16 Stylish Outdoor Tile Ideas for 2025
Add style and protect your outdoor space with durable, scratch- and stain-resistant tile. When choosing outdoor tiles, it’s important to consider the weather conditions in your area. Most porcelain, slate and granite tiles are suitable for climates that experience freeze/thaw cycles, but be sure to check the manufacturer’s recommendations before installation.
From patio floor tiles to pool tiles, these tile ideas will create a space you and your family can enjoy for years to come. For more outdoor porch tile ideas, explore our vast selection of outdoor tile online, or visit your local Tile Shop showroom—we’re always here to help!
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Large Format Patio Tile

Create an expansive, cohesive space with this year’s biggest trend—large format tile. Available in sizes up to 48" x 48", this oversized tile requires fewer grout lines, creating the illusion of a single slab of concrete, stone or wood. This stylish patio features the Arizona Grey tile; its expressive brown and grey tones complement the contemporary space.
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Hexagon Tile
Add a honeycomb design to your outdoor space with dynamic hexagon tile. Available in a wide variety of colors, materials and sizes (from 1" to 14"), hexagon tile offer a wealth of design possibilities. We love how the greenery pops against the dark grey and subtle veining of the stone-look Keystone Hex Nero tile on this charming patio.
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Slate Tile
Ungauged slate tile features varying thicknesses, adding texture to your patio. Available in shades of black, copper and blue, slate tile creates a rustic, earthy ambiance. The Adoni Black Small Versailles tile features squares and rectangular pieces in varying sizes to create a traditional pattern. Shop slate tile in all its colorways and patterns (including textured architectural wall tile) to find the perfect look for your patio.
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Macro Terrazzo-Look Tile
Translating to “terrace” in Italian, terrazzo tile is one of the original outdoor tiles, once gracing many medieval patios. Now, you can achieve the appearance of a traditional Roman terrace at a fraction of the cost with porcelain terrazzo-look tile. The Terrazzo Nero Macro tile shown here features bold flecks of white, grey, brown and black, imitating the glass and marble chips traditionally used in terrazzo.
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Moody Stone-Look Tile
Easy-to-maintain stone-look porcelain tile offers durability, scratch, stain and weather resistance, making it an ideal choice for your outdoor area. Available in a wide range of styles, the bold veining and rich coloring in these tiles will give your patio a sense of movement. We especially love the dramatic contrast created by the dark grey background and light grey veining of the Aterra Antracite matte tile.
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Quarry Tile
Durable and slip-resistant, quarry tile is a no-fuss tile that can withstand high-traffic outdoor areas. The rich rust color of the Quarry Red Field tile shown here will complement a Southwestern-style outdoor space. Shop quarry tile in its two colorways: Red and Grey.
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Extend Your Indoor Floor Outside
Integrate your outdoor space with your dining or living room using a tile that’s just as comfortable indoors as it is outdoors. The Ionic Steel tile featured in this indoor/outdoor space creates a flawless flow from the great room to the patio. Stylish and durable porcelain tile is especially effective at making this seamless transition.
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Weathered Cement-Look Tile
Cool and industrial, cement-look porcelain tile offers the rustic-chic appearance of the real thing, combined with the durability and easy maintenance of porcelain. The Grunge Smoke tile shown here features all the characteristics of weathered cement, including the expressive dark and light grey streaks.
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Brick-Look Tile
Brick-look tile features the texture, coloration and shade variation found in traditional bricks. The Jerica Mix tile floor shown here is practically indistinguishable from the real thing. Shop the Jerica tile in all four colorways: Bianco (white), Ceniza (grey), Marron (red rust) and Mix.
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Glass Pool Tile
Non-porous and easy to clean and maintain, glass tile is perfect for pools. Its slight reflectivity adds shine and depth to your aquatic space. This gorgeous pool, designed by Annie Selke, features the Glass Tropical Harbor Blend Hex tile. Shop our full selection of pool tile to find the look that will make a splash in your outdoor space.
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Wood-Look Tile
If you love the look of wood but want a more durable, scratch- and stain-resistant option, wood-look porcelain tile is the perfect choice for your patio. The Burned Wood tile shown here features authentic woodgrain details, creating a beautiful floor that will last for years.
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Boldly Veined Marble-Look Tile
In addition to being durable and easy to care for, some marble-look porcelain tiles feature colors you won’t find in nature, offering striking and unique wall and floor tile options. Case in point: the Alvarado tile, with its rich grey and deep blue veining on a crisp white background. Shop our full selection of marble-look tile to explore a range of both nature-inspired and nature-defying designs.
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Shades of Grey
A neutral that complements a wide range of design styles, grey tile is a timeless choice for your outdoor space. The Migma Blanco tile shown here features a terrazzo look with flecks of dark grey, light grey and white for a chic and expressive patio. From dramatic dark to stunning silver, shop the many shades of grey tile available to find the perfect tone for your space.
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Classy Checkerboard
A style as old as the game itself—a checkerboard pattern adds an element of fun to any space. The Encaustic Black and White tiles on this indoor porch, designed by Laura Potter Designs, allow the red accessories and green space outside the windows to really pop.
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Arabesque Tile
Add charm and whimsy to your outdoor space with arabesque tile. The flowing, feminine silhouette lends a lively sense of movement, enhancing its antique appeal. Here, the Mademoiselle Arabesque tile, with its jet-black shape outlined in grey and white, creates a delightful courtyard floor. Shop this encaustic tile in all five designs: Helmsley, Monsieur, Nara, Swashbuckler and Mademoiselle. You can even mix and match styles to create a personalized look.
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Micro Terrazzo-Look Tile
Mimicking historic tile techniques, terrazzo-look tile features realistic specks that resemble the marble and glass that give traditional terrazzo its distinct character. The small black, brown and grey flecks in the Terrazzo Bianco Micro tile create a lively tableau for a beautifully expressive patio floor.