1. Create a Unique Subway Layout

A custom subway tile layout takes center stage in this boho chic kitchen, designed by I SPY DIY. The Aura Bronze tile is installed in an alternating vertical and horizontal stack, adding a sense of movement and individuality to the space. Discover how to incorporate this worldly and eclectic style in your space with our guide to boho chic design.

2. Add Brightness With a Glossy Beige

A glossy finish reflects light, creating a brighter space for kitchen prep. The warm beige tones of the handmade-look Tribeca Oatmeal tile provide a soft, neutral base for the kitchen, making the backsplash appear almost white when the light hits it. Shop our wide range of beige tiles to recreate this serene look.

3. Reflect Your Personality With a Glass Tile

Glass tile features a naturally reflective surface, so even a dark color will add brightness to your prep area. This stunning kitchen, designed by @eleven11tileanddesign, features the Glass Burlap Amalfi tile. The warm brown tile and white grout lines create an inverse effect of the golden-veined white marble countertops, resulting in a rich and cohesive design.

4. Make Waves With a Unique Shape

Unique shapes offer a wealth of design possibilities that go beyond typical straight edges. Here, the Wave Old Cream tile creates a pillowy effect on this backsplash, adding playful movement and a softer edge. Shop our wide assortment of uniquely shaped tile for more interesting profiles.

5. Choose a Charming Pattern

Warm neutrals are paired with an elegant pattern in the Bolshoi Taupe tile. The white, star-shaped design elevates the space, providing a focal point that complements a wide range of cabinet colors. Discover more delicate and eclectic designs when you shop patterned tile.

6. Add Texture With an Architectural Tile

Characterized by uneven surfaces, rough-edged architectural tile adds both visual and tactile texture to your space. Available in a wide range of materials, from wood to natural stone–like the Copper Rust Random Rectified Slate tile shown here–these authentic details bring a rustic feel to the room.

7. Add Elegance With a Diamond Shape

The charming silhouette of the Legno Wheaton tile draws the eye up this kitchen wall. The white chevron pieces outlining the brown diamond-shaped tiles add a sense of movement. Shop our vast selection of diamond-shaped tile for an on-point design for your space.

8. Create Old-World Vibes With an Encaustic Tile

Encaustic tiles are decorative cement tiles with a history in classical design. The pattern is inlaid into the tile, so it will remain even as the tiles age. This kitchen, designed by Georgia Pepperberry, showcases the Lira Negro Encaustic tile. The brown, black and white tile perfectly complements the white cabinets and wood-and-black range hood.

9. Choose Travertine for a Natural Look

A type limestone formed in mineral springs, travertine tile boasts rich color variation, with shades from black to silver. The Volcano Brushed Amalfi tile shown here, with its mix of chocolatey browns, beiges and greys, demonstrates the colorful range of this natural stone. Shop our wide selection of travertine tile to find the shade that fits your style.

10. Embrace Authenticity With Zellige Tile

Crafted, painted and glazed by hand, each Zellige tile is authentically unique. The Zellige Alabaster Gloss tile features varied tones that range from beige to pink to grey, creating a perfectly imperfect backsplash. If you love this handcrafted look, shop our full line of Zellige tile.

Updating your space is easier than you think! Shop our wide assortment of kitchen backsplash tiles to find your perfect style, and check out our guide on how to tile your backsplash yourself. Need more assistance? Visit your local Tile Shop showroom, where you’ll find the tile, tools and expert advice you need to get started.

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10. Boho Farmhouse

Boho Ikat-patterned floor tiles are paired with a farmhouse subway tile backsplash in this sophisticated kitchen, designed by I SPY DIY. The combination of patterns, colors and textures creates a rich and varied tableau. If you love this artistic, worldly style, check out our guide to boho chic design.

9. Beautiful Beige

The warm-toned Coco Canvas Glossy tile backsplash creates a welcoming atmosphere in this contemporary kitchen, designed by @cmormandesigns. The uneven surface texture and color variation, characteristic of handmade-look tile, add visual interest and complement the marble countertops and fashionable brass fixtures.

8. Varsity Blues

The variation in surface texture on the Retro Lino subway tile gives this best-selling tile its appeal. The vivid white glossy backsplash brightens the room, providing a contrast to the cool blue cabinetry. Discover more of the Timber Trails-designed home in the Varsity Blues Home Tour.

7. Coastal Chic

Warm whites grace this sleek kitchen, also designed by Timber Trails. The undulating surface of the Riad White tile creates gentle waves that reflect light across the stove backsplash. The off-white and light beige tones evoke a bright, sandy beach, for an elegant coastal chic look.

6. Serene White

The slightly textured surface of the Argile Matte White tile gives this space an artisanal fee. The subtle greyish tones make this handmade-look tile a versatile choice–perfect for a warm or cool neutral color scheme.

5. Tumbled Marble

The rustic, yet refined, look of tumbled marble elevates this modern farmhouse kitchen. The Meram Blanc Carrara subway tile, paired with the open wooden shelving, adds plenty of visual texture to this stylish space, designed by Our Home Colonial. For more ideas on achieving this cozy and chic aesthetic, check out our guide to modern farmhouse design.

4. Elegant Craftsman

Based on historic wallpaper by British designer William Morris, the Hawkdale Willow Olive tile pairs beautifully with the Hawkdale Pure Chalk tile, creating a moment of elegant whimsy on this Craftsman-style backsplash. Shop our exclusive Morris & Co. collection for more iconic patterns and colors.

3. Authentic Handmade Chic

Ancient techniques and modern style come together in this stylish kitchen, designed by Fox Homes. The wide grout joints highlight the uneven edges of these tiles, which are handcrafted by Moroccan artisans. If you love this one-of-a-kind look, shop our full assortment of Zellige tiles.

2. Warm Whites

Here, the Meram Blanc Carrara tile graces another favorite kitchen. The tumbled marble adds texture to the backsplash, providing a rich complement to the smooth off-white cabinets. If you love this traditional-meets-contemporary style, check out our guide to transitional design.

1. Envy-Worthy Hues

Don’t let the name confuse you–the Zellige Dirty Blue tile combines blue and brown shades for a rich olive green. The undulating surface of this handcrafted tile gives the kitchen backsplash a stunning sense of movement. We love the charm of this artisan petite subway tile as much as you do, which is why we carry it in four colorways: Azul, Shamrock, Turquoise and Dirty Blue.

Is a kitchen renovation at the top of your 2025 to-do list? Shop our wide assortment of kitchen tile or peruse our kitchen tile ideas for endless inspiration. If you need help getting started, schedule a free design consultation–we’ll help make your kitchen design dreams a reality!

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