Instead of giving the shower door a lip to slide on, the construction team on this bathroom created a seamless transition between the bathroom floor and the tile that supports the shower basin. Square ceramic tile in a sandy brown is complete with white grout lines that display the essence of mid-century design.
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There is so much to say about the vast bathroom floor tile ideas inspiring our modern homes. As DIY projects have grown in popularity through the years, the opportunity for homeowners and renters to do their renovations in a way that requires no demolition has inspired the numerous types of tile on the market.
Not all tile types work in all spaces, and that is something to consider when selecting the perfect design and material for your space. For example, peel-and-stick tile is represented strongly in this group of photographs, but they are not a feasible option in every space depending on what type of flooring lays permanently underneath. In addition, the tile laying pattern is something else to consider as herringbone, chevron, and brick patterns have a very different finished appearance. There is so much beautiful variety represented within these carefully curated bathroom spaces, and whether or not you’re planning on hiring a contractor to do the work for you or accepting a DIY experience, there is an abundance of inspiration to get you started.
02 of Hexagon Marble Flooring
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Instead of small hexagon tiles, the designer of this bathroom went with a medium-sized tile in veiny marble. The dark swirls are a nice complement to the modern black frame windows. A marble pattern with deeper veins creates a little more dimension than a bright white with minimal swirl designs.
03 of DIY Hexagonal Bathroom Floor Tile Ideas
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If you’re creative and proudly take on daunting projects, a DIY hexagon tile design may be for you. White hexagon tile surrounded by dark grout is elevated by an intricate tile design made of individual black tiles. The nature of the individual pieces allows you to create any shape you desire which can be a fun undertaking in a vintage of modern bath.
04 of Herringbone Slate Tile
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Because bathrooms are commonly bathed in white between the walls, bathtubs, and vanities, designers are getting very creative with the floor tiles. This Scandinavian-style bath has slate tile in a herringbone pattern. The rich color blends well with the black accent hardware and light fixtures, creating a level of contrast that is beautifully done.
05 of Porcelain Tile With Matching Grout
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For a seamless appearance, you can be very selective in your grout selection process to ensure it matches the tile perfectly. This neutral porcelain tile is rectified, meaning that it has sharp edges to minimize the appearance of grout lines. The texture is similar to concrete, but a benefit of porcelain tile is its durability and moisture resistance.
06 of DIY Stencils for Bathroom Floor Tile Ideas
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Have you searched the world for the perfect tile and come up empty-handed? Consider tile stenciling, a DIY way to elevate your tile with intricate designs or shapes. The half-moon shape that extends through the tiles in groups of two fits well into a mid-century modern or Bohemian design scope.
07 of Spotted Black and White Penny Tile
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Who doesn’t love a modern penny and subway tile combo? The subway tile surround matches the petite penny tiles on the floor. Amid the pattern are individual black tiles, creating a sea of polka-dots. A standout color like this green vibes very well with this contemporary space, and black and white never go out of style.
08 of Clover Black and White Penny Tile
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Here we have another variation of black and white penny tile, but this time a little more vintage. The penny tile includes a grouping of four black dots that create petite clovers all across the floor that travel in a diagonal pattern. Interestingly enough, the floor tile doesn’t at all match the shower surround of sage and white checkers, but the inclusion of both contrasting patterns is quite beautiful.
09 of Mosaic Ceramic Floor Tiles
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How incredible is this mosaic floor tile? Made out of ceramic tiles, every square fits into an original pattern that is repeated a few times throughout the entire floor. One grouping of tiles consists of nine unique squares made in brown, cream, gray, and blue. To keep the attention on the floor, a white subway tile with dark grout lines the walls. If you’re adventurous in your design selections, this is the tile for you.
10 of Encaustic Cement Bathroom Floor Tile Idea
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Encaustic tile is made of cement with pigmentation and pattern. It’s a beautiful way to liven up any bathroom, as demonstrated in the blue, tan, and brown pattern that extends across the bathroom floor. A gray subway tile was selected to line the walls, and the match is perfect because of how the encaustic tile acts as a base for all of the other colors in the bathroom.
11 of Sleek Marble Tile Bathroom Design
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A sure way to make your bathroom look more lux and sophisticated is through the implementation of sleek marble tile. The veiny finish blends well with neutral colors, and the look is very clean and bright. In addition, a matching marble vanity top will create a cohesive appearance that is unmatched.
12 of Bathroom Farmhouse Décor and Hexagon Tile Flooring
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Black hexagon tiles on the floor of this bathroom are finished with white grout to add a bright contrasting focal point. The vanity area is decorated with bathroom farmhouse décor, including vessel sinks on a wooden vanity. Brass faucets are mounted against a subway tile backsplash.
13 of Bright White Penny Tile
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In a bathroom draped in white, a simple white penny tile with bright white grout is an obvious choice. The size of the tile creates a great deal of texture when the light reflects off of the floor. The versatility of the tile design can easily be dressed up or down, depending on the countertops and light fixtures of the space.
14 of Gothic Peel and Stick Tile
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Here we have another example of Gothic peel-and-stick tile. It is complemented by traditional ceramic wall tile. The black coloring on the floor vibes well with the black trim on this old vanity cabinet. In an outdated bathroom like this, simply covering the old flooring or tile can make a huge difference in the overall appearance of the bathroom.
15 of Black and White Tiled Bathroom
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Retro hexagonal black and white tiles create a dramatic contrast in this pristine, white bathroom. Wood and black metal shelves are mounted above the toilet and minimally decorated along with two framed art prints.
16 of Vinyl Wood Planks
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A common misconception is that bathrooms are required to have tile on the walls and the floor. This bathroom proves that this is not so! The hexagonal wall surround is completed by gray plank tile flooring that resembles real wood. It’s relatively inexpensive to install, and vinyl floors are more water-resistant than real hardwood.
17 of Black, Gray, and White Chevron Tile
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A combination of wood planks and tiles makes up this chevron-patterned floor beside a stand-alone tub. In a neutral bathroom, a statement floor like this can make a big difference in the overall visual interest of a room. The planks are thin and long which creates the facade of a spacious bathroom space.
18 of Gothic Peel and Stick Bathroom Tiles
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The most interesting element of this vintage corner bathroom is the black and white tile that lies across the floor. Instead of the pattern of each square being broken up by grout lines, one full tile displays an entire Gothic motif. A busy design like this works well with a simple white subway tile to surround the bathtub, sink, or toilet.
19 of Ceramic Tile in Subtly Different Neutral Tones
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Hexagon tile is very popular, but what’s unique about this design is the individual hues of each hexagon piece. Instead of one color palette that extends the length of the floor, there are very subtle creams, grays, and beige tones spread throughout. This is a great way to tie in a statement gray vanity with white shiplap and brown accent pieces.
20 of Star Pattern Peel and Stick Flooring
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Peel and stick tile is beloved for how affordable and easy it is to use. This designer selected a black star pattern to add some contrast to this green and brown Scandinavian-Bohemian bathroom. The black and white pattern is balanced by the striped towels that hang above the tub, and the matte black bathtub fixtures.
21 of Penny Tile With Black Trim
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There’s so much you can do with penny tile. Beneath this repurposed vintage vanity in teal is another example of penny tile, but this time with black trim. A rotating 2-1 pattern creates the cutest black outline that travels the perimeter of the room.
22 of Brown Terrazzo Hexagon Tile
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Terrazzo tile is famous for the speckled rocks and stones that lay inside the porcelain finish. In this earthy bathroom, the natural appearance of the hexagon tile vibes well with the ribbed wall tile. It almost feels like the bathroom is in a carefully maintained outdoor space, and that is all due to the tile’s effect in making the space feel very organic.
23 of Brown Herringbone Tile
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Wide, textured porcelain tile is laid gently on the floor of this farmhouse-inspired bathroom in a herringbone pattern. Herringbone is similar to chevron in how the planks or tiles lay diagonally, but the overlapping pattern distinguishes it as a herringbone style. The porcelain has a smooth finish that vibes well with the distressed shiplap surrounding the soaking tub and shower.
24 of Peel and Stick Slate Hexagon Tiles
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Faux-slate tiles can make any bathroom look sophisticated but on a budget. The dark tile is peel-and-stick but with intricate grout lines. Though not as durable, this type of tile is easy to lay and easy to take out when you’re ready for something fresh and new.
25 of Vintage Checkered Bathroom Floor Tile Ideas
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In this small apartment that resides in a 100-year-old building, the tile needed a refresh. Peel-and-stick tile once again came to the rescue and covered the floor in a glorious checkered pattern that pays tribute to the age of the home. If you are renting, this type of tile can easily be removed before you move out with no mess and no permanent change to the home.
26 of Forest Green Hexagon Tile
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Green is a very prominent color in our modern design scape right now because of its deep, calming tones. This bathroom with a modern vessel sink vanity is elevated by shiny forest green hexagon tile. A mid-century theme is wrapped in through the blush beadboard walls and old-fashioned light fixtures that hang above the sink.
27 of Angular Master Bathroom
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This bathroom is all about square shapes and lines from the cuboid light fixture to the square window to the rectangular floor tiles. Even the bath is a unique shape with a shallow V-shape that highlights the center faucet.
28 of Peel and Stick Vinyl Tile
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Peel and stick patterned tiles are a foolproof way to change out bathroom tile without any mess. They stick to outdated tiles, revealing a new and shiny aesthetic. The designer of this bathroom selected a gray patterned tile with navy blue accents to lay underneath a farmhouse vanity with a matching vessel sink. A traditional gray beadboard surrounds the bottom half of the wall, complementing the patterned tile.
29 of Mosaic Hexagon Penny Tile With Black Grout
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Any bathroom with a trace of farmhouse design looks great with hexagon tile. If you’re looking for something with a little more dimension, using dark grout for the tile surround will help the shape of the tiles pop. In this case, it all coordinates really well with the dark lines that show through the shiplap paneling.
30 of Beige Bathtub Half Wall with White Ledge
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White drop-in tub is framed by off-white tile surround on a beige half wall with white ledge. A chrome faucet kit leans over the bathtub next to a stained wood tub tray under a white frosted picture window.
