15 Shower & Bathroom Tile Ideas

Plain white tiles will create a bright, clean space, whilst colourful or patterned tiles can add personality. Whether you’re looking to turn a dated bathroom into a fun, contemporary space or prefer a timeless design, we’ve got plenty of bathroom tile ideas to inspire you.

Which tiles are best for bathrooms?

Bathroom tiles should be waterproof and durable enough to withstand general wear and tear, but they don’t have to be boring! Choose from glossy or matte finishes, unique shapes, and various sizes and colours to suit your bathroom design.

Whether you’re planning a complete bathroom renovation or adding a tiled feature wall to enhance your space’s existing design, discover our top 15 bathroom tile ideas to help you get started.

1. Clean white

White bathroom tiles give a clean and timeless look to any space. They can also help brighten up dark or small bathrooms. To prevent the room from looking too clinical, opt for grout in a contrasting shade or add colourful accessories. 

2. Monochrome tiles

Black and white bathrooms are timeless yet modern, and there are plenty of ways to incorporate a monochrome palette into the design. Create a checkerboard effect with floor tiles, opt for white walls and black floor tiles, or incorporate shades of white, black and grey throughout the space.

6. Geometric patterns

Make a bold statement with geometric tiles. Monochrome patterns offer a timeless style, whilst geometric tiling makes a striking feature wall or flooring option.

7. Wood and marble-effect tiles

Natural materials like wood don’t fare well in bathrooms, so wood-effect floor tiles are the perfect alternative. Plus, they’re cheaper, easier to clean and waterproof. If you love the look of marble tiles but not the price tag, choose marble-effect tiles for your bathroom walls or floor.

8. Large tiles

Large tiles can make a small bathroom look bigger, as they have fewer grout lines. Use the same tiles for the walls and floor to make the room feel more spacious. 

12. Create zones

Use tiles to mark different zones within your bathroom. Choose different colours or shapes for each area to make a bold statement or combine painted and tiled walls throughout the space. 

Tiles are ideal in wet zones as they are often more waterproof than paint. Tile the wall behind wet zones like the sink, toilet or shower to transform these areas into eye-catching features whilst protecting them from water damage. 

13. Add a feature wall

Use tiles in your preferred colour, shape and size to create a feature wall. This idea is perfect for bolder designs which may look overwhelming if applied to all four walls. The most common place for a feature wall is behind the sink, shower or toilet, although they can be anywhere that suits your bathroom configuration. 

Once you’ve found your favourite tiling idea, follow our step-by-step guide to tiling your bathroom.