Statement Tile In The Kitchen

Even though Pantone’s colors of the year and soft, subtle and pastel, the trend in kitchen design is bold and dynamic.  You’re seeing more and more kitchens  moving away from classic white subway tile and using larger design in big patterns and fun colors.

While patterned tile isn’t for everyone, it’s a great way to enhance your kitchen walls.  Here’s some inspiration:

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Pattern between the counter and cabinets add so much punch to a kitchen space.

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Taking tile from counters to ceiling is a great way to add drama and impact behind the stove.

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I recently went on the hunt for some patterned tile and found lots of great options.

Both Home Depot and Lowes have a nice selection of classic patterns and their prices are really good.  Another great source is Overstock.com which I recently discovered has a large selection of decorative tile.

Here’s a round-up of some of my favorites…

#1  Merola Twenties Classic  from Home Depot.  Check out how amazing this looks in Cassie’s kitchen.

#2 Merola Twenties Crest.  Amazing price for such style.

#3 This Revival Memory tile is the perfect accent for a french country-style kitchen.

#4  I love the soft hue of  Kings Seagate and think it would look great on walls or on the floor.

#5 This Agdal Blue and Grey Tile is just one of the dynamic patterns they sell on Overstock.

#6  If you love blue and white in the kitchen, this Somer Tile is great.

#7  The color combination in this Borough Mondo is one of my favorites for a kitchen.

#8  Black accent tile like this Argana Black and Grey is a classic that will work in any kitchen.

#9  And maybe my favorite black and white tile of all times, Medina Black and White Ceramic.

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Design Tips for Tiling Your Kitchen:

• A complex or colorful backslash looks best with solid counters–that way they don’t clash with each other.
• Wrapping the backsplash around the entire room gives a sense of visual continuity, which can help a small space seem large.
• Changing the orientation of run-of-the-mill subway tile can create an expensive look for less. Run the tile vertically for a modern look or lay it on a diagonal in a place you want as a focal point, such as cooking areas.
• Before you install a backsplash, try “walking” tiles up a wall to make sure you aren’t left with a thin sliver where the tile meets cabinetry. Hold the tiles against the wall at the bottom of the backsplash area and move them hand over hand up the wall following your desired pattern until you get to the top. You may find you have to start with a half-tile at the bottom to be sure at least a quarter-tile fits at the top.

 

When it comes to kitchen design, is your style clean and classic or do you like a bold statement?