Vintage Subway Tile Wall Patterns

The classic herringbone pattern just tilted 90 degrees.

Vintage subway tile wall patterns.

They feel timeless and effortless yet updated. There are a million and one tutorials online for how to install subway tile. Add in wood elements for an envy inducing aesthetic. Pretty sure that every blogger who has ever existed has posted a tutorial on subway tile.

Since 2006 subway ceramics has been the exclusive tile source for the distinctive subway tile aesthetic that defines american pre war tilework. The most timeless look is 3 x 6 rectangular tile laid in a 50 50 brick pattern. This is a clean and classic layout for subway tiles on walls and floors. Rotate the traditional herringbone pattern by 45 degrees to achieve the diagonal herringbone a v shaped pattern of interlocking rectangular subway tiles with more intensity than the 90 degree.

The authentic subway tile is timeless beautiful and most importantly buildable. Subway tiles never goes out of style. Subway tile patterns slice of design. Consider the distinguishing characteristics of a subway ceramics installation perfectly flat field tile pencil thin grout joints soft wrap around corners and integrated ceramic accessories.

Patterns to ponder for your home design. These old standards are the perfect authentic material to act as the base for a redesign of any. Vintage subway tile iron 3 x 12 has a distressed look. In fact it adds style to any interior wall application such as kitchen backsplash bathroom shower fireplace surround and feature walls.

Brick look tiles in this layout create an industrial vibe in your space. Also known as a running bond this common brickwork pattern has each tile start at the center of the tile below it. This modern farmhouse kitchen boasts grey blue lower cabinets. This tile is 5 16 of an inch thick.

Subway tile is the classic older sibling to all of our other subway ceramics lines. This is not that. The textured tiles certainly give off a more casual vibe. It works well for a taller space like a shower to create vertical and horizontal subway tile patterns rather than just one large pattern that can be overwhelming when used in a large and tall space.

Its rustic look yet smooth finish makes it easy to clean and appealing to the eyes. 3 x 12 and 4 x 16 which will give a more modern look. This pattern also flatters handmade look tiles while adding authenticity.