Subway

Subway tiles have been extremely popular in recent years which means there are now more varieties than ever to choose from. As their name suggests, subway tiles were originally developed as a clean and tidy finish for New York’s underground train stations in 1904. Although having been used in residential interior design throughout the 1900’s, subway tiles have never been as ubiquitous as they are today.

Traditionally only available in shades of white and off-white, subway tiles now come in a myriad of different sizes, colours and finishes. Many people are still drawn to the traditional, neutral colours in subway tiles and often make them pop by pairing them with a contrasting grout colour, such as charcoal. If you like neutral subway tiles but are looking for a little more “wow”, you can opt for high sheen, crackle glaze or textured finishes, which still maintain a monochromatic palette, but add a beautiful, textural element to your space.

If you’re looking to incorporate subway tiles but wish to make a bold, colour statement, M2 Tiles has a rainbow of colours and tones from which to choose. From bright primary colours, earthy tones and metallic finishes like copper through to blush pinks, icy blues and the ever-popular charcoals and greys. In addition to the standard 150mm x 75mm subway tile, these little gems are now available in a huge array of sizes including miniature, mosaic subway tiles that come on mesh backing sheets.

Subway tiles are a popular choice for kitchen splashbacks and can look right at home in contemporary and Scandi spaces just as easily as retro and farmhouse style kitchens. White subway tiles are also used widely in bathrooms and are often paired beautifully with black and white marble floor tiles.

Regardless of how you wish to incorporate subway tiles into your home, M2 Tiles has a solution. We specialise in catering to Perth customers who like the subway tile look but are keen to explore a variety of options to really create something special. Our vast collection includes subway tiles from all around the world and features high-end, hand-made options right through to traditional, budget-friendly buys.

Pop into our Claremont showroom to see how subway tiles could work for your space.