Dimensions Of A Subway Tile

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Dimensions of a subway tile.

2 x 4 4 x 8 6 x 12. Subway tiles are a perennial favorite in bathrooms as these too have a 1 2 size ratio. A century later these simple cheap durable easy to clean tiles are a go to option for kitchens bathrooms laundry rooms and mud rooms that work in a variety of interior design styles from industrial lofts to contemporary or period homes. The general rule is any wall tile with a 1 to 2 size can be styled as a subway tile.

An optimist at home in notting hill. For the maximum long but narrow ceramic tile consider using listellos. That s up for debate. While technically anything smaller than 3 x 6 could be considered mini subway tile the most common size is 1 x 2 subway tile.

Sometimes tiles that are not 1 2 but still have a smaller rectangular shape are considered subway tile as well like a 4. The 3x6 size is the most common subway tile size. These decorative tiles are often used to delineate two sections of wall tile. A typical backsplash is 18 tall giving you an even 6 rows of tile.

However sizes for subway tile have expanded to include many other sizes. The smaller size opens up a wider range of material options including of course glass but also stainless steel as well. Subway tile became an instant classic when it was introduced in nyc subway stations in the early 1900s. It s a bit tough to define especially if you connote subway tile with a specific rectangular shape.

Square subway tile in the designer is in. In showers especially with a contrasting grout color this smaller size can look a bit busy. It s very popular size for kitchen backsplashes.