60 Bathroom Tile Ideas That Can Revamp Your Space

When tiling a bathroom, there are a variety of factors that will determine what tile is best for you. The intention for your tiles is a primary focus — do you want to prioritize function or visual appeal? Is the tile for your tub or shower, the floor, wall, or an accent feature? Additionally, there are an array of tile sizes, shapes, colors, and materials, and what function they will serve in your bathroom will largely determine what you need. According to Better Homes & Garden, something important to consider is the virtuosity of your tile, or its ability to absorb water. Terracotta, for example, is non-vitreous and will absorb water, making it less than ideal for a floor, but a great decorative touch.

It is also important to consider what visual scene you want to set — trendy, timeless, retro, vintage, etc. Sebring says trendy but classic tile ideas include graphic tiles, subway tiles, matte finishes, and even metallic finishes. Read on to see some of these examples.

Bring personality to your bathroom by adding a fun, graphic tile floor. Choose a fun pattern in a monochromatic palette to keep it equal parts fun and classic, using accent decoration colors to tailor it to your unique style.

Subway tiles are a classic, timeless addition to any bathroom. Add some visual intrigue by introducing black grouting, and pair with black metal accents in the rest of the bathroom to achieve a trendy but ever-attractive visual appeal. Add pops of color around the bathroom for a retro-inspired feel.

Brick walls are both timeless and a great way to create an attractive feature wall. While it's more traditional in a living area, don't rule out the bathroom. Use white brick to create textural difference while still achieving the classic look of tile.

Marble is a classic tile option, especially for bathrooms, with its finish and virtuosity making it mold-proof and less likely to slip on. When used as both floor and wall tiles together, it creates a luxurious effect. Break up the white with black metal features to add a modern appeal.

Modern style bathrooms have become increasingly popular, as they create a luxurious, but not over the top, visual mood. Use just black and white to create a stark, stunning modern effect. Break up plain, white tiled walls with black accents and a matching black tile floor. Keep up the monochromatic theme with white and black appliances.

Introduce a wood tile accent wall to create a clean, minimalist effect, while still maintaining a warm, inviting environment. Use gold metal features, lights, and other décor to keep it simple, but classic.

Use warm, rich colored terracotta colored tiles to create a warm and cozy feeling in the bathroom. Use glazed tiles so you can use them on the floor or in the bathtub while still achieving the effect. Add in plants for a lively, homey feel.

For a stunning, bold approach, use a bright, rich turquoise tile. Use it sparingly for a subtle glam effect, or all over for a dramatic but elegant boho glam aesthetic. For further dramatics, find a unique tile shape. Add touches of gold to tie it all together.

Create a unique, glamorous effect by alternating tile colors. Pick two to three colors, and alternate rows or columns of shades. Choose a complementary accent color, and feature it in the hardware, appliances, décor, etc.

In a small space like a bathroom, using one bold color repeatedly is an easy way to fill up blank space. Consider using a bold blue tile wall, either half height or the whole wall. Add matching blue around the bathroom — cabinet colors, art, rugs, etc. — to make it a theme.

Use graphic tiles to create an eye-catching accent behind the sink. Use simple, easily matched colors, like blue and white, and add in complementary metal accents in the hardware.

Add interest to your shower by adding a stripe of multicolored tile. Match and pair the multicolored stripe to already existing bold colors in the bathroom or other tiles, or add completely new colors to stand out against a plain white shower wall.

To incorporate tile in your bathroom in a more subtle way, consider tiling just your sink countertop. Not only is it practical and functional, but it adds a textural difference to your bathroom. Match it to the walls to seamlessly blend in, or make it pop with a contrasting color.

For a rustic Mediterranean-inspired feel, use dark colored, multicolor stones to tile your bathroom. Incorporate dark wood and hardware to fully capture the aesthetic.

Open up your bathroom and create a dynamic visual scene by replacing a wall (or part of it) with glass paneling. Create a tile effect by opting for small panes and a thicker/darker muntin, or choosing opaque or even colored glass.

Keep it simple with classic subway tiles. Add a pop of color and personality by adding a bright colored grout in between the tiles, or just tile half the wall to let the color stand out on its own.

Achieve a timeless but modern feel by adding simple black square tiling on both the walls and floors. Leave the top of the wall exposed to keep from overwhelming a smaller bathroom.

For a luxurious but simple bathroom, tile the walls and floor with a dark, jewel-toned tile, topping it off with complementary gold grouting.

Bring a simple boho flare to your bathroom by adding a cluster of mosaic tiles as a backsplash behind the sink. Keep the colors muted to keep from being too busy, or introduce bright, vibrant colors for an eye catching pop.

Keep your bathroom bright, spacious, and clean looking with a simple blue and white geometric accent tile wall. Keep appliances and other walls white for optimal spaciousness.

For a homey, one-of-a-kind touch, hand-paint a few individual tiles and add them behind the sink, creating a cozy, lived-in feel.

Add a simple touch of color by tiling your bathroom walls halfway up. Choose muted colors that complement your hardware, or vice versa. Opt for a diamond shaped tile pattern for a bit of visual intrigue.

Create a completely unique shower with funky, mismatched mosaics. Install them along one wall for a fun accent. Keep the colors muted so the tiles don't overwhelm the space.

Can't decide which tile to commit to? Buy them all! Create your own mosaic effect by purchasing a variety of greyscale tiles and installing them as an accent wall.

Add just a touch of color to your bathroom with small geometric detailed tiles. Add just one row of patterned tile to incorporate a bit of color and personality in your bathroom.

Add a bit more visual intrigue by switching out classic horizontal subway tiles for a few rows of vertical subway tiles. Create a modern feel by keeping the rest of the bathroom greyscale.

Bring in a vintage feel via a modern lens by adding an art deco patterned accent tile wall. Be bold or subtle with the colors — the tile pattern will be eye-catching regardless.

Create a warm, cozy environment while still remaining contemporary by opting for a pale green half tiled wall. Complement the green with a rustic orange to create a welcoming, midcentury modern inspired atmosphere.

Keep your bathroom light and airy by adding a light, delicate floral patterned tile. To keep the space as open as possible, keep the tile contained to an accent wall or backsplash.

Add a sleek, modern touch to your bathroom with the addition of a black chevron tile wall. Tile the whole bathroom for a more dramatic effect, or keep it to one accent wall for a refined feel.