1. Add Drama With Rust Details

Rich, rust-colored Kasbah Cross Terracotta tile is interspersed with creamy Kasbah Star Bone tile to create a unique checkerboard pattern on the floor of this opulent hotel-esque bathroom. These hearty tones are echoed in the expressive rust-colored veining of the Arabian Pisa Oro marble look tile inside the shower. We love how the handmade-look Coco wall tiles—in White Matte and Canvas Glossy—contribute a subtle visual texture that doesn’t compete with the bold hues.

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2. Choose Tastefully Earthy Taupe

Warm chocolate brown blends with grey and light brown to create the fabulous, fall-inspired tones of Organic Clay Taupe tile. In this stylish entryway, the taupe tile is installed with white grout, tying it to the creamy white shelving and the warm white Jerica Ceniza brick-look floor tile. The result is a welcoming, contemporary space that feels stylish in any season.

Shop taupe tile for more rich, earth-toned designs. 👉

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3. Add Authentic Appeal With Zellige Tile

This gorgeous bathroom features a Zellige Dirty Blue Gloss tile backsplash. Crafted, painted and glazed by hand using ancient techniques, each piece of this authentic Moroccan tile offers truly unique character. With undulating shades of green, blue and brown, this earthy neutral tile brings lush, artisanal detail to the space.

Shop our wide selection of authentic Moroccan design in our Zellige tile collection.

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4. Celebrate Midcentury Design

Featuring sleek lines and a natural palette, midcentury modern design continues to feel fresh as we move further into a new century. This fashionable backsplash showcases neatly stacked vertical subway tile, highlighting the chic silhouette and rich coloration emblematic of this enduring style.

Our exclusive Fired Earth Stoneware collection features subway tile in four retro-inspired colorways: Indigo Spruce, Powder White, Rainwashed and Linen Brick (shown). With speckled details reminiscent of midcentury pottery, these distinctive tiles add effortless modern style to your space.

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5. Add Visual Texture With Terrazzo-Look Tile

Flecks of brown, grey and black punctuate a crisp white background in the Terrazzo Bianco Macro tile. Named for the Italian terraces traditionally paved with a composite material made of glass and marble pressed into cement, this porcelain tile mimics the look of authentic terrazzo while providing exceptional durability.

Here, the checkerboard Nuovo Riad tile in Creme and Bianco complements the rich, earthy and crisp white tones of the terrazzo-look tile. Pairing the handmade-look wall tile with the smooth, speckled floor tile creates a space alive with visual texture while maintaining a serene, neutral palette.

Shop Terrazzo tile in all three colorways: Bianco Macro, Nero Macro and Nero Micro.

6. Create an Outdoor Oasis With Patio & Pool Tile

Warm-toned terracotta pavers are reimagined in a durable porcelain format with the Antique Terracotta tile (also available in Green, Grey, Lava and Pearl). Designed to withstand the elements, this outdoor tile helps you create a luxurious space that maintains its beauty through the seasons. We love how this earthy reddish-brown patio tile pairs with the muted sea-green of the Lagoon Niebla Koh Pai pool tile.

Find a wealth of weather-resistant styles in all shades when you shop outdoor tile. 👉

7. Embrace Modern Rustic Design

Showcasing contemporary refinement with earthy appeal, modern rustic design brings rough-hewn elegance to your home. In this Alison Victoria–designed space, an irregular rock wall pairs with Bianco Puro honed chevron marble tile, brilliantly blending sleek and stony textures.

To achieve this rugged yet sophisticated look, mix rich neutrals with crisp white stone. Explore a wealth of options in our exclusive white marble collections: Hampton Carrara, Calcata Evora, Arctic White and Bianco Puro.

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8. Make a Bold Statement

The bold, expressive veining of Macchia Vecchia marble look tile fills this Nikki Chu–designed bathroom with a striking sense of movement. Rich ochre, subtle grey and deep brown tones flow across a creamy background, creating a lush, luxurious tableau. Paired with real Calcata Evora marble on the floor, this space is a masterclass in mixing tile.

Find more vivid designs in our wide selection of marble-look tile.

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9. Take Natural Aesthetics to New Places

Wood isn’t the best material for a shower, but with durable, waterproof wood-look porcelain or ceramic tile, you can bring rugged natural appeal to your wet spaces. Here, Rovere Honey tile is accented with a stripe of Trois Bandes patterned tile. The juxtaposition of organic woodgrain detail and ridged geometric design creates striking contrast in this stylish space.

Shop our wide selection of wood-look tile for more durable, organic designs. 👉

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10. Create an Enviously Opulent Space With Green Marble

Opulent, bejeweled tones fill this magnificent bathroom with rich, expressive movement. The Alison Victoria Malibu Edit Matador tile showcases gorgeous green marble in a unique scalloped shape designed to emulate waves crashing onto its namesake beach. While green might not be the first color that comes to mind when you hear “neutral,” we’d argue that this lush space is wonderfully earthy.

If this space fills you with envy, explore our wide selection of green tile.

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11. Add Beautifully Rustic Texture With Brick-Look Tile

Bring rustic chic to your space with richly textured brick-look tile like the French Quarter Toulouse Street tile shown here. Made of durable, weather-resistant porcelain, this robust tile is perfect for indoor and outdoor spaces alike. Warm orange and deep brown tones combine to create vibrant, earthy color, but this tile is also available in cool neutrals: Bienville Street (dark grey), Chartres Street (brilliant white) and St. Peter Street (light grey).

12. Reflect Your Personality

Capture the radiance of the sun with a brilliant glass tile like Kelli Fontana Patina Gilded Mirror tile. Featuring distressed details and stunning gold tones, this luxurious tile reflects your unique aesthetic while adding brightness to your neutral design.

If you love this bold, romantic vibe, explore our exclusive Kelli Fontana designer collection.

13. Fold In Whimsical Details

Charming, cozy and chic, English country cottage design has crossed the pond to bring delight to American homes. Featuring dainty, often whimsical patterns, this fanciful style blends the comfort of your grandma’s living room with the elegance of Jane Austen’s drawing room. In this inviting Timber Trails–designed laundry room, Laura Ashley Wicker Dove Grey tile, with its warm greige tones and geometric floral motif, adds cheer to everyday chores.

If you love this whimsical look, explore our exclusive Laura Ashley designer collection. 👉

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14. Make a Mediterranean Escape

Inspired by the uniquely shaped tile emblematic of Alhama de Granada, Spain, the Provenzal Alhama Cotto (also available in Grey) transforms this stylish patio, designed by @ShoeMakesNew, into a Mediterranean retreat. The terracotta color brings warmth to this American “villa,” while the porcelain format makes it durable enough to withstand North American climates.

15. Create an Expressive Slab Look

Vividly veined, Erding Pearl Matte tile fills this counter-to-ceiling backsplash with wondrous movement and rustic detail. Made of durable porcelain, the large format tile spans the full height with minimal grout lines, creating a sleek slab look, as if the space were clad in a single piece of marble.

Explore our wide selection of marble look tile for more durably chic designs in a wide range of neutral tones. 👉

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16. Pick a Neutral Pattern

Fashionably floral or boldly geometric, patterned tile adds artistry to your design. Here, Morris & Co. Pure Net Brick tile weaves soft browns into a lace-like pattern, bringing elegance to an earthy palette. Dark and light brown tones pair beautifully with a lavender door and cabinetry, creating a moody, sophisticated take on English country cottage design.

If this lovely motif is your cup of tea, explore our exclusive Morris & Co. designer collection for more historic patterns inspired by the iconic British designer.

17. Add Architectural Detail

The rough-cut edges of Claros Silver Architectural tile jut out from this fireplace surround, giving it splendid tactile as well as visual texture. Featuring grey, beige, bronze and cream tones, this travertine tile is naturally opulent with expressive variation.

Perfect for a fireplace surround or statement wall, architectural tile is available in a wide variety of natural stone options.

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18. Create a Checkmate Design

Level up your checkerboard game by going beyond classic black and white. Here, earthy beige Bucak Light Walnut and Arctic White marble tiles are arranged in a chic diagonal pattern across the floor of this stunning Timber Trails–designed bathroom.

This dynamic design is endlessly versatile. Simply pair any two same-size square tiles (or halved rectangular tiles) to create a winning look. Or take the guesswork out of the process by shopping our curated checkerboard pairings.

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19. Add an Abstract Design

Leaning into geometry, the Nikki Chu Zulu Pumice tile (also available in Graphite [black] and Cement [grey]) features white, hand-drawn-look shapes on a serene, earthy beige background. The abstract arches are multidirectional, allowing for custom designs like the seemingly random arrangement along the far wall of this tub surround.

Discover more globally inspired, fashion-forward designs when you shop our exclusive Nikki Chu designer collection.

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20. Add Depth to Your Design With Black Stone

Subtle bronze tones give Noir limestone subway tile beautiful depth, as seen in this warm mudroom designed by Julie Howard for Timber Trails. The rich coloration is enhanced by natural light and ochre walls, filling the space with warmth. Dark, earthy tones are also practical, helping minimize the appearance of dirt in this high-traffic area.

Shop our wide selection of limestone tile to discover a wealth of natural tones. 👉

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21. Take Your Design Up a Notch With Travertine

Formed in mineral springs, travertine is a type of limestone known for expressive coloration and beautiful natural movement. With silver, beige and brown veining, Claros Silver Hex travertine floor tile adds lush visual texture to this West Bay Homes–designed wet room. Paired with Atlanta White marble look wall tile, the space strikes the perfect balance between natural beauty and practical durability.

Explore our extensive collection of travertine tile for more naturally elegant looks.

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22. Bathe in Beige

Bathing this space in the lush, undulating tones of the Coco Canvas Glossy tile, @jessicasmithhomedesign creates a serene shower that exudes luxury. Installed in a vertical straight stack, the subway tile walls echo the vertical boards on the wainscoting while adding a sense of height to the space. A marble checkerboard tile floor completes the look, bringing in rich, soothing neutral details.

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Bring Your Dream Space to Life!

Whatever tone, material or style you desire, you’ll find tile and flooring to suit your space at The Tile Shop. Shop tile by color to explore a wealth of beautiful hues and see how they’ll look in your space with our Tile Visualizer.

Ready to start your reno? Schedule a free design consultation or visit your local Tile Shop showroom, where you’ll find the materials, tools and expert advice to take your project from concept to completion.

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While the classics—white, beige, grey and brown—remain popular, the modern neutral palette has expanded to include serene, nature-inspired blues and greens, along with striking bronze, terracotta and moody black tones. These lush yet subdued hues create visually rich tableaus that remain comfortably within neutral territory, and by layering tones, patterns and textures, you can bring stylish complexity to even the simplest color palette.

1. Add Distinct Texture

One way to add interest to a minimal color scheme is through shape and texture. This stunning shower, designed by @the_daily_diy_official, creates visual complexity with accents—the Atins Lambri Shell tile stripe and Calacatta Gold Matte Hex tile in the shower niche. While these tiles tonally complement the main Marmo Calacatta Gold wall tile, their distinct shape and texture introduce a subtle visual disruption that engages without overwhelming the senses.

2. Maintain Elegant Cohesion With a Stone Collection

Lush, luxurious and enduringly appealing, natural stone adds enjoyment and value to your home. This beautiful bathroom is bathed in Siberian Pearl marble. Featuring an ice-white background with grey and beige veining, the radiant, movement-rich pearly grey coloring creates a serene yet dynamic look. The stone design—which includes layered trim and a Niles With Grey Dot mosaic tile centerpiece—creates a uniform space that is anything but boring.

The Tile Shop’s exclusive natural stone collections include multiple styles with matching mosaics and trim, making it easy to achieve a wonderfully cohesive and timelessly elegant space—all in striking organic neutral tones. Explore this and some of our most popular collections: Bianco Colorato, Black Marquina, Firenze and Legno limestone.

3. Create Hex-cellent Designs

A classic shape experiencing a resurgence in interior design, hexagon tile enhances spaces with energetic movement and stylish silhouettes. This chic shower features the Marmaris Sunset hex, whose expressive stone-look veining brings vibrant movement to a calming neutral color scheme. By combining cool and warm neutrals, the tile’s contemporary palette adds stunning visual texture even with minimal accents.

Explore our wide selection of hexagon tile for a variety of colors, patterns and sizes to create an eye-catching design.

4. Add Rich Rust Details

Even a neutral palette can be brilliant with the right details. Tonally complementary to beige and white, rust red and terracotta enrich a color scheme without straying far from comforting neutral territory. This fashionable bathroom incorporates shades of orange to stunning effect, featuring the checkerboard Kasbah floor tile in Cross Terracotta and Star Bone, alongside the movement-rich rust veining of the Arabian Pisa Oro marble-look shower wall tile.

Explore our full selection of orange tile to introduce robust, warm tones into your neutral palette. 👉

5. Don’t Let Your Budget Limit Your Style

At The Tile Shop, we’re committed to delivering quality design for every budget. Priced under $7 per sq. ft., the Macula Matte marble-look tile and Villa Cool Grey subway tile bring lavish, affordable style to this chic shower. The soft, undulating grey tones of the handmade-look subway tile complement the expressive grey veining of the large format marble-look tile for an exquisite neutral space.

Discover our wide selection of beautiful tile for every budget and style in our Tile Under $7 collection.

6. Venture to the Dark Side

Sleek and sophisticated, black and dark steely grey tile create a wonderfully soothing mood. This fashionable shower features the Imperial Pewter Matte subway tile. This shade of soft, velvety grey is so close to black that we included it in our list of black shower tile ideas. We love how the dark grey midtones are contrasted with white grout and complemented by jet-black fixtures.

To explore a more dramatic, moody look, browse our wide selection of black tile. 👉

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7. Create High Contrast

White and black naturally create the perfect yin-and-yang balance, enlivening your space without disrupting its tranquility. Here, Color Mind Light AC Matte subway tile on shower walls is paired with Hex Matte Black tile in the recessed niche. White grout creates a seamless backdrop on the shower walls, then gently contrasts with the black hex tile in the niche, creating a dynamic yet subtle visual texture with standout geometric simplicity.

8. Soothe With Scallops

A unique tile shape can add interest to a simple color scheme. From scallops and waves to leaves, stars, and crosses, an unexpected silhouette can enliven your space by offering a welcome deviation from the routine. Designed by @malloryandrewsinteriors, this stunning shower wall features the Tortona White tile. The scalloped edge lends softness, while the diagonal installation adds an unexpected twist, creating visual distinction even as the complementary grout maintains a nuanced design. The look is so original that carrying it through into the shower niche—where you might expect a different tile—feels both organic and playful.

9. Pick a Pretty Penny

Small but mighty, penny round tile packs a major design punch, as shown in this deceptively simple shower designed by @onecottageway. Large stripes of tightly packed Penny Round tile in Matte White and Milk create a subtle tonal shift, giving the shower an air of understated elegance. If you look closely, you’ll notice the tile also extends onto the bathroom wall, creating a cohesive space with gentle movement that feels expansive.

10. Layer In Coastal Vibes

Warm off-white and cool denim-blue hues blend together to create this sea-meets-shore coastal chic dream space. The Signature Denim Gloss subway and London and Pencil trim tiles are layered around a picture frame of Shapes Elongated Hex Off White Two Tone mosaic tile, finished with a subtle layer of Signature Oatmeal Gloss Square Pencil trim. The muted oceanic tones create a calming atmosphere that’ll transform any house into a beach house—whether you’re East Coast, West Coast or no coast.

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11. Showcase a Beautiful Motif

By framing a patterned or mosaic tile with trim, you can create a decorative focal point that adds interest to your shower wall without overwhelming the space. If bold, bright designs aren’t your style, opt for an elegant neutral motif, like the Kelli Fontana Inlay Proper Naples Beach tile shown here. Featuring an ornate white floral pattern on a soft travertine-look background, this tile is fancy without being flamboyant.

Love this romantic, feminine aesthetic? Explore our exclusive Kelli Fontana designer collection for more of her signature bold, classic and whimsical designs.

12. Pair Natural Stone With Stone-Look Tile

Natural stone comes in a range of neutral tones—from crisp white to deep black—making marble, travertine, slate and limestone excellent choices for a neutral shower design. If you love the one-of-a-kind character of stone but want to stretch your budget or simplify maintenance, try pairing the real thing with marble-look porcelain or ceramic tile.

This tasteful wet room, designed by West Bay Homes, features Claros Siler hex floor tile and Atlanta White porcelain wall tile. We love how the lush, complex silver and beige tones of the stone contrast with the thin grey veining in the wall tile.

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13. Keep It Classy With Black and White

This stylish color-blocked shower is black and white and fabulous all over. Like a well-tailored tux, Lanse Matte Picket tile in Black and White suits the space with striking contrast and crisp horizontal and diagonal lines. Installed with matching grout, the unique picket shape—named for the pointed fence posts it resembles—is subtle but distinct, while the matte finish gives the space a sleek, contemporary appeal.

Discover more dynamic designs when you shop picket tile. 👉

14. Surround Yourself With Spa-Like Serenity

Achieve the luxurious, relaxing feel of expansive stone slabs in a durable, easy-to-maintain format with oversized porcelain panels. Available individually or in complete shower and tub surround kits, these opulent designs mimic real stone and require even fewer grout lines than large-format tile, creating a near-seamless finish throughout your space.

In this spa-worthy bathroom, Masterstone White panels are installed in the shower and behind the vanity, filling the space with soft beige and gray tones for a chic, realistic marble effect. The hexagon-shaped mirror, floating vanity, and tapered sconces add contemporary contrast to this timeless tableau.

Shop porcelain panel shower kits in all four on-trend styles: Masterstone White, Calacatta White, Statuario Nuovo and Max Rapolano.

15. “Paint” Your Walls With Relaxing Pastels

Inspired by her original watercolors, our exclusive Laura Park designer collaboration is filled with painterly designs and soothing color palettes. This gorgeous shower showcases the Laura Park Seaside Marble porcelain tile, which pairs realistic stone veining with vibrant blue tones that evoke the ocean—an inspiration for many of Park’s designs. The floor and the side of the shower bench are tiled with the coordinating Herringbone mosaic, adding both visual movement and traction underfoot.

16. Luxuriate in Lush White Marble

Crisp, creamy white marble epitomizes relaxing luxury, as in this lavish shower featuring expressively veined Volakas marble. Abundant with natural movement, the corner-to-corner marble tile feels both elegant and distinctive. We love how it’s paired with a brass shower fixture for a sleek, contemporary look.

For a wealth of coordinating options, explore this and our other exclusive white marble tile collections: Arctic White, Bianco Puro, Calacata Evora and Hampton Carrara.

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17. Stimulate Your Senses With Pebble Tile

The raised contours of the White Pebbles tile provide a subtle foot massage as you enter this ruggedly refined shower. Tumbled for softness and visual depth, each stone contributes to a mosaic full of natural texture. Its subdued beige‑and‑white palette feels earthy yet understated, infusing the space with a calm, spa‑like serenity.

18. Add Natural Appeal With Wood-Look Tile

Wood may not be the best material choice for a shower, but you can achieve the same look with water-resistant porcelain or ceramic wood-look tile. Whether your aesthetic is rugged or refined, this look complements a range of contemporary and traditional styles.

This stately shower features Rovere Honey tile, whose realistic woodgrain details create wonderful visual texture. We how the organic feel of these long porcelain “planks” contrasts with the geometric stripe of Trois Bandes black-and-white patterned tile.

19. Add Fashion-Forward Design

Eclectic, globally inspired designs and a fashion-forward neutral color palette define our exclusive collaboration with celebrity designer Nikki Chu. This stylish shower features two of her tiles: the Tangier Cement patterned tile and the Mrembo Polished marble-look large format tile. The crisp, hand-drawn geometric motif adds movement and visual interest, complemented by the warm white background and subtle grey veining of the stone-look tile. Notice how the polished surface reflects the pattern at the corners of the shower, adding dimension and giving the small space an expansive feel.

Explore the Nikki Chu collection for more lavish, easily coordinating looks.

20. Go Green

Green might not be the first color that comes to mind when you think of a neutral color palette, but we’d like to make a case for including this lush, serene hue in the category. While bright shades of lime and kelly green can feel more invigorating than calming, a dark forest or soft mint green brings a subdued—yet still vibrant—tone to your space.

Providing a connection to nature that stimulates the senses, the deep emerald tones of the Alison Victoria Gem marble mosaic tile are cut through with thin beige veining, softening the dark surface. These expressive tones are perfectly complemented by the bold green and beige veining in the Marradi Calacatta Emerald marble-look tile featured in the shower niche. The result is a space that is at once restful and rejuvenating.

If this space turns you green with envy, explore our wide assortment of green tile. 👉

21. Add Handcrafted Character

Crafted, painted and glazed by hand, each Zellige tile is one of a kind, infusing your space with truly unique character. This beautiful shower, designed by @hannahcustomhomes, showcases Zellige Alabaster Gloss—a radiant neutral with undulating shades of pinkish beige and grey.

If you love this authentic handmade look, explore our selection of Zellige tile in a range of traditional shapes and colors. For a bit more uniformity—or a slightly lower price point—browse our extensive collection of handmade-look tile.

22. Embrace Botanical Patterns

Botanical patterns, from fanciful florals to the lush leaves on display in this shower from @thehoneycombhome, provide a connection to nature that can both soothe and uplift your mood. The graceful willow branch motif on the Morris & Co. Hawkdale Willow Olive tile—which is derived from the iconic British designer’s 1887 wallpaper pattern—creates a zen-like tableau on the wall of this shower from @thehoneycombhome. Interspersed with the coordinating Hawkdale Pure Chalk tile to create negative space, this design combines naturalism with a minimalist aesthetic.

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23. Accent With Trim

It’s true for tile, just as it is with clothing or bedding—layering makes your design feel more stylized and intentional. This shower beautifully demonstrates how tile can be mixed and layered to create visual interest. Featuring tile from our Signature collection, the Bianco Bevel Gloss is framed with Denim Gloss Pencil and layered with Bianco Gloss REL between the Denim Gloss London tile that bisects the space. Without straying from a simple neutral color palette, this layout elevates the shower with subtle layers of complexity.

Shop our exclusive Signature collection tile for elevated basics in a range of contemporary neutrals designed for mixing and matching.

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24. Create a Chain Reaction

Inspired by high-end textile designs, the Kelli Fontana Chain Reaction Pearl Beige Stone tile (also available in Black on Black marble) features a travertine “chain” interspersed with crisp white marble. The mix of stones gives this space an opulent, dynamic appeal and movement that draws the eye up the wall. It’s a perfect example of how to introduce stylish complexity while maintaining a simple color scheme.

Explore our wide selection of mosaic tile for more intricately detailed designs.

25. Consider Your Grout

Don’t discount grout when creating your tile design—this necessary element is also an essential style detail. The color you choose can dramatically transform your space: Contrasting grout can accentuate a unique layout or create a sense of movement, while complementary grout softens the design, allowing the tile to take center stage.

In this shower, Whisper Grey grout blends seamlessly with the overall design, complementing the Hampton Carrara tile in the recessed niche and creating only a subtle tonal shift from the Signature Bianco subway tile on the walls.

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Let’s Create a Space You’ll Love!

Ready to design a shower that soothes and invigorates? Browse our wide selection of shower tile to find the perfect shade and design to suit your style. Need extra assistance? Schedule a free design consultation or visit your local Tile Shop, where you’ll find the materials, tools, and expert advice needed to bring your dream space to life.

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1. Sunny Yellow

Invigorate your space with a bright and cheery yellow. The vibrant Color Market Lima Da Persia tile fills this shower space designed by Effortless Style Interiors with a warm, sunny glow. We love how the yellow bricks extend into the window recess. If you’re all about this cheery shade, shop our full selection of yellow tile.

2. Rustic Orange

A more subdued hue, rich rustic orange will fill your space with a warm, relaxed feel. This wash station designed by River Stone Tile features the Star Oxide tile. The folk art-inspired star pattern and worn details of the tile complete the modern farmhouse look of this space. Discover ways you can use tile to achieve this aesthetic with our guide to modern farmhouse style.

3. Warm Terracotta

Terracotta captures the warmth of the setting sun with its rusty, sun-soaked hue. This serene bathroom features a traditional Moroccan star and cross pattern floor. The burnt orange tile makes this space feel cozy and inviting. For more relaxed and rustic shades, shop our wide selection of orange tile.

4. Pretty Pink

Infuse your space with the softer tones that make up the edges of the sunset. The pretty pastels–think pinks, purples and softer yellows–will give your space a chic, understated feminine look. This bathroom features The Tile Shop-exclusive Brick x Brick by Alison Victoria Petal tile. We love how the soft color pairs with the hard brick look for a charming space that’s a little edgy. If you love this pretty hue, shop our wide range of pink tile.

5. Lush Blush

This luscious orange-pink shade perfectly encapsulates the tranquility of an summer evening. The Imperial Blush Gloss tile creates a calming sensation in this shower designed by Yellow Brick Home. The small square mosaic and orangey coloring is giving this space charming retro vibes.

6. Alabaster Glow

The soft pinkish-white tones of the authentically handmade Zellige Alabaster Gloss tile lends this space a gorgeously peaceful glow. Each Zellige tile is crafted, painted and glazed by hand giving them unique character. The subtle color shifts, from a greyish white to pink to a lush beige, create a wondrous neutral palette, like the one found in nature.

7. Lovely Lavender

A lavender haze settles where the sun sets in the sky, and you can capture this greyish, purplish tint in your space with tile and paint. This gorgeous room designed by I SPY DIY features the Silver Hex tile. The silver-grey hue perfectly picks up the lavender tones of this pretty modern farmhouse bathroom.

8. Sky Blue

Don’t forget about the blue skies that proceed the sunset. The brilliant blue hue of the Laura Ashley Wicker Sea Spray tile fills this bright and airy mudroom with good bright-day vibes. We love how the simple white, wood and wicker fixtures in the room bring out the blue in the tile. For more of this beautiful blue room designed by Timber Trails, check out A Step Inside: Timber Trails’ Varsity Blues.

9. Golden Hour

Give your space a bright golden glow with the Patina Gilded Mirror by Kelli Fontana tile. This mirrored glass tile features a patina surface that reflects the light for a brilliant shine. This gold-tinted tile will capture the majesty of the setting sun no matter the time of day, and fill your home with a warm sparkling sheen. If you love this classic, bold and whimsical style, shop our exclusive Kelli Fontana Collection.

Inspired to incorporate these bright sunset hues in your next design? It’s easier than ever to make your design dreams a reality with our free design services. Or, explore even more colorful tile in real spaces on our Customer Room Gallery and Instagram!

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1. Marble-Look Tiles

If you love the look of marble, but not the maintenance, durable, water-proof and easy-to-clean marble-look porcelain tiles are your friend. Available in a variety of looks that mimic real marble (and even in colorful veining that can’t be found in nature, like the Marradi Calacatta Emerald and the Splendor Oceania), these tiles will infuse your bathroom with luxury. This bathroom, designed by Construction 2 Style, incorporates both the large-format Lincoln White Polished tile and the mosaic-look Marble Star tile.

2. Primary Bathroom Walk-In Shower Ideas

If you have the space, a walk-in shower can add comfort to your primary bathroom and set you up for an aging-in-place home. The added grout lines between the 2″ Claros Silver Hex floor tiles in this bathroom, designed by Exell, create traction, while the large-format Atlanta White wall tiles make this space feel more expansive.

3. Penny Round Stripes

This fun and funky bathroom designed by Ocotillo House & Home uses penny-round tile to create unexpected diagonal stripes. We love how this bathroom embraces simple geometric shapes from the circle mirror to the off-set square handles on the vanity. The effect of the primary color (plus black-and-white) color scheme and basic shapes create a deceptively simple design.

4. Architectural Accent Wall

Architectural elements like exposed brick or stone can add great visual texture to your space, but if your home doesn’t include those features, you can add your own with architectural tile. The flagstaff tile used in this bathroom designed by Smitten Design & Interiors creates a stunning accent wall that adds an extra dimension to this space.

5. Biophilic Bathtub Backsplash

Characterized by it’s nature-inspired prints, shapes and colors, “biophilic design” is about creating wellness-focused, serotonin-inducing spaces that bring the outdoors in. With the branch-shaped light fixture, floral-motif window and botanical-patterned Amazonia Emerald tile, this bathroom designed by The Lazy Lavender creates a lush retreat that embodies everything we love about this on-trend style.

6. Posh Polkadots

Who says polkadots can’t be chic? One look at this stunning bathroom designed by Beginning in the Middle proves that whimsy and elegance can go hand and hand. They used the Firenze Carrara Hex and the Black Marquina Hex tiles to create a custom design that is fun and stylish.

7. Primary Bathroom Shower Ideas

Tile provides endless possibilities for personalizing even a small shower. Create a picture frame or focal point using a favorite mosaic or patterned tile like the runner of the Trois Bandes diamond-shaped pattern shown here. And don’t forget about finishings! Trim and thresholds will give your shower a polished, designed look.

8. Custom Patterns

For this modern colonial bathroom, the husband and wife team behind Chris Loves Julia needed a tile to match the unique space. The black-and-white cross-patterned tile floor is created using hexagon tile in a custom design. We love how the Hampton Carrara Hex marble tile pops against the Hex Matte Black porcelain tile. Make sure to read more about how they created this custom design.

9. Textile-Inspired Backsplash

The raised, woven design of the Annie Selke Crosshatch Soft Pink creates a softness to this chic bathroom designed by Refine Studios. The subtle design on the tile gives this backsplash great visual texture that complements the black metal mirror frames and candleholder sconces. If you love this textile-inspired look, shop our exclusive Annie Selke collection.

10. Cool Blues

The color of the sea and sky, blue is a new neutral that despite its musical reputation, can brighten your mood. This brilliant blue accent wall uses the Cool Blue handmade-look tile, which features variations in color tone and a glossy surface for a tile that shines. It this is your hue, shop our full assortment of blue tile.

11. Wood-Look Floor Tile

Real wood is prone to water damage and can trap bacteria–not the most suitable material for a bathroom–but wood-look porcelain or luxury vinyl tile (like the Cyrus Plus Akadia tile shown here) will give the appearance of real wood without the headache.

12. Picture Frame

Highlight a favorite mosaic or patterned tile in a picture frame. Using layered trim, you can create a decorative focal point in your bathroom or shower that will add a highly designed elegance to your space. This is also a great way to incorporate a loved tile that might be overwhelming in the entire space or add visual texture with an intricate mosaic like the Firenze Calcatta Hex tile shown here.

13. Coastal Chic

Embrace a breezy beach lifestyle with a charming coastal-inspired pattern like the Summerland by Jeffery Alan Marks in Miramar shown here. This faded linen pattern is everything we love about a sun-kissed summer day. The woven light fixtures and soft grey subway tile add to the relaxed ambiance of this primary bathroom.

14. Geometric Patterns

This stunning bathroom designed by Kate Pearce Vintage goes bold with a geometric patterned tile. The rust orange and charcoal shapes of the Artisan Tiare tile give this space an air of both orderliness and fun. The white walls and ceiling allow this pattern to be the star and the simple brown, white and red accessories blend into the color scheme, making the greenery to stand out.

15. Quiet Luxury

“Quiet luxury,” a trend focused on sustainability, authenticity and personalization embodies all the qualities you need to create a relaxing and revitalizing space. This bathroom designed by Nikki Chu incorporates the understated opulence of quiet luxury with the luxe Macchia Vecchia marble-look wall tile paired with the real marble Calcata Evora floor tile.

16. Large-Format Herringbone

The large-format rectangular marble tile is used to create the oversized herringbone pattern in this elegant bathroom designed by Timber Trails. The soft grey veining in the Volakas marble tile and the diagonal layout of the tile create a gentle sense of movement that is at once calming and stimulating.

17. Checkerboard for the Win

Black and white and fabulous all over, this bathroom embraces the whimsical elegance of a classic checkerboard pattern. The black and white squares made from the Hampton Carrara and the Black Marquina marble tiles elevate this pattern and tie into the ultra-chic Casablanca Mosaic tub backsplash.

18. Cool Industrial Style

You don’t need to live in a downtown loft to utilize contemporary industrial style. This cool bathroom designed by Kelli Fontana Vogelgesang at West Bay Homes uses the Softcement Graphite porcelain cement-look tile to create a sleek and chic loft-look space. We love how she incorporated the plant and nature print for an organic softness that contrasts with the dark tile.

19. Marble Mosaic Backsplash

This lush leaf-shaped marble mosaic makes for a gorgeous backsplash in this modern primary bathroom designed by Alison Victoria for her Chicago home. The Elia Polished by Alison Victoria features light grey veining for an elegant sense of movement. This tile is versatile enough to complement a variety of design styles, but we like how it pairs with the gold sconces and faucets.

20. Add a Shower Niche

Don’t spend all your money creating your ideal bathroom just to hang a shower caddy over your faucet. Decorative and functional, a shower niche is a stylish way to store your soaps and shampoos. Use this space to showcase a favorite mosaic or patterned tile and frame it with trim to add extra appeal.

21. Graphic and Chic Patterns

You will be the primary user of your primary bathroom, so don’t be afraid to showcase your personal style. The Nikki Chu Zulu Graphite bold tile features Nikki’s signature graphic designs for a fun and funky space that oozes personality.

22. Colored Brick-Look Tiles

The Brick x Brick by Alison Victoria in Petal tile is everything we love about exposed brick, handmade look and subway tile. This incredibly chic bathroom features beautiful color and surface texture variation for the authentic look of brick in a soft pink hue.

23. Authentic Zellige Tile

Zellige tile is handcrafted according to ancient techniques by artisans in Morocco, ensuring that each piece will be a unique connection to historic craftsmanship. We can’t think of anything more luxurious and personalized! Available in several stunning colors, use this tile to create a space that’s as tasteful as it is timeless.

24. Relaxed Boho Style

Embrace an easy, worldly style with the stylishly eclectic boho style. Kelli Fontana Vogelgesang of West Bay Homes shows how to use this style effectively in this chic and charming primary bathroom. The Annie Selke Ikat Black tile floor incorporates an Indonesian textile design which, along with the intricately carved wooden mirror frames, creates a space that feels as if it’s been styled with findings from world travels.

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Chic Rust Hues

The Artisan Tiare tile is used to great effect in this bathroom designed by Kate Pearce Vintage. The rust, cream and charcoal colored pattern makes this space feel calm and inviting. The warm colors make us want to relax in a hot bath on a cool fall day.

Apple-Red & Pink Blossoms

The deep red and pastel pink pairing gives this bathroom floor, designed by The Gold Hive, an unexpected twist. The Imperial Sienna Hex gives off serious fall vibes, while the addition of the Pink Hex makes this a tile design that’s sure to please year-round.

Rich Autumn Neutrals

Not all of fall is bright, it’s also the time when we start to embrace more muted, warm neutrals. We love how the flecks of dark brown and light beige in the Terrazzo Bianco Macro create the effect of falling brown leaves against a winter-white background.

Brilliant Harvest Gold

The lustrous Patina Gilded Mirror by Kelli Fontana tile perfectly complements the Splendours Brown tile with its undulating surface texture and glossy finish. Like our favorite fall colors, they combine shine, warm tones and a slightly aged appearance.

Vibrant Crimson Shades

The deep, shiny red of the Imperial Sienna Gloss tile is the epitome of autumn. We love how the warm tones and reflective surface of this tile are at once calming and invigorating. Switch out the shower curtain and accessories in this room, and this is a tile that can transition through the seasons.

Falling Orange Stars

The rust-orange pattern of the Star Oxide tile evokes the feeling of softly falling leaves. This tile is great for a backsplash or accent wall, like this over-the-sink moment, for just a hint of autumn.

Warm & Cozy Tones

Bold veins of gold, brown, grey and ochre create a calming neutral palette in this luxurious marble-look bathroom designed by Nikki Chu. The warm colors create a relaxed feeling, like being wrapped in a comfy blanket on a crisp fall evening.

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