Laying the tile at a 45 degree angle and making the rows go in a parallel way.
1 3 subway tile pattern.
You can alternate the rows to create an opposing look or have the rows all line in the same way for a stripe appearance.
5 uncommon subway tile patterns vertically stacked tile.
If you re ready to mix.
And i am not digging all this gold and bronze that everyone is into i find most tile photos on pint rest and houzz are god awful so many busy patterns.
A simple way to achieve a more unique subway tile design is with a diagonal lay pattern.
And i love 1 3 offset for subway less pattern y.
1 3 or 33 offset this is a twist on the basic offset pattern where each tile s edge is only offset by one third of the width of the tile above or below.
In this third pattern we ve taken a herringbone motif and turned it on its side for a.
Probably the easiest subway tile patterns are done in a running bond.
For a more visually varied look that resembles steep stair steps opt for the one third offset pattern.
Apr 23 2017 1 3 offset subway tile layout or staggered layout.
The herringbone at 90 degrees also draws the eye up and creates visual interest in the space.
This layout is a classic but more graphic way to install both large or small rectangular tiles.
It creates strong diagonal lines in the pattern and is often used instead of the basic offset pattern with larger tiles to hide imperfections like in this danish home from nordic design.
The classic herringbone pattern just tilted 90 degrees.
It s a simple twist that can create a subtle visual element.
In our cottage bathroom above the upper and lower sections of shower were done in a running bond where each brick overlaps the one above and below by 1 2 of the width of the tiles.
Crosshatch or basket weave pattern sometimes making a small tweak to your layout is all it takes to build a luxurious looking texture with a standard tile like 3 x6 subway tile.
This pattern is made up of v shaped rows of 45 degree angled tiles.
Vertical stacking of subway tile is a popular style these days.
That s the most basic pattern type but there are several variations.
Herringbone at 90 degrees.
Popular on backsplashes subway tiles attain new heights of style in a herringbone layout.
It works well for a taller space like a shower to create vertical and horizontal subway tile patterns rather than just one large pattern that can be overwhelming when used in a large and tall space.
1 2 is classic but i prefer 1 3.
A crosshatch or basket weave pattern consists of laying your tile in alternating two by two grids.
By offsetting the tile you re.