The Beauty of Subway Tile

Subway tile is like the little black dress of home design. It's always classy and will never go out of style. 

Most homeowners associate subway tile with the timeless white horizontal pattern we're all used to seeing. However, subway tile is more than just the traditional simple white tile. Subway tile comes in various colors and textures that can create different moods and feelings in your home's design. Here are three ways to enhance the look and feel of your home with subway tile.

Color & Texture:

If you want a more casual look, you'll want to select neutral earth tones with a matte finish or clay-like texture. This soft color and texture are the perfect combination if you're going for a modern farmhouse or transitional design. On the other hand, if you want to create a bold, modern design, you want to select darker, moody colors with a smooth, sleek finish. As gorgeous as these styles may be, sometimes you want to stick to the classic design of white subway tile. However, if you're going to make your space feel a little more elegant, you can find a subway tile with a marble-like pattern to elevate your classic subway tile design. 

Pattern Installation: In addition to various color and texture options, the pattern in which you install subway tile can also impact your home's design. If you want to keep things casual and airy, you'll want to choose a horizontal stacked pattern. If you want your space to have a bolder impact, you can stack your subway tile vertically to give your design more depth. 

Grout Color:

While your grout color may seem like a minor detail in your overall subway tile design, it can have a significant impact. If you want to keep your design on the light and airy side but want to add a little contrast, choose a darker grout color. Conversely, darker grout can also be used to make your bold color tile design have a much more significant impact. On the other hand, a lighter grout color will give your light tile design a smooth and clean look or add a subtle contrast to your bold and moody tile design.

With subway tile, the possibilities are endless. The good thing, though, is that it will never grow old. So call one of our Designers at 210-680-5626 to see how we can upgrade your kitchen or bathroom with the tile design of your dreams.

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