and touches of gold for a glam and cute look
a chic slate grey farmhouse kitchen with a grey subway tile backsplash and a mosaic tile floor is elegant
a chic white farmhouse kitchen with terrazzo countertops and a grey subway tile backsplash is very elegant
a cozy coastal kitchen in white, with bold blue subway tiles that add color and hint on the location
a cozy white kitchen with emerald subway tiles and wooden shelves is very bright and very stylish
a cute white kitchen with aqua subway tiles, a wooden kitchen island and shelves and white furniture is very cool
a graphite grey kitchen with black glossy subway tiles and glossy black countertops is classy and dramatic
Subway tiles are pretty universal to match them with various materials you may use: wood, marble, concrete and others. They will easily bring color to your monochromatic space or keep the color scheme up if you use a matching shade. You’re probably picturing subway tile laid in the usual horizontal “brick” pattern. But did you know you can lay subway tile vertically—or even in a herringbone or geometric L-shaped pattern? There are so many possibilities! Give your kitchen a timelessly elegant look with a chic subway tile backsplash and enjoy!
a matte navy kitchen with navy subway tiles and gold touches for a bold and dramatic kitchen in dark shades
a minimalist grey kitchen with white countertops and white subway tiles plus a wooden dining set is very welcoming
a neutral contemporary kitchen with white countertops and hunter green subway tiles plus gold fixtures for a more elegant look
a neutral kitchen with farmhouse touches, rich stained wooden countertops and a white subway tile backsplash
a refined moody kitchen in black, with grey marble countertops and a black subway tile backsplash is ultimately chic
a tiny minimalist kitchen in white, with wooden coutnertops and a shelf plus a white subway tile backsplash and pendant bulbs
a two toned farmhouse kitchen in white and grey, with a marble subway tile backsplash and touches of various metals
a vintage light green kitchen with large scale subway tiles, wooden countertops and a traditional dining set with benches for a countryside feel
a vintage-inspired navy kitchen with glossy navy subway tiles, white marble countertops and metallic touches
a welcoming neutral kitchen with blue subway tiles, wooden beams and shelving and a hearth next to it
a white farmhouse kitchen with light grey subway tile backsplash and stainless steel to finish off the look
a white kitchen finished off with dove grey subway tiles and touches of greenery looks fresh and ethereal
an airy white kitchen with a light blue subway tile backsplash and neutral metallics is very welcoming
an elegant dove grey kitchen with white marble countertops and a white subway tile backsplash for an airy feel