The majority of home-owners decide to tile their bathrooms. They can be tiled in many different styles and different colours. That said, white tiles are the most common colour tile used in designing bathrooms. Why is this?
The Benefits of using White Bathroom Tiles
We’ve all been in countless amounts of bathrooms over our lifetime and more often than not those bathrooms were tiled in white. There’s a couple of reasons why white tiles are so popular with homeowners. The colour white communicates a sense of cleanliness, in addition to lightness if you mark/stain darker tiles it is usually much more noticeable. One of the worst fears people have is that visitors to their home might think they have a dirty bathroom, choosing white tiles will only help keep your bathroom looking clean for visitors.
Another advantage of deciding to go with white tiles in your bathroom is they are probably never going to be out of fashion, always staying relevant with current trends It’ll never be boring. Many tile lovers pick this colour because it makes their bathroom space feel bright, modern and luxurious.
Are White Floor Tiles a Good Idea for Busy Bathrooms?
Many homeowners worry that white floor tiles will show every speck of dirt. In reality, they are a great choice for small or dark bathrooms because they reflect light and make the room feel twice as big. To keep your floors low-maintenance and easy to clean, stick to these two simple tips:
1. Pick Matt or Textured Tiles: High-gloss tiles are slippery when wet. Choosing matt porcelain or stone-effect white tiles gives you better grip underfoot and hides daily footprints.
2. Use Grey Grout: Pairing white tiles with light grey, mid-grey, or charcoal grout prevents dirty grout lines and adds a stylish contrast to your floor.
Check out our full range of white bathroom tiles to find the perfect style for your space.
What Tiles Should I Use
The next question you might have is, what tiles would you recommend? We would suggest that you consider getting white metro tiles. Metro tiles have been a popular choice for decades. If you’ve ever been on the London Underground System you will already be familiar with these tiles. The platforms were lined with metro tiles which are still present in the current day. A white metro tile brings a nice shine and reflection to your space making your bathroom look clean and fresh.
Metro tiles are very easy to work with. White wall tiles are ideal for your bathroom area. There’s a few different patterns you could have in your design, although some of our top picks would be the herringbone, horizontal and also a staggered brick bond pattern, all these patterns are perfect for your bathroom or shower.
Using White Tiles in Shower Enclosures
Using classic white subway tiles in a walk-in shower or wet room gives your bathroom a clean, spa-like look. Tiling all the way to the ceiling makes low spaces feel much taller.
For shower floors, pair your wall tiles with white mosaic tiles. Small mosaics handle floor slopes easily and give you extra grip underfoot to prevent slipping.
A white metro tile brings a nice shine and reflection to your space making your bathroom look clean and fresh.
The Different Styles of White Bathroom Tile
We have a few of our favourite colour tiles in stock at the moment. Our decorative white or light grey wall tiles come in many variations. The colours range from White Décor, Volacas Décor, Turkey White Décor, Creata Décor and Liam Décor. All these options give some dimension to a bathroom without being too flat.
Statuario Marble is another popular stone-effect tile used in designing bathrooms. It is considered to be one of the best white marbles on the market. if you’re conscious of your bathroom wall being just white and too plain, Statuario Marble offers the perfect solution. Statuario Marble tiles have a beautiful appearance with distinct grey and veining throughout. It is an on-trend style that many customers are using at the moment.
You might prefer white hexagon tiles for your bathroom. Hexagon tiles are a very fashionable choice, you might be wary that they could seem boring and plain but we can assure you that will not be the case. These small scale hexagon tiles can add a really glamourous look to your bathroom. The great thing about hexagon tiles is they can suit either the older 1930’s industrial style bathroom or the more modern day bathrooms. So much can be done with hexagon tiles!
Popular Styles of White Bathroom Tiles
White tiles do not have to look boring or plain. You can easily add style to your space by choosing different textures and finishes. Here are a few popular options:
White Marble Effect Tiles: Get the high-end look of real marble without the difficult upkeep. White marble effect tiles feature subtle grey veins that add warmth and detail to plain walls.
White Wood Effect Tiles: If you want a cozy look, white wood effect tiles bring the natural texture of painted timber while remaining 100% waterproof.
Black and White Tiles: For a bold contrast, try laying black and white tiles on the floor in a classic checkerboard or geometric pattern.
Victorian Tiles: Traditional white Victorian tiles work brilliantly in older homes, bringing timeless period character to your floor or walls.
White Mosaic Tiles: Use small white mosaic tiles behind your vanity unit or sink to build a subtle, textured accent wall.
You can order free tile samples online directly to your door anywhere in Ireland, or pop into one of our showrooms in Dublin or Ashbourne to see full display rooms in person.
How should I dress up my bathroom once I have my white tiles in? We suggest that you dress up your bathroom with colour cabinets suited to your style. It is important that all your bathroom appliances blend in with the colour of the room. Your cabinets and vanity should co-ordinate with white floors and your chosen wall tiles.
Throughout this blog, we have highlighted the benefit of using white tiles. If you consider all of these factors, you can create the perfect balance in your bathroom.
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Frequently Asked Questions About White Bathroom Tiles
Are white tiles a good idea for small bathrooms?
Yes, white tiles are ideal for small bathrooms. They reflect both natural and artificial light, making small rooms and ensuites feel much brighter and larger.
Are white floor tiles hard to keep clean?
Not if you choose porcelain white floor tiles with a matt or textured finish. Pairing them with mid-grey or dark grout prevents discolouration along grout lines and hides everyday dust.
What color grout looks best with white metro tiles?
Light grey or mid-grey grout is the most popular choice. It highlights the shape of the tiles and resists discolouration in wet showers much better than white grout.
How do you keep a white bathroom from looking cold?
Mix in natural textures and warm accents. You can pair plain white wall tiles with wood vanity units, brass taps, green plants, or marble-effect floor tiles.
Are white marble effect tiles better than real marble?
Yes, marble-effect porcelain tiles are far easier to maintain in a bathroom. They offer the same luxury look without needing regular sealing or staining from bath products.
What tile layouts work best for white subway tiles?
The most popular layouts are classic brick bond, vertical stack bond (to add height to low ceilings), and 45-degree herringbone pattern for a hotel finish.
Can you use black and white pattern tiles on bathroom floors?
Yes, black and white checkerboard or patterned tiles are a very popular choice. They create a strong focal point on the floor while keeping wall tiling clean and simple.
Where can I see white bathroom tiles in person?
You can visit Tile Merchant showrooms in Ireland, or order free tile samples online via our website with nationwide delivery.
Why Tile Merchant?
We offer extremely competitive pricing on our entire range of tiles and likewise. We stock a huge range of wall and floor tiles and our prices are competitive for retail and trade. Our stock is widely available in our tile stores in Ireland, which are open 7 days a week.
Alternatively, if you’d prefer to shop our tiles online, we can supply you with samples delivered for free.
Article written by Ciaron
When not writing about tiles, paving or wood flooring, Ciaron can be found penning articles about rugby!
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