{"id":1533,"date":"2019-07-19T12:15:26","date_gmt":"2019-07-19T17:15:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.tileshop.com\/?p=1533"},"modified":"2023-11-14T09:56:34","modified_gmt":"2023-11-14T15:56:34","slug":"a-color-story-blue","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/a-color-story-blue\/","title":{"rendered":"A Color Story: Blue"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Why do we love the color blue? It reminds us of the beautiful summer season, tropical waters, robin eggs, country skies, blueberry pie and even the cookie-obsessed character on Sesame Street. It also reminds us of how important it is to incorporate positive feelings into your designs. In this blog post, we’re identifying five different blue tile looks to transform help your home. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Featured: Winter Morning Athens Glass,<\/a> Blanco Waves<\/a>, Winter Morning<\/a> and Hampton Polished Stanton<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n
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“Blue is known for its trust and dependability. It’s reliable, responsible, and mentally soothing. For that reason alone, it’s one of the most-liked colors across the entire world.”\u2014CoSchedule\ufeff<\/a><\/p>\n
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Pattern Play<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Featured: Rowallan Encaustic Square Pattern<\/a> and Encaustic Cobalt<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

The color blue is said to encourage efficiency and confidence. Patterns are a great way to express your personality. Put the two concepts together, and you have the ultimate courageous look! <\/p>\n\n\n

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Featured: Blu Widow Hex<\/a>. Design by Collected Eclectic<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Liven up your patio with an energetic pattern and color. Blu Widow Hex<\/a> was made to entertain and set the scene for your summer backyard bash! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Seaside Oasis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Light blue is the best color to design with when it comes to easing stress and promoting tranquility. Which is why it’s the a perfect color for creating a variety of coastal looks.
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The Pixel series’ deep sea blue, teal and sea-green colors will add a nautical twist to a bathroom or kitchen. These ocean-inspired tiles are pool rated, making them perfect for adding a refreshing twist outdoor spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Featured: Pixel DEC 2 Lux, Pixel Deep Blue Natural and Pixel Sea Green Natural<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Check out our latest signature look, Beach House Bath, in the image below. This eye-catching display features tile from our Color Market series<\/a>. The light blue was pulled out of the floor and repeated on the wall to complement the bright colors. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Featured: Color Market Wonderland<\/a>, Patagonia, Chili<\/a>, Flamingo<\/a>, Lima Da Persia<\/a> and Q-Seal Bright White High Pencil Liner<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n
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“While the floor colors provide vibrancy and fun, the soft blue wall adds a calming effect, tying the beach vibe together beautifully.”\u2014Kirsty Froelich<\/a>, Tile Shop design manager <\/p>\n
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You can find Beach House Bath and explore more of the Color Market series’ endless colorways in a showroom near you<\/a>.
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You don’t have to dive beneath the ocean’s surface to find this next tile. Patchwood Deep Ocean’s wood look and dark shades of blue and grey replicate wooden planks from sunken ships.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Featured: Patchwood Deep Ocean<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Farmhouse Blue<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Featured: Imperial Cobalt Subway, Star Blue<\/a>, Alato Midnight Chevron<\/a> and Legno White Wood Look<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Blue and white have remained a classic country palette throughout the years. The timeless duo adds a welcoming and refreshing look to any design. Our rustic Star Blue<\/a> tile holds an identical coloration and feeling. Utilize the tile’s vintage charm and appearance to complete a modern farmhouse look<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Featured: Star Blue<\/a>. Design by The English Room<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

The playfully patterned accent backsplash in the image below belongs to our Annie Selke Ikat collection<\/a>. This bold blue tile adds a bohemian vibe to the artisanal-style subway tiles and country kitchen. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Featured: Annie Selke Shadow Navy, Artisanal White<\/a>, Artisanal White Moldura<\/a> and Artisanal Smokey Blue Pencil<\/a> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Luxurious Blue<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Who knew blue stone and stone-look tiles could be so appealing to the eye? We did!<\/p>\n\n\n

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Featured:\u00a0<\/em>Victoria Grey Harlow with White Marble<\/a>. Design by Decorlift Interiors.<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Refine your kitchen backsplash with the soft blue undertones of Victoria Grey marble and refreshing white marble. This chevron mosaic provides a perfect accent of elegance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aqua Blu<\/a> defines the look of luxury and individuality. The polished blue stone look instantly elevates this shower.
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Featured:\u00a0<\/em>Aqua Blu<\/a>,\u00a0<\/em>Aqua Blu Mosaic<\/a> and\u00a0<\/em>Glass Silver Diamond<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Bold and Blue<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For our last look, we were inspired by the saying “go big or go home.” Improve the atmosphere of a small space by filling it with shades of blue. While this bathroom’s courageous focal point is the blue tile, the designer brightened up the space with accents of white and gold. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Featured: Dot Indigo and Matte White Mosaic. Design by Paro Home<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Step into the refreshing shower oasis below\u2014the glistening blue Humboldt Glass subway tiles lighten the atmosphere. We love the coordinating niche and floor tiles. The Hampton Carrara marble<\/a> adds an appealing sophistication to the design. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Featured: Humboldt Glass<\/a> and Hampton Carrara Cardine<\/a>. Design by Profi Floor LLC.<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Ready to refresh your home with the color blue? We have plenty of blue tiles to help with that. Visit your nearest showroom<\/a> to see the largest selection of tile in U.S.
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