Style Spotlight: Metro Tiles

The cool nostalgia of metro tiles, once synonymous with the walls of New York City subway stations, gives style-conscious homeowners an opportunity to add some traditional charm to their property. But with such a diverse range of options available, the possibilities are endless when it comes to injecting your own style into this NYC staple.

From the kitchen to the bathroom, metro tiles can be utilised throughout the home in a variety of ways – and the design decisions are all yours. If, however, you need a little interior decorating inspiration before you bring some 20th century iconography into your property, we can help. Here are a few of our favourite interior design themes guaranteed to look great with your brand new subway tiles.

Ultra-modern

A minimalist approach to interior decorating has dominated homes across the world for decades – and if you’re looking for something cool and contemporary, it’s easy to add tiles to the equation. Matt black metro tiles scream sophistication and provide an ideal backdrop for a smart and understated room. You can complete the look with low, monochrome furniture and accessories in dramatic geometric shapes.

White metro tiles are equally effective in this respect, although some homeowners can be put off by the idea of coupling these with grey grout. Combined with ultra-modern decor, however, this can create a particularly striking effect we like to call the ‘luxury basics’ look. Stick to a strict, predominantly black-and-white colour scheme for a room that really packs a punch.

Industrial chic

If you’re less clean and contemporary and more shabby chic, an industrial interior could be the way to go – and it’s easy to bring some complementary metro wall tiles into the mix. Trading stark monochrome shades for rustic, earthy tones and topping it all off with a distressed furniture set will see your home transform into your very own warehouse loft on a budget.

Brown or grey metro tiles are your best bet here, complementing any metallic furniture or accessories and adding some serious vintage charm to your property. You might even want to invest in some mini metro tiles and add a series of quirky feature walls across a number of rooms – echoing this delightfully rustic colour scheme throughout your home for maximum impact.

Off the wall

Homeowners with more outlandish tastes might prefer the eccentricity of eye-catching primary colours such as reds, greens or blues. Metro wall tiles that add a vibrant splash of colour to the kitchen or bathroom can allow your living space to be both functional and fashionable – so remember to get creative in your interior design, and break any rules you want to in the search for a look you love.

Blue metro tiles are an ideal choice for bathrooms, creating an atmosphere of calmness and cleanliness in the place where these concepts are most relevant. To add some energy to your home while ensuring a sense of visual harmony, bright green metro tiles are a perfect fit for a statement feature wall and can have an awesome impact when utilised in a practical kitchen splashback.

Whether you’re looking for luxury decorating on a budget or want to make sure your home stands out, these iconic tiles are a stylish and versatile choice able to take any design scheme up a notch. Check out the rest of our blog for more style inspiration and DIY home improvement tips, or browse through our wide range of high quality metro tiles before you buy.