Tiles are a powerful design feature that can define the look and feel of a space. To transform your home from ordinary to extraordinary instantly, create intrigue and depth by mixing and matching tile patterns. 

Key Elements of Tile Design

Tile design begins with the core elements that contribute to a tile's look and feel. Think about combining textures and colors, such as the organic surface of natural stone tiles and the rich colors and sleek finish of wood-look luxury vinyl tiles. Hexagonal tiles and porcelain slabs add variety in size and shape. Consider the following key areas and find fun places to switch things up: 

  • Color: Conveys mood, reflects light, and sets the tone for your decor 

  • Lines: Invoke movement while defining boundaries 

  • Texture: Adds complexity, interest, and depth 

  • Shape: Offers distinctive spatial compositions and defines the style 

Pairing the right patterns creates a contrast that engages the eye. Target the right combination, and you can lock in a style with staying power. 

Hexagonal Floor Tiles With Subway Wall Tiles 

Hexagonal porcelain floor tiles have a playful vibe that's well-grounded by the rectangular stability of subway-style ceramic tiles. Our pottery collection is a perfect pick for hexagonal beauty. 

Encaustic Patterns With Solid Color Accents 

Encaustic tiles use different colors of clay to create a stunning pattern, usually featuring between two and six hues. Balance the visual interest of this design with solid accent tiles as the border or backdrop. For easier installation, you can opt for our durable encaustic-look porcelain tiles. Find artful options in the Stencil and Brushstroke collections. 

Large-Format Tiles With Mosaic Accents 

Play with scale by pairing giant porcelain slabs with intricate mosaic accents. The detailed mosaic catches viewers' attention while simple, large-format pieces ground the space. We custom-design mosaic patterns using our porcelain tiles. 

Checkerboard Floors with Subway Tiles 

Our Forever, Pottery, and Timeless collections include trending checkerboard tiles that give your kitchen a classic diner look. Pair checkerboard floors with simple subway tiles on the wall to complete the classic ambiance. 

How To Achieve an Expert Tile Design 

Contrast is key. If one tile is bright, use neutrals for the other. Mix large, simple shapes with small, intricate ones. You can also use wide grout lines to set off a decorative accent wall or backsplash. Consider the flow of the space and use your tiles to enhance rather than disrupt it — confine busy designs to smaller spaces and let classic styles hold it all together. 

Get Started Mixing and Matching Tile Patterns Like a Pro

It's important to view your prospective tiles side by side before you dive into the installation process. At Wayne Tile, we have an extensive selection of samples so you can compare and contrast to your heart's content. Visit one of our convenient locations and start your search for the perfect tile pairing today. Our experts at Wayne Tile Company can help you select the right edge profile for the room, purpose, and type of tile you want. Browse our full product catalog or visit your nearest showroom to explore them in person.