Bathroom tile ideas that stay stylish

Tile does most of the design work in a bathroom. A few smart choices make a small bath feel calm and a primary bath feel like a spa.

Floors

Large-format porcelain floors feel calm and are easy to clean. Choose a tile rated for slip resistance in wet areas, and consider heated floors under it. See the tile size guide.

Shower walls

• Stacked or vertical layouts make ceilings feel taller.
• Marble-look porcelain gives the look without the upkeep.
• Handmade and zellige-style tile adds texture to a single wall.

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Feature tile

Save the bold tile for one spot: the shower back wall, a niche, behind the vanity or the floor. Keep the rest quiet so the feature stands out.

Shower floors

Small mosaics follow the slope to the drain and add grip. With a linear drain, larger tile can run from the bathroom into the shower. See the shower base vs tile guide.

Grout

Matching grout looks seamless, contrasting grout shows the pattern. See the grout color guide and try layouts in the tile previewer.

Common questions

What tile is best for a bathroom floor?

Porcelain is the most popular: durable, water-resistant and available in slip-resistant finishes.

What size tile makes a small bathroom look bigger?

Larger tile with fewer grout lines usually makes a small bathroom feel bigger and calmer.

Should the shower floor match the bathroom floor?

It can. With a linear drain the same tile can continue into a curbless shower for a seamless look.