Tiling can take your kitchen from bland to beautiful, and it’s very durable. Different tiles can work with different styles of kitchens, which we’ll be going over in this article. We’ll also share our favourite types of kitchen tiling with some inspiration for your home!
Continue reading for our favourite styles of kitchens, as well as our top kitchen tiling ideas for backsplashes, countertops, and flooring.
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Styles of Kitchens
Your choice of tiles will depend on the style of your kitchen. You wouldn’t see a chrome tile in a Tuscan kitchen, and you wouldn’t see ornate detail in a modern kitchen. Your kitchen will feel cohesive if it has a theme, and you’ll be more inspired to cook in it if you like the way it looks!
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There is an almost infinite number of kitchen styles out there. For the purposes of this article, we’ll be looking at a select few. Read on to learn a bit more about our chosen styles, and then our tile selections.
1. Tuscan
If you’ve ever lusted after homes in the Italian countryside, a Tuscan kitchen could be for you! They are full of rich shades of brown and red and bring warmth to the heart of the home.
Tuscan kitchens generally feature natural stones like travertine, granite, and marble. The hardware on cabinets is bronze or another dark brushed metal. Many kitchens in this style will have high-end finishes like professional ranges. They can be quite expensive, but if done right, are quite beautiful.
2. Bohemian
When you think of your ideal kitchen, what comes to mind? If you’re looking for a natural, open space to cook in, a bohemian kitchen might be for you.
Bohemian kitchens are full of reclaimed materials, like old wood or recycled pipes. Sometimes their cabinets are actually made from vintage chests, found at charity shops. For more information on furniture restoration, read this article!
These kitchens are more about the experience of cooking, rather than opulence. They often feature open shelving and plenty of greenery.
Common colours found in a bohemian kitchen are white, brown, and accents of colours. They will often have butcher block counters, with a bright tiled backsplash.
3. Eclectic
This style can often be mistaken for bohemian, but it is more refined. Monica Gellar’s kitchen on Friends is a good jumping-off point for an eclectic kitchen. It features bright colours, exposed bricks, and mismatched appliances. Yet, it comes off as a cohesive and organised look.
Eclectic kitchens feature whites, woods, and bright colours like turquoise, green, and pink. They often have subway tiles or exposed brick as a backsplash, which adds an edge to the aesthetic.
If you have mismatched furniture and decor, an eclectic style is up your alley. Use your mix of items to personalise your home and make it as unique as you are.
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4. Farmhouse
The most distinctive feature of a farmhouse kitchen is an apron sink. They are often referred to as farmhouse sinks, given their popularity. Apron sinks are generally single-basin but are also available in double-basin designs.
Farmhouse kitchens also usually feature shaker-style cabinets, in understated colours. Many kitchens have pastels or dark shades of blues and teals on their cabinets. Adding an element of colour is a great way to add a personal touch to a kitchen.
For hardware, farmhouse kitchens are full of brass, bronze, or brushed nickel hardware. They look lived in and comfortable, with butcher block counters and reclaimed materials. Open shelving is often used in farmhouse kitchens and can be made of recycled materials.
A trend in kitchen design today is shiplap, which is reclaimed wood from barns and sheds. You can also find it in a store, though, if you want to add a vintage charm to your home. Mix shiplap with your kitchen tiling for a great look!
5. Modern
If chrome, glass, and stark colours sound good to you, a modern kitchen is right up your alley. Modern kitchens play host to shiny counters, clean lines, and high-end finishes.
Cabinets in modern kitchens don’t have much detail, and they are often flat, with a glossy finish. Their countertops are also free of detail, with popular materials being quartz or glass. Many counters in modern kitchens have waterfall edges, where the countertop flows to the floor.
6. Mid-Century Modern
This is a popular style for kitchens, and it often draws on Scandinavian design. The cabinets in mid-century modern kitchens are generally grainy wood or white, with flat doors. The hardware is skinny or flat and made of brushed nickel or brass. Cabinets can also be hardware-free, with a simple handle built into the cabinet door.
Countertops in mid-century modern kitchens are simple, made of quartz, stainless steel, or concrete. The backsplashes are often made up of small tiles, bringing attention to the area between the cabinets.
The mid-century modern colour scheme includes bright colours like turquoise, green, and orange.