Kitchen tile ideas: Getting the wow factor
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Checkatrade

Once you’ve planned your kitchen layout and design, it’s time to select the finishing touches. Tiles are a great way of adding character and personality to your space. What’s more, the possibilities are endless, as these kitchen tile ideas show.

Available in every shape, texture, pattern and colourway you can think of, you can create a unique feature wall, splashback or floor in your kitchen that is sure to inspire.

Kitchen tile ideas for your kitchen

Firstly, you need to determine the overall look and feel you want to achieve in your kitchen. Mosaic and patterned tiles are great if you’re going to create a focal point or make a statement in your kitchen, whereas classic metro style tiles or natural stone tiles such as marble or slate can help you create a classically stylish environment.

Here we’ve put together some of our top kitchen tile ideas to give you the inspiration you need.

Natural stone tiles for a smart, contemporary kitchen

Materials such as marble, limestone, slate and travertine are great for kitchen tiles. These tiles come in a range of textures, from smooth and polished to more rugged and aged, so you’re bound to find some that complement the look you’re going for.

Marble tiles are perfect for kitchen walls in contemporary kitchens and contrast beautifully against darker worktops in grey or navy. If you want to achieve more of a country kitchen feel, slate is great for a textured, natural floor surface.

Bold patterns for walls or floors

If you want to create an eye-catching statement in your kitchen, why not go for patterned tiles? There are so many options to choose from, such as traditional Victorian style patterns, geometrics and Moroccan themes, that work equally well on walls and floors.

Patterned tiles are also great if you want to create a small feature area, say, behind a range cooker or sink. If your room is spacious enough, you could even take a patterned tile all the way up your wall.

Eye-catching mosaics

Mosaic tiles look neat and crisp up close and merge into an interesting texture from a distance. They’re perfect for an eye-catching splashback or filling the space up to your kitchen wall units or shelving with colour and pattern. The finished look can be modern or traditional depending on the style and finish you choose.

Use bold colours to make a statement

The majority of people choose neutral colours for their kitchen units and incorporate colour into a space through tiles and/or accessories. This is an excellent way of adding bold colours that don’t overpower a room, and if you want to change things up, it won’t cost as much as it would if you wanted to change your kitchen cupboards and worktops.

You could choose to use a neutral tile on the walls in most of your kitchen and select a certain area, such as behind your cooker, for a bold coloured tile if you want a splash of colour.

Herringbone and chevron

Stretched metro tiles laid in a herringbone or chevron design are having a definite moment right now. You could even interchange the colours if you want to cover a large wall space and draw the eye in.

Classic white metro tiles with dark grouting

Metro tiles have been a staple in many people’s homes over the past few years, and they aren’t going anywhere anytime soon. They look great with almost every style of kitchen. A darker grout provides contrast and keeps the style modern and current.

3D textured tiles

For a unique look that captures attention, 3D textured tiles are perfect. They have a depth that casts a shadow depending on the direction of light, great if you want to create a design-led kitchen that feels chic and luxe.

Before you purchase your tiles, it’s best to get some samples so you can get a feel for how they will look in your space.

You will also need to find a professional tiler who can ensure your tiles are perfectly laid. Using our simple Checkatrade Search, you can find recommend and vetted tradespeople in your area who can help you create the kitchen of your dreams.