Tile Guide
Shower Tile Ideas
The best shower tile ideas start with how the shower is used: a curbless walk-in, a tub-shower in a kids' bath or a spa-style primary shower. The photos on this page are real projects, not renderings.
We supply shower tile from brands including Daltile and Bedrosians, plus Schluter waterproofing and trim.
Walk-in shower tile ideas
- Run the same tile from the bathroom floor into a curbless shower with a linear drain.
- Use large-format porcelain on the walls for fewer grout lines.
- Add a glass panel instead of a full enclosure to keep the tile visible.
- Tile a bench or ledge in the same material as the walls.
Subway tile shower ideas
Subway tile is a lasting choice because it works in many styles. The layout changes the look more than the tile does.
- Classic offset (running bond) for a traditional look.
- Stacked vertically to make a ceiling feel taller.
- Herringbone on an accent wall or niche.
- Contrasting grout to show the pattern, matching grout to calm it.
Niches, accents and trim
A recessed niche keeps bottles off the floor; plan its height and size before tiling. Metal edge trims, such as Schluter profiles, give a clean finish at outside corners and tile edges.
Natural stone and stone-look porcelain
Marble and other natural stones bring real variation but need sealing and gentle cleaners. Marble-look porcelain gives a similar look with less maintenance.
Planning the order
We offer complimentary measuring for projects in our service area. We work with any installer you choose, and we're happy to recommend installers we know.
Shower Tile Ideas FAQ
What tile is best for shower walls?
Porcelain and ceramic wall tile are common and low maintenance. Natural stone works with sealing and stone-safe care.
Is subway tile good for a shower?
Yes. Glazed subway tile is easy to clean and works in many layouts. Choose grout and sealing based on the product.
What tile works in a walk-in shower?
Many walk-in showers use the same porcelain on the floor and walls, often with a linear drain. See shower floor tile.
Do large tiles work in showers?
Yes, on walls and with the right drain on floors. See large format tile.
Can I see shower tile in person?
Yes. Compare tile at our Kalispell and Lakeside showrooms, or browse the project gallery.
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See it in our Kalispell and Lakeside showrooms
Compare these materials side by side in person and take samples home to check in your own light.