Vintage Subway Tile Wall Patterns

The classic herringbone pattern just tilted 90 degrees.

Vintage subway tile wall patterns.

Its rustic look yet smooth finish makes it easy to clean and appealing to the eyes. Our first example is a traditional classic white subway tile with contrasting dark grout by spivey architects via houzz this beautiful bathroom features a full subway tile wall in the shower as well as a half wall as a backsplash behind the door. This modern farmhouse kitchen boasts grey blue lower cabinets. In fact it adds style to any interior wall application such as kitchen backsplash bathroom shower fireplace surround and feature walls.

Creating a border on a white subway tile wall by using black penny tile can add an interesting design element. Vintage subway tile iron 3 x 12 has a distressed look. Subway tiles never goes out of style. There are a million and one tutorials online for how to install subway tile.

This is not that. Using a dark grout to draw out the lines in a herringbone pattern can add an ultra chic modern look to an otherwise classic and traditional design. If you want to avoid the boring all white effect choose a darker grout as in this bathroom for contrast and visual interest. A wall of glossy white subway tiles is just asking to be paired with a timeless dose of colour.

Herringbone at 90 degrees. Add in wood elements for an envy inducing aesthetic. This tile is 5 16 of an inch.