Dark tile trends

Think of dark tiles and you might also think, ‘that’s not for me’, but incorporating darker tiles into your home is an increasing trend which has flourished this year and it’s worth considering – if you fancy a change.

The dark and moody vibe – particularly popular using large format tiles – can subsequently be adapted for any space so, whether you have a large bathroom or a smaller space, you can make it work.

Darkness adds depth and a chic modern style to interiors, as well as creating a sense of drama. You can go all-out Gothcore with a fully noir-themed bathroom or opt for a more balanced look, with a mixture of darker and lighter tones. From monochrome styles to adding dark feature walls or shower spaces, if you choose the right combination of tiles, you can style them in a variety of ways to create an eye-catching design which will enhance your bathroom.

Incorporating the industrial look

Marble continues to be a popular choice for many homeowners and is great if you want to add a touch of opulence to your interiors. Marble-effect tiling is therefore ideal if you want to get the luxury look for less – and black marble is an inspired choice if you also want to go a bit darker and achieve that moody vibe. It can have an industrial edge and will add instant interest to your room.

Add some drama to your interior with the Fox Graphite Natural Porcelain Wall and Floor Tile.

The Fox Graphite Natural Porcelain Wall and Floor Tile in Grey Porcelain is a large format tile with a black background and white veining detail throughout which fits the bill perfectly. The black base adds depth and an elegant style while the large size of the tiles, along with their rectified finish, means there are fewer grout lines, creating a seamless, flowing look. This also gives the illusion of more space, while the marble design of course creates that luxury aesthetic.

The Fox Graphite Tiles can also be used on both floors and walls, so you can use them throughout your bathroom for a more dramatic look, or just in one area, as preferred. The satin finish of the tiles gives them a soft, sleek look, satin being somewhere in between a gloss and matt finish, while the porcelain material makes these a robust and hard-wearing tile.

The Ebru Shiny Hexagon Tile in Black Ceramic will add depth to your bathroom.

Another great marble-effect tile with a dark design is the Ebru Shiny Hexagon Tile in Black Ceramic which has a quirky hexagonal shape combined with a stunning monochrome marble-effect design. This attractive tile is ideal for both walls and floors and can either create an eye-catching feature wall or be used in abundance throughout the room, as preferred.

The high-gloss finish gives them a contemporary look while the pattern adds visual interest and depth, drawing the eye with the varying design as it alternates across the tiles.

If you want to try a darker tile which has an industrial edge but doesn’t have that marble look, then consider the Norai Black Matt White Body Wall Tile.

With a black matt finish flecked with subtle white veining, this tile evokes urban and industrial vibes, the rectified edges minimising grouting and resulting in a more streamlined appearance which delivers that contemporary style.

The Norai Black Matt White Body Wall Tile has an industrial style.

Moody mosaics

If you don’t want to go large format with your tiling, then the smaller size of mosaic designs is another option. These work particularly well when used around vanity units or in alcoves to create feature spaces but are equally amenable to being used on a larger scale in the room.

The Penny Arrecife Iridis Grey Mosaic Sheet is a designer mosaic tile made from high-quality recycled glass and has a beautiful pattern which combines a mixture of light and darker grey tones to create an undulating effect. This works together with the gloss finish of the tiles to create a striking design which will add instant elegance to your bathroom.

The Spanish glass also makes these tiles very robust, while the circular penny shape adds character and style.

Use a mosaic tile like the Penny Arrecife Iridis Grey Mosaic Sheet to add character.

Another mosaic tile which goes dark with a teal tone is the Ibiza Teal Mosaic Sheet in Green Porcelain which has a distinctive triangular shape and a bold colour palette which will immediately draw the eye. The gloss finish gives them a modern appearance, while the dark teal adds depth, the combined look being one which is visually interesting and ideal for a feature wall.

The Ibiza Teal Mosaic Sheet in Green Porcelain.

No matter what look you’re aiming for, when it comes to dark tiles, there are various styles and finishes you can incorporate into your home to achieve the perfect interior.

Whether you want to go all-black or prefer to introduce feature noir areas, you can easily add some modern chic style to your home with this elegant tile trend.

For more dark tile trend inspiration, just email our team at info@bathshack.com or call (028) 9077 0188. Alternatively, our online chat is available if you have any queries.