Grey tile is an easy pick for the bathroom, as it goes with nearly anything. There are plenty of options available, ranging from affordable picks to luxury splurges. But these two factors also make it quite difficult to pick the right grey tile for your bathroom, as there are so many options.
However, there's a grey tile perfect for every bathroom, and we've done the hard work of rounding up some of our favorites. Keep reading to learn about all the different things you can do with grey bathroom tile.
01 Go Vertical
Though much bathroom tile is laid in a horizontal pattern, tile can be laid in a vertical pattern too. A vertical tile pattern can give your otherwise-fairly-standard tile added visual interest and make the space feel larger.
02 Show Off Your Tile
If you're putting in all the hard work of looking at tiles, picking the perfect one, paying for it, and installing it, don't hide it behind a shower curtain. Instead, install glass shower doors that show off your grey tile shower 24/7, rather than hiding it away.
03 Use Blue-Grey
A deep blue-grey tile can make a bathroom feel moody and spa-like, all at once. We love the above bathroom from Mindy Gayer Design Co., as its richly colored tile contrasts beautifully with the white and pine accents throughout the rest of the space.
04 Use a Different Tile for the Floor and Walls
Grey tile is a great choice for a more monochrome look. But if you want the single-color effect without it being too "blah," use similarly-colored grey tiles with different patterns on the walls and floor. Like what Mindy Gayer Design Co. did here by using classic subway tile alongside fish scale tile.
05 Have Fun With Patter
Grey tile can sometimes feel ubiquitous and overdone. However, there are definitely positives to the popularity of grey tile. One of them is that there are plenty of fun patterns in grey colorways, like the unique pattern above.
06 Add a Little Brass
The shiny vintage look of brass is an excellent contrast to the more toned-down and matte look of grey tile, making them an excellent bathroom combo. To bring this pairing into your own space, use brass faucets or hardware alongside grey tile shower surrounds or floors.
07 Try Contrasting Patterns
Looking for a subtle, contrasting patterned look without having to buy two types of tile? Try laying the same tile pattern different ways, like Mindy Gayer Design Co. did in this bathroom. One row faces towards the left, and the other towards the right, creating a unique flooring pattern.
08 Try Starbursts 
The iconic starburst pattern found its home in mid-century modern design, but it's still a great pick for modern homes everywhere. The grey starburst pattern above gives the bathroom a retro and slightly-Moroccan look.
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