{"id":6585,"date":"2025-02-21T16:41:44","date_gmt":"2025-02-21T22:41:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/?p=6585"},"modified":"2026-02-11T12:46:55","modified_gmt":"2026-02-11T18:46:55","slug":"9-small-bathroom-tile-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/9-small-bathroom-tile-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"20 Space-Maximizing Small Bathroom Tile Ideas for 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@graph\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n      \"@id\": \"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/blog\/9-small-bathroom-tile-ideas#webpage\",\n      \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/blog\/9-small-bathroom-tile-ideas\",\n      \"name\": \"20 Space-Maximizing Small Bathroom Tile Ideas for 2025\",\n      \"breadcrumb\": {\n        \"@id\": \"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/blog\/9-small-bathroom-tile-ideas#breadcrumb\"\n      },\n      \"inLanguage\": \"en-US\"\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Article\",\n      \"@id\": \"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/blog\/9-small-bathroom-tile-ideas#article\",\n      \"headline\": \"20 Space-Maximizing Small Bathroom Tile Ideas for 2025\",\n      \"description\": \"Discover 20 stunning backsplash ideas that perfectly complement white cabinets. 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Whether renovating a powder room or a snug primary bath, these 20 stunning bathroom tile ideas will make your limited space feel luxurious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Create an Expansive Look with Large-Format Tile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/featured\/large-format\">Large-format tile<\/a>&nbsp;requires fewer grout lines, which makes a small space feel more cohesive. Featured on the floor and half-wall of this bathroom, the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/livingstone-melange-porcelain-wall-and-floor-tile-24-x-48-in-681619\">Livingstone Melange tile<\/a> creates the illusion of an expansive space by maintaining an almost continuous design. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/featured\/large-format\">Shop our wide assortment of large-format tile<\/a> for more big ideas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1199\" src=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/NikkiChu_AirBNB_Bathroom.jpg-Large-Format-800x1199.jpg\" alt=\"Bathroom with large-format marble-look porcelain tile floor.\" class=\"wp-image-10889\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/NikkiChu_AirBNB_Bathroom.jpg-Large-Format-800x1199.jpg 800w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/NikkiChu_AirBNB_Bathroom.jpg-Large-Format-1000x1499.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/NikkiChu_AirBNB_Bathroom.jpg-Large-Format-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/NikkiChu_AirBNB_Bathroom.jpg-Large-Format-1025x1536.jpg 1025w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Featuring: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/livingstone-melange-porcelain-wall-and-floor-tile-24-x-48-in-681619\">Livingstone Melange<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/argile-matte-white-porcelain-wall-and-floor-tile-2-5-x-10-in-484074\">Argile Matte White<\/a>. Design by <a href=\"https:\/\/nikkichuhome.com\/\">Nikki Chu<\/a>. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Play Around With a Bold Pattern <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A powder bathroom is generally smaller, less frequently used and more guest-facing than your primary bathroom, making it the perfect space to experiment with bold colors and patterns. Here, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/nikki-chu-zulu-graphite-ceramic-wall-and-floor-tile-8-x-8-in-683290\">Nikki Chu Zulu Graphite tile<\/a> adds a playful element to this small bathroom, while the modern sink vanity and fixtures maintain an elevated design. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/featured\/patterned\">Explore our wide assortment of patterned tile<\/a> to find the style that expresses your unique personality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2372\" height=\"1779\" src=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/683290_render_bathroom-edited-1.jpg\" alt=\"This chic bathroom features a graphic black-and-white patterned tile.\" class=\"wp-image-11739\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/683290_render_bathroom-edited-1.jpg 2372w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/683290_render_bathroom-edited-1-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/683290_render_bathroom-edited-1-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/683290_render_bathroom-edited-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/683290_render_bathroom-edited-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/683290_render_bathroom-edited-1-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2372px) 100vw, 2372px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Featuring: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/nikki-chu-zulu-graphite-ceramic-wall-and-floor-tile-8-x-8-in-683290\">Nikki Chu Zulu Graphite<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Mix Looks for Added Interest<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to make your small space feel invigorating? Mixing tile styles or materials gives your eye more to focus on, providing a stimulating start to your day. This cool, contemporary bathroom demonstrates how to layer looks without feeling too busy. Though there are five separate tiles (not including trim), there are only three colors: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/color\/blue\">blue<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/color\/taupe\">taupe<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/color\/white\">white<\/a>. The use of white grout in the grid-stacked <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/look-avio-porcelain-wall-tile-2-x-10-in-484055\">Look Avio subway tile<\/a> creates a visual throughline to the white wall and shower floor tiles and the white geometric lines featured on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/ragno-taupe-matte-porcelain-hex-wall-and-floor-tile-10-in.-681363\">Ragno Taupe Matte floor tile<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1919\" src=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/COSpringsShoot_HarperSideA-1-edited-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"This chic bathroom features blue subway tile, a textured wall tile and a hexagon tile floor. \" class=\"wp-image-11740\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:contain\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/COSpringsShoot_HarperSideA-1-edited-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/COSpringsShoot_HarperSideA-1-edited-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/COSpringsShoot_HarperSideA-1-edited-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/COSpringsShoot_HarperSideA-1-edited-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/COSpringsShoot_HarperSideA-1-edited-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/COSpringsShoot_HarperSideA-1-edited-2048x1535.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Featuring: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/firenze-carrara-honed-marble-wall-and-floor-tile-12-x-24-in-650213\">Firenze Carrara<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/hall-bianco-ceramic-wall-tile-8-x-20-in-484398\">Hall Bianco<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/look-avio-porcelain-wall-tile-2-x-10-in-484055\">Look Avio<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/firenze-carrara-honed-marble-somerset-650220\">Firenze Carrara Somerset<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/firenze-carrara-honed-marble-corner-shower-seat-650260\">Firenze Carrara Corner Shower Seat<\/a>, Imperial Bianco Matte Rhombus and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/ragno-taupe-matte-porcelain-hex-wall-and-floor-tile-10-in.-681363\">Ragno Taupe Matte<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Small Bathroom Ideas on a Budget<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You don&#8217;t need to spend a lot for a major room refresh. Achieve big-impact style on a small budget with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/featured\/tiles-under-7\">The Tile Shop&#8217;s newly expanded collection of tiles under $7<\/a>. Handmade-look, wood-look, large-format and more&#8211;you&#8217;ll be surprised at the wealth of design possibilities available for any price range. This fashionable bath, designed by @homewithhay, features the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/cool-blue-ceramic-wall-tile-12-x-24-in-484364\">Cool Blue wall tile<\/a>. Priced at just $6.99\/sq.ft., this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/featured\/handmade-look\">handmade-look tile<\/a> is both on trend and within budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" src=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/IMG_5316-edited-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"This beautiful bathroom features a blue handmade-look tile shower wall.\" class=\"wp-image-11742\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/IMG_5316-edited-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/IMG_5316-edited-800x533.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/IMG_5316-edited-1000x667.jpeg 1000w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/IMG_5316-edited-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/IMG_5316-edited-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/IMG_5316-edited-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Featuring: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/cool-blue-ceramic-wall-tile-12-x-24-in-484364\">Cool Blue<\/a>. Design and photography by @homewithhay<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/free-design-services\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"258\" src=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Design-Consultation-4-1000x258.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7479\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Design-Consultation-4-1000x258.png 1000w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Design-Consultation-4-800x206.png 800w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Design-Consultation-4-768x198.png 768w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Design-Consultation-4-1536x396.png 1536w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Design-Consultation-4.png 1940w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Visually Elongate Your Space with Diagonal Picket Tile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Inherently dynamic and energetic, diagonal lines create the illusion of a wider room. When installed diagonally, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/shape\/picket\">picket tile<\/a> disrupts the symmetry of your space&#8211;perfect for adding interest to a minimalist design. We love how this bathroom wall maintains subtlety by pairing the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/lanse-matte-black-picket-ceramic-wall-tile-2-x-9-in-484073\">Lanse Matte Black Picket tile <\/a>with black grout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/484073_vendor_render_bathroom2-edited-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"A black picket tile backsplash with a contemporary brass and stone sink. \" class=\"wp-image-11743\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/484073_vendor_render_bathroom2-edited-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/484073_vendor_render_bathroom2-edited-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/484073_vendor_render_bathroom2-edited-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/484073_vendor_render_bathroom2-edited-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/484073_vendor_render_bathroom2-edited-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/484073_vendor_render_bathroom2-edited-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Featuring: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/lanse-matte-black-picket-ceramic-wall-tile-2-x-9-in-484073\">Lanse Matte Black Picket<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Create a Space that Connects You With Nature<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If stepping outside gives you a mood boost, bring that serotonin-inducing scenery indoors with nature-inspired colors, materials and designs. Even if your bathroom isn&#8217;t large enough for live plants, incorporating a botanical pattern&#8211;like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/morris-&amp;-co-hawkdale-willow-olive-ceramic-wall-tile-3-x-9-5-in-484525\">Morris &amp; Co. Hawkdale Willow Olive tile<\/a>&#8211;can offer some of the same benefits as actual greenery. For more ideas on bringing the beauty of the outdoors into your home, <a href=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/tile-for-every-style-biophilic-design\/\">check out this guide to biophilic design.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1533\" height=\"1022\" src=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/484436_render_v1-edited.jpg\" alt=\"This elegant bathroom features off-white subway tile with a green leaf design. \" class=\"wp-image-11745\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/484436_render_v1-edited.jpg 1533w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/484436_render_v1-edited-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/484436_render_v1-edited-1000x667.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/484436_render_v1-edited-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1533px) 100vw, 1533px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Featuring: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/morris-&amp;-co-hawkdale-willow-olive-ceramic-wall-tile-3-x-9-5-in-484525\">Morris &amp; Co. Hawkdale Willow Olive<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/morris-&amp;-co-hawkdale-pure-chalk-ceramic-wall-tile-3-x-9-5-in-484436\">Morris &amp; Co. Hawkdale Pure Chalk<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Keep Your Space Versatile with White Subway<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Effortlessly chic and timeless, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/featured\/subway?pageNumber=1&amp;pageSize=24&amp;facet_color=facet_idV2hpdGU%3D\">white subway tile<\/a> is the white tee of interior design&#8211;it goes with everything! You can dress up this classic by pairing it with a mosaic or patterned tile, just like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/alexandria.by.design\/\">@alexandria.by.design<\/a> did in this space featuring the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/asteri-porcelain-wall-and-floor-tile-8-x-8-in-681529\">Asteri floor tile<\/a>. The simple black-and-white color scheme makes the space easy to update as styles and tastes change. Simply swapping out the shower curtain can completely alter the bathroom&#8217;s aesthetic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/alexandria.by_.design_2024-10-16_4262902161-edited.jpg\" alt=\"This contemporary bathroom features white subway tile shower walls and a black-and-white star patterned tile floor.\" class=\"wp-image-11746\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/alexandria.by_.design_2024-10-16_4262902161-edited.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/alexandria.by_.design_2024-10-16_4262902161-edited-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/alexandria.by_.design_2024-10-16_4262902161-edited-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/alexandria.by_.design_2024-10-16_4262902161-edited-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Featuring: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/asteri-porcelain-wall-and-floor-tile-8-x-8-in-681529\">Asteri<\/a> and Imperial Bianco Matte. Design by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/alexandria.by.design\/\">@alexandria.by.design<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Create a Wallpaper Effect with an Ornate Pattern<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A confined space makes your walls more susceptible to moisture and inevitable bathroom messes. A beautiful (and easy-to-clean!) <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/featured\/patterned\">patterned tile<\/a> will protect your space from floor to ceiling while providing a stylish wallpaper look. An ornate design, like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/cheverny-blanc-encaustic-cement-wall-and-floor-tile-8-x-8-in-680212\">Cheverny Blanc tile<\/a> featured here, achieves delicate artistry with superior durability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/dualconceptdesign_2021-12-15_3927648684-edited.jpg\" alt=\"This elegant bathroom features an ornate grey and taupe patterned tile wall. \" class=\"wp-image-11747\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/dualconceptdesign_2021-12-15_3927648684-edited.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/dualconceptdesign_2021-12-15_3927648684-edited-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/dualconceptdesign_2021-12-15_3927648684-edited-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/dualconceptdesign_2021-12-15_3927648684-edited-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Featuring: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/cheverny-blanc-encaustic-cement-wall-and-floor-tile-8-x-8-in-680212\">Cheverny Blanc<\/a>. Design and photography by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dualconceptdesign.com\/\">Dual Concept Design<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Visually Soften Your Space With Curved Tile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tile is an inherently hard material, and the straight edges and sharp corners of squares and rectangles can feel rigid. A curved shape&#8211;like a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/shape\/penny-round\">penny round tile<\/a> or the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/wave-grey-owl-ceramic-wall-tile-5-x-5-in-484291\">Wave Grey Owl tile<\/a> shown here&#8211;creates the illusion of softness by offering your eye smooth, pillowy lines to focus on. This can make your small space feel cozy and comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/484291_vendor_render_bathroom-edited-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"A modern bathroom with a white wave-shaped tile backsplash and a black pedestal sink.\" class=\"wp-image-11748\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/484291_vendor_render_bathroom-edited-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/484291_vendor_render_bathroom-edited-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/484291_vendor_render_bathroom-edited-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/484291_vendor_render_bathroom-edited-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/484291_vendor_render_bathroom-edited-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/484291_vendor_render_bathroom-edited-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Featuring: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/wave-grey-owl-ceramic-wall-tile-5-x-5-in-484291\">Wave Grey Owl<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Small Bathroom Floor Tile Ideas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re getting maximum usage from your small bathroom, you want a floor tile that&#8217;s durable, easy to maintain, and still makes your space feel luxurious. Ultra-luxe and super robust, marble-look porcelain or ceramic tile is the perfect blend of style and strength. With a wide range of bold to delicate-veined looks to choose from, our ever-expanding selection of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/featured\/marble-look\">marble-look tile<\/a> offers something for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1921\" src=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/54F2218E-9D94-48E6-BD61-DDD49317D605-edited-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"An elegant and contemporary bathroom featuring large-format marble-look floor tile. \" class=\"wp-image-11749\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/54F2218E-9D94-48E6-BD61-DDD49317D605-edited-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/54F2218E-9D94-48E6-BD61-DDD49317D605-edited-800x600.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/54F2218E-9D94-48E6-BD61-DDD49317D605-edited-1000x750.jpeg 1000w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/54F2218E-9D94-48E6-BD61-DDD49317D605-edited-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/54F2218E-9D94-48E6-BD61-DDD49317D605-edited-1536x1153.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/54F2218E-9D94-48E6-BD61-DDD49317D605-edited-2048x1537.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Featuring: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/calacata-brilliante-porcelain-wall-and-floor-tile-12-x-24-in-683146\">Calacata Brilliante<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/regent-bianco-ceramic-subway-wall-tile-3-x-8-in-494466\">Regent Bianco<\/a>. Design and photography by @lifewithmadisonm<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Tile Your Floor In Black &amp; White<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Simple and stylish, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/color\/black-white\">black-and-white tile<\/a> pairs well with virtually any design. Whether you choose an elegant <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/material\/marble\/mosaic\">marble mosaic<\/a> or a geometric pattern, this classic color scheme is a great foundation for both a fancy and fun-loving space. This gorgeous powder room, designed by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/andreak_covelladesigns\/\">@andreak_covelladesigns<\/a>, features the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/marble-star-porcelain-wall-and-floor-tile-8-x-8-in-681527\">Marble Star porcelain floor tile<\/a>. The intricate design and textured stone appearance add interest without detracting from the beautiful floral wallpaper, antique cabinetry and Victorian painting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1250\" src=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/andreak_covelladesigns_2024-03-18_4199222674-1000x1250.jpg\" alt=\"This elegant bathroom features a black-and-white marble-look star patterned tile floor. \" class=\"wp-image-11731\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/andreak_covelladesigns_2024-03-18_4199222674-1000x1250.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/andreak_covelladesigns_2024-03-18_4199222674-800x1000.jpg 800w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/andreak_covelladesigns_2024-03-18_4199222674-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/andreak_covelladesigns_2024-03-18_4199222674-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/andreak_covelladesigns_2024-03-18_4199222674.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Featuring: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/marble-star-porcelain-wall-and-floor-tile-8-x-8-in-681527\">Marble Star<\/a>. Design and photography by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/andreak_covelladesigns\/\">@andreak_covelladesigns<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/samples\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"258\" src=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Samples-2-1-1000x258.png\" alt=\"Order $3 samples. \" class=\"wp-image-7480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Samples-2-1-1000x258.png 1000w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Samples-2-1-800x206.png 800w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Samples-2-1-768x198.png 768w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Samples-2-1-1536x396.png 1536w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Samples-2-1.png 1940w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. Create a Winning Design<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Checkerboard is a timeless trend that doesn&#8217;t require a lot of space to make a big impression. Virtually any two similarly sized <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/shape\/square\">square tiles<\/a> (or halved <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/shape\/rectangle\">rectangular tiles<\/a>) can create a design checkmate. We love this elevated version, designed by @MaryLauren, featuring the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/arctic-white-brushed-marble-wall-and-floor-tile-12-x-24-in-650275\">Arctic White<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/bandung-gris-acid-marble-floor-tile-12-x-24-in-656071\">Bandung Gris Acid marble tiles<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ML-x-The-Tile-Shop-1-edited-2-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"A beautiful bathroom with a grey and white marble checkerboard tile floor and white handmade-look wall tile. \" class=\"wp-image-11750\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ML-x-The-Tile-Shop-1-edited-2-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ML-x-The-Tile-Shop-1-edited-2-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ML-x-The-Tile-Shop-1-edited-2-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ML-x-The-Tile-Shop-1-edited-2-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ML-x-The-Tile-Shop-1-edited-2-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ML-x-The-Tile-Shop-1-edited-2-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Featuring: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/arctic-white-brushed-marble-wall-and-floor-tile-12-x-24-in-650275\">Arctic White<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/bandung-gris-acid-marble-floor-tile-12-x-24-in-656071\">Bandung Gris Acid<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/nuovo-riad-bianco-polished-ceramic-wall-tile-4-x-4-in-485069\">Nuovo Riad Bianco<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/white-pebbles-small-12-x-12-in-655181\">White Pebbles (Small)<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/arctic-white-honed-marble-skirting-wall-tile-650799\">Arctic White Skirting<\/a>. Design and photography by @MaryLauren<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. Small Bathroom Shower Tile Ideas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Add needed storage and style with a shower niche. Because niches take up such a small amount of real estate, they&#8217;re a great place to experiment with a tile&#8211;like a bold <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/featured\/patterned\">pattern<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/featured\/mosaics\">mosaic<\/a>&#8211;that might overwhelm the rest of the room. You can also coordinate your niche with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/room\/bathroom\/backsplash\">backsplash<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/room\/bathroom\/wall\">accent wall<\/a> to enhance the design of your space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1125\" src=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/682663_inst1r-edited.jpg\" alt=\"Bathroom area with textured white ceramic tile and a dark porcelain rectangular tile on floor top area features a waterfall deco in natural stone and glass natural stone trim pieces finish off the area along with stone baseboard black, white and Grays make the space classic but sharp looking. Floating vanity is tiled with natural stone marble as well stone vanity tap is tile as well with white porcelain vessel sink and Chrome fixtures complete this look.\" class=\"wp-image-11751\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/682663_inst1r-edited.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/682663_inst1r-edited-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/682663_inst1r-edited-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/682663_inst1r-edited-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Featuring: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/blanco-waves-ceramic-wall-tile-8-x-24-in-494248\">Blanco Waves<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/winter-morning-athens-glass-mosaic-wall-tile-615904\">Winter Morning Athens<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/hampton-carrara-polished-marble-floor-tile-12-x-24-in-657394\">Hampton Carrara: 12 x 24 in.<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/hampton-carrara-polished-marble-corner-shower-seat-655472\">Corner Shower Seat<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/hampton-carrara-polished-barnes-marble-wall-tile-12-in-657364\">Barnes<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/hampton-carrara-cobble-12-x-12-in-655162\">Cobble<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/hampton-polished-stanton-marble-wall-tile-650002\">Stanton<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/hampton-carrara-polished-somerset-marble-wall-tile-0-375-x-12-in-657362\">Somerset<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/hampton-carrara-polished-shower-curb-top-marble-tile-fixture-42-x-6-5-x-0-75-in-659204\">Shower Curb<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14. Tile the Tub<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In a small space, it&#8217;s even more important for your design to feel cohesive. Using tile to visually align your tub apron with the floor and\/or wall will help hide its bulk. This space, designed by&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/aglassofbovino.com\/\">A Glass of Bovino<\/a>, creates unity by featuring the&nbsp;Firenze Calacatta marble on the shower wall and tub.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"810\" src=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/AGlassOfBovino_ORCSpring2020_Bathroom_012-edited.jpg\" alt=\"Bathroom with marble tiled tub and shower.\" class=\"wp-image-11752\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/AGlassOfBovino_ORCSpring2020_Bathroom_012-edited.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/AGlassOfBovino_ORCSpring2020_Bathroom_012-edited-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/AGlassOfBovino_ORCSpring2020_Bathroom_012-edited-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/AGlassOfBovino_ORCSpring2020_Bathroom_012-edited-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Featuring: Firenze Calacatta: 4 x 12 in. and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/firenze-calacatta-polished-durand-marble-wall-trim-tile-650646\">Durand<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/siberian-pearl-brushed-marble-large-herringbone-mosaic-wall-and-floor-tile-650442\">Siberian Pearl Large Herringbone<\/a>. Design &amp; Photography by <a href=\"https:\/\/aglassofbovino.com\/\">A Glass of Bovino<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">15. Tile the Ceiling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Another great bathroom tile idea for small showers: if you\u2019re dealing with a low shower ceiling, consider extending the tile to cover overhead. The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/splendor-blanco-ceramic-subway-wall-tile-3-x-12-in-484431\">Splendor Blanco tile<\/a>&nbsp;used throughout this shower, designed by&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cocoandjack.com\/\">Coco &amp; Jack<\/a>,&nbsp;makes the small space feel larger, and the vertical stack provides the illusion of height.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1152\" src=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/CocoAndJack_ORCSpring2020_Bathroom_024-1-edited.jpg\" alt=\"Shower with white handmade-look subway tile and brass fixtures. \" class=\"wp-image-11753\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/CocoAndJack_ORCSpring2020_Bathroom_024-1-edited.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/CocoAndJack_ORCSpring2020_Bathroom_024-1-edited-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/CocoAndJack_ORCSpring2020_Bathroom_024-1-edited-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/CocoAndJack_ORCSpring2020_Bathroom_024-1-edited-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Featuring: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/splendor-blanco-ceramic-subway-wall-tile-3-x-12-in-484431\">Splendor Blanco<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/hampton-carrara-polished-shower-curb-top-marble-tile-fixture-42-x-6-5-x-0-75-in-659204\">Hampton Carrara Shower Curb<\/a>. Design &amp; Photography by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cocoandjack.com\/\">Coco &amp; Jack<\/a>.<br><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/customer-service\/email-signup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"970\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Sign-Up-For-Emails-4.gif\" alt=\"Sign up for emails. \" class=\"wp-image-7481\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">16. Create a Custom Design<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A small space is a great place to showcase your design skills. This boho-chic bathroom, designed by <a href=\"https:\/\/ispydiy.com\/\">I SPY DIY<\/a>, demonstrates how a little creativity can go a long way in crafting a space that feels uniquely you. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/villa-white-gloss-bullnose-ceramic-wall-trim-tile-3-x-12-in-484595\">Villa Warm White<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/villa-warm-grey-gloss-bullnose-ceramic-wall-trim-tile-3-x-12-in-484601\">Warm Grey subway tiles<\/a> are arranged in a custom layout, perfectly complementing the space&#8217;s eclectic aesthetic. Get your creative juices flowing with more globally inspired ideas in this <a href=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/tile-for-every-style-boho-chic\/\">guide to boho-chic design<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1919\" src=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/TTS_ispydiy_1after-edited-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"This boho-chic bathroom features a warm grey and white subway tile in a  custom layout and Moroccan-style floor tile. \" class=\"wp-image-11754\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/TTS_ispydiy_1after-edited-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/TTS_ispydiy_1after-edited-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/TTS_ispydiy_1after-edited-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/TTS_ispydiy_1after-edited-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/TTS_ispydiy_1after-edited-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/TTS_ispydiy_1after-edited-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Featuring: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/kasbah-star-terracotta-porcelain-wall-and-floor-tile-65-x-65-in-484288\">Kasbah Star Terracotta<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/kasbah-cross-terracotta-porcelain-wall-and-floor-tile-47-x-47-in-484286\">Kasbah Cross Terracotta<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/villa-warm-grey-gloss-ceramic-subway-wall-tile-3-x-12-in-484600\">Villa Warm Grey Gloss<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/villa-white-gloss-ceramic-subway-wall-tile-3-x-12-in-484594\">Villa White Gloss<\/a>. Design by <a href=\"https:\/\/ispydiy.com\/\">I SPY DIY<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">17. Drench Your Space In Marble<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This guest bathroom, designed by <a href=\"https:\/\/nikkichuhome.com\/\">Nikki Chu<\/a>, proves that your space doesn\u2019t need to be large to be luxurious. We love how she went all-in with floor-to-ceiling&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/ashford-carrara-polished-marble-wall-and-floor-tile-12-x-24-in-658786\">Ashford Carrara<\/a>. Since the space is limited, this opulent look is achievable on a less-than-extravagant budget. Explore <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/material\/marble\">marble tile<\/a> to find elegant natural stone collections, featuring coordinating field tiles, mosaics and trim pieces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/NikkiChu_GuestBath_Main-edited-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"A quiet luxury bathroom featuring grey marble tile throughout. \" class=\"wp-image-11755\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/NikkiChu_GuestBath_Main-edited-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/NikkiChu_GuestBath_Main-edited-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/NikkiChu_GuestBath_Main-edited-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/NikkiChu_GuestBath_Main-edited-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/NikkiChu_GuestBath_Main-edited-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/NikkiChu_GuestBath_Main-edited-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Featuring: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/ashford-carrara-polished-marble-wall-and-floor-tile-12-x-24-in-658786\">Ashford Carrara: 12 x 24 in.<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/ashford-carrara-polished-hex-marble-wall-and-floor-tile-2-in-650049\">Hex<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/ashford-carrara-polished-marble-skirting-650055\">Skirting<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/hampton-carrara-polished-shower-curb-top-marble-tile-fixture-42-x-6-5-x-0-75-in-659204\">Hampton Carrara Shower Curb Top<\/a>. Design by Nikki Chu.    <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">18. Go for a Vintage Vibe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your bathroom is left over from the last century, embrace its vintage charm! This bathroom, designed by&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/yellowbrickhome.com\/\">Yellow Brick Home<\/a>, maintains the classic pink sink and chrome fixtures but updates the tile with period-appropriate white&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/featured\/subway\">subway tile<\/a>&nbsp;and black&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/trim-and-accessories\/profiles\/somerset-pencil\">pencil trim<\/a>. The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/hampton-niles-polished-marble-mosaic-tile-12-x-12-in-657372\">Hampton Niles<\/a>&nbsp;marble mosaic floor tile features a black-and-white basketweave&#8211;a slightly modern twist on a classic design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2500\" height=\"1875\" src=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/YellowBrickHome_TwoFlat_PinkSinkBathroom_004-edited.jpg\" alt=\"A vintage bathroom featuring white subway wall tile with a black pencil trim detail, and a black and white marble mosaic tile floor.  \" class=\"wp-image-11756\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/YellowBrickHome_TwoFlat_PinkSinkBathroom_004-edited.jpg 2500w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/YellowBrickHome_TwoFlat_PinkSinkBathroom_004-edited-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/YellowBrickHome_TwoFlat_PinkSinkBathroom_004-edited-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/YellowBrickHome_TwoFlat_PinkSinkBathroom_004-edited-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/YellowBrickHome_TwoFlat_PinkSinkBathroom_004-edited-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/YellowBrickHome_TwoFlat_PinkSinkBathroom_004-edited-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2500px) 100vw, 2500px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Featuring: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/hampton-niles-polished-marble-mosaic-tile-12-x-12-in-657372\">Hampton Niles<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/black-marquina-polished-marble-skirting-wall-tile-650303\">Black Marquina Skirting<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/black-marquina-polished-somerset-marble-wall-tile-650300\">Somerset<\/a>, and Imperial Bianco Gloss and REL Trim. Design and Photography by <a href=\"https:\/\/yellowbrickhome.com\/\">Yellow Brick Home<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">19. Make a Statement Wall<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When working with a small space, it can be helpful to focus attention on one wall. Designer&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.kellifontana.net\/\">Kelli Fontana<\/a>&nbsp;subverts expectations by making the wall the reflective element in this stylish powder room. The clever use of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/antique-mirror-bevel-glass-mosaic-wall-tile-681326\">Antique Mirror Bevel tile<\/a> allows the window to become the focal point, while still providing the opportunity for a quick lipstick check.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/westbayhomes_2024-06-04_4226372955-edited.jpg\" alt=\"This chic powder room features a mirrored subway tile sink backsplash.\" class=\"wp-image-11757\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/westbayhomes_2024-06-04_4226372955-edited.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/westbayhomes_2024-06-04_4226372955-edited-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/westbayhomes_2024-06-04_4226372955-edited-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/westbayhomes_2024-06-04_4226372955-edited-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Featuring: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/antique-mirror-bevel-glass-mosaic-wall-tile-681326\">Antique Mirror Bevel<\/a>. Design by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kellifontana.net\/\">Kelli Fontana <\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westbayhomes.net\/\">West Bay Homes<\/a>. Photography by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spacecrafting.com\/\">Spacecrafting<\/a>. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">20. Go All Out With a Mosaic Tile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An intricate mosaic tile creates a sense of flow and rhythm, making your space feel larger. A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/material\/marble\/mosaic\">marble mosaic<\/a>, like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/elia-polished-by-alison-victoria-marble-mosaic-wall-and-floor-tile-13-x-14-in-650851\">Alison Victoria Elia Polished tile<\/a> shown here, features distinct variations in veining and color from piece to piece, offering lush appeal and lively visual texture. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/featured\/mosaics\">Shop our wide selection of mosaic tile<\/a> in a variety of styles and materials to achieve this stunning look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/AlisonVictoria_VegasHome_Bathroom2_003-edited-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"This contemporary bathroom features an expressive marble leaf-shaped tile on all walls. \" class=\"wp-image-11758\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/AlisonVictoria_VegasHome_Bathroom2_003-edited-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/AlisonVictoria_VegasHome_Bathroom2_003-edited-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/AlisonVictoria_VegasHome_Bathroom2_003-edited-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/AlisonVictoria_VegasHome_Bathroom2_003-edited-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/AlisonVictoria_VegasHome_Bathroom2_003-edited-1536x1152.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Featuring: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/products\/elia-polished-by-alison-victoria-marble-mosaic-wall-and-floor-tile-13-x-14-in-650851\">Alison Victoria Elia Polished<\/a>. Design by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/thealisonvictoria\/?hl=en\">@thealisonvictoria<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Updating your space is easier than you think!&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/room\/kitchen\/backsplash\">Shop our wide assortment of bathroom tile<\/a>&nbsp;for a wealth of popular styles, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/inspiration\/tile-ideas\/bathroom\">explore even more bathroom tile ideas<\/a>. Need more assistance?&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/store-locator\">Visit your local Tile Shop showroom<\/a>, where you\u2019ll find the tile, tools and expert advice you need to get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tileshop.com\/free-design-services\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"258\" src=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Design-Consultation-1000x258.png\" alt=\"Schedule a free design consultation. \" class=\"wp-image-11736\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Design-Consultation-1000x258.png 1000w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Design-Consultation-800x206.png 800w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Design-Consultation-768x198.png 768w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Design-Consultation-1536x396.png 1536w, https:\/\/tileshopblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Design-Consultation.png 1940w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Struggling to make the most of your small bathroom? 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