Subway tiles originated in the early 1900s when they were placed in the New York’s underground train stations. People were inspired and began using them in their homes, adding it to their kitchens and bathrooms. The original size is 75mm x 150mm, but today most small, rectangular tiles are categorised as subway tiles.
We recommend subway tiles as they are versatile and look great in nearly every home and can be laid in interesting ways to give you a beautiful feature tile at a great price point. With that in mind, here we will take you through 12 ways you can lay your subway tiles.
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1: Herringbone at 90 Degrees
The classic herringbone pattern tilted 90 degrees. It works well for a taller space like a shower, to create vertical and horizontal subway tile patterns rather than just one large pattern, which can be overwhelming when used in a large and tall space. The herringbone at 90 degrees also draws the eye up and creates visual interest in the space.
2: Step Ladder
3: Classic Subway
4: Geometric Look
5. Classic at a Diagonal
6. Stacked Vertical
7. 90 Degree Classic
8. Stacked Tile
9. Stacked Vertical – Alternating
10. Classic Herringbone
11. Stacked Horizontal – Alternating
12. Herringbone at 45 degrees
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