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White subway tile chevron pattern.
Herringbone at 90 degrees.
It s often called subway tile because it was developed for new york city subway stations back in the early 1900s and can still be seen there.
But we re going to take this classic white tile and show you five modern and unexpected ways of using it.
For a more modern feel check out elongated sizes like 2 x 8 3 x 12 4 x 12 and 4 x 16.
In the video we used the same white 3 inch by 8 inch ceramic tile for each bathroom.
Simple unpretentious and cost effective white ceramic tile is the white t shirt of the kitchen.
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.
As it turns out there s much more to chevron than the that obnoxious black and white version you saw plastered everywhere eight years ago.
Jeffrey court dreamcicle white 11 75 in.
Large format tiles have become popular in small rooms where the bigger tiles create a perception of space.
Chevron is an inverted v pattern with each side meeting at the point without interruption.
These days you ll find a broad range of styles colors and patterns of subway tile.
The classic herringbone pattern just tilted 90 degrees.
The results are a seamless zig zag pattern that is popular for backsplashes bathroom tiling and bedding alike.
In meritage model home in simpsonville sc.
X 8 mm chevron natural stone metal wall and floor mosaic tile 19 97.
She went the traditional route with classic white subway tiles but then opted for a chevron pattern for an understated but fun twist.
The herringbone at 90 degrees also draws the eye up and creates visual interest in the space.