Stylish Kitchen Tile Walls and Floors

Image: Artemis Quartzite Kitchen Countertop, CS-Bianco Venatino Honed Lotus Mesh Marble Backsplash & Sav Wood Miele Porcelain Tile Floor

The kitchen is one of the most frequently used rooms in a home. And if you spend a lot of time cooking and entertaining, then your kitchen gets even more use! If you’re planning on renovating your kitchen, whether with a few updates or a complete remodel, you’ll want to make sure it’s functional and aesthetically pleasing with a modern style.

One often overlooked feature of kitchens that is important in creating the overall look and feel of this room, is stylish kitchen floor and wall tiles. By incorporating unique stone and tile products into your kitchen design beyond simple flooring choices and countertops, your kitchen will boast a fun style with eye-catching, welcoming components.

There are tile options for every budget and every taste preference, so you’ll be able to design a stylish modern kitchen no matter what your budget is. Check out our design ideas using stylish kitchen wall tiles and floor tiles for inspiration when planning your kitchen renovation.

Unique Kitchen Backsplash Ideas

Image: Taj Mahal Satin Quartzite Kitchen Countertop & Gioia Greige Porcelain Tile Backsplash

Kitchen backsplashes are designed to protect your walls from the spills, stains and splashes that are inevitable when cooking. They’re installed where spills and splashes are most likely to occur, like behind cooktops and sinks. Because of the high amount of food and liquids they come into contact with, they’re usually made from materials that are durable and easy to clean such as ceramic and porcelain.

Since they are situated at eye level, backsplashes are often one of the first aspects of a kitchen that grab attention, so it’s important to have a backsplash that’s not only practical but that also makes a statement, bringing color and texture to your kitchen design.

Let’s take a look at some ideas that can be used to create stylish kitchen backsplashes.

Image: Geo 2 Harmonie Glass Kitchen Tile Backsplash from Arizona Tile

• Colored Tile

In a kitchen otherwise dressed in white tones, a colorful tile backsplash becomes the standout design element in the room. For example, a backsplash of green tile a touch of color and texture to an otherwise neutral kitchen. View our stunning Flash and Gioia tile options, both of which are available in a variety of beautiful colors.

• White Tile

can always be counted on to create a timeless, classy look with a casual feel. Design tip: Use dark grout lines for a crisp look and to better camouflage stains. Check out the white body ceramic wall tile from our Smooth Series

• Statement Tile

Using a tile design with different patterns or a mix of colors makes a great statement backsplash that’s sure to be a stunning focal point of your kitchen and will add a fresh vibe to any kitchen. A black and white tile like our Cementine Black and White tile series is a timeless option available in five designs as well as a mix, and will create a unique statement. The rectified white body ceramic wall tile in our 3D series can also be used and make a simple, classy statement.

Image: Cementine Black & White B&W Mix Porcelain Kitchen Backsplash & Steel Grey Granite Countertop

• Grey Tile

When installed as a kitchen backsplash, tile with tones of grey can create a distinct look and compliments many countertops. Our CS-Calacatta Gris tile is a stunning backsplash choice.

Image: CS-Calacatta Gris Honed Lotus Mesh Kitchen Backsplash & Diamond Crystal Quartzite Kitchen Countertop

• Glass Tile

If you’re looking to create a modern and aesthetically pleasing kitchen backsplash, glass tiles are another option. Whether you’re installing a new backsplash or updating an old one, there are countless beautiful Glass tile backsplash options available to add instant sophistication and sheer beauty to your kitchen.

Image: Mont Blanc Satin Quartzite Kitchen Backsplash from Arizona Tile

• Natural Stone

Natural stone is gorgeous in any kitchen design but may be a higher price point than some budgets allow. However, using natural stone for a small backsplash area is a great way to utilize this material without breaking the bank. Install a  slab as your stove backsplash for a truly stunning look. Bonus: It’s easy to wipe clean since there are no grout joints. Our Mont Blanc Satin quartzite is a classic that exudes sophistication.

Best Tile Ideas for Stylish Kitchen Floors

Tile is an excellent option for kitchen flooring since kitchens are one of the rooms in a home that gets a ton of foot traffic and is prone to the most messes when it comes to foods and liquids. For these reasons, it must be highly durable and easy to clean.

Luckily, there’s a wide variety of tile design options for kitchen floors to choose from, making it easier than ever to find tile that’s not only functional but also adds beauty and personality to your kitchen.

When designing a stylish kitchen, the tile you choose for your floor can have a big impact on the end result. The floor tile ideas below are both practical and stylish.

• Terrazzo Tile

Terrazzo tile is timeless and is an ideal option for creating a chic, cohesive look in any kitchen.

• Black Tile

Large black tile, like Reside Black Matte, creates an elegant, more dramatic, and refined space while still making a kitchen feel like a welcoming place to gather with loved ones.

• White Tile

White tile flooring immediately brightens up a kitchen and creates a simple, clean vibe that will enhance the beauty of any kitchen. Check out the white tile in our Cosmic tile line.

• Patterned Tile

A patterned floor tile, such as Cementine Evo or Reverie, will give your kitchen a unique flair and add an interesting visual element. As a bonus, patterned tile hides dirt more than plain, light-colored tile.

• Wood-Look Tile

Wood-look tile floors are highly durable and provide warmth and beauty while being affordable and low maintenance. Our Lucia and Savannah collections offer a variety of options you’ll love.

Now that you’ve seen the wide array of options available to create stylish kitchen walls and floors with tile, you’ll need to decide which type of tile is best for your kitchen and fits the design aesthetic you’re looking for. For example, if your kitchen is busy with a lot of décor, you may opt for a basic, low-key look.  On the other hand, if your kitchen is neutral in color and on the simple side regarding décor, you may want to consider using a patterned or colored tile in spaces where walls and cabinets are primarily neutral to add some flair.

For additional information about kitchen design ideas and tile options in this post, reach out to us to speak with one of our experienced design consultants or visit a store near you. We also encourage you to check out our installation products and use our Just Imagine tile visualizer tool to play around with the various tile options to get a better feel for how your kitchen design will look with different tile styles.