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Wall Tiles

Wall Tiles

Bathroom Wall Tile

Transform your bathroom with elegant high quality wall tile. Whether you're renovating your entire bathroom or just an accent wall. We have a wide range of colors, patterns, materials, and finishes designed to suit every aesthetic and budget.

Why Choose European Wall Tile?

Wall tile is where design freedom is greatest — because wall tiles don't carry floor loads or require slip resistance ratings, European manufacturers push further with surface treatments, glaze depth, relief textures, and color development than is possible with floor tile. The result is a category where the most creative, characterful, and design-forward tile options live. Our wall tile collection is sourced from Spain, Italy, and Portugal — the same manufacturers supplying luxury hotel and residential projects across Europe and North America.

Wall tile by material:

  • Ceramic wall tile — the most versatile and cost-effective wall tile material; available in the widest range of colors, glazes, and decorative finishes including hand-crafted artisan styles
  • Porcelain wall tile — harder and denser than ceramic, ideal for high-moisture bathroom and shower wall applications where maximum water resistance is required
  • Glass wall tile — highly reflective and non-porous; adds depth, brightness, and a spa-like quality to bathroom and kitchen walls
  • Natural stone wall tile — marble, travertine, and limestone for a luxurious, organic aesthetic; requires sealing in wet areas
  • Mosaic wall tile — small format mesh-mounted tiles for feature walls, niches, and decorative borders

Shower Wall Tile

Enhance your shower with our shower wall tiles. Designed to withstand daily moisture while adding a touch of luxury, these tiles come in a variety of textures, colors, and patterns.

Shower walls are the most technically demanding wall tile application — they need to be fully waterproof, easy to clean, and visually cohesive from floor to ceiling. Always use a waterproof substrate (cement board or liquid-applied membrane) before tiling, and finish all internal corners with silicone caulk rather than grout to prevent cracking from natural movement.

Best tile choices for shower walls:

  • Large format porcelain — 12×24 or 24×48 tiles minimize grout lines for maximum waterproofing and easiest maintenance; creates a seamless, contemporary finish
  • Subway tile — classic 3×6 or elongated 4×12 in porcelain or ceramic; one of the most enduringly popular shower wall tile choices
  • Mosaic tile — used as a full shower wall covering or as a feature accent in a niche; glass mosaic adds beautiful light reflection to enclosed shower spaces
  • Natural stone — marble and travertine deliver a luxury spa aesthetic; use a honed finish rather than polished for a safer, less slippery surface

Kitchen Wall Tile

Upgrade your kitchen with stylish wall tiles that make a lasting impression. From glossy subway tiles to bold patterns, our kitchen wall tile and backsplash collection offers endless design possibilities. 

The kitchen backsplash is the most visible wall surface in any kitchen — at eye level, framing your cooktop and countertops, and setting the visual tone for the entire space. It's also one of the most rewarding wall tile projects you can take on, whether you're a first-time DIYer or an experienced renovator.

Kitchen wall  tile by style:

  • Subway tile — the most popular kitchen wall tile by a wide margin; timeless in white ceramic with grey grout, or elevated with colored glazes and elongated formats
  • Glass mosaic — highly reflective and light-enhancing behind ranges and cooktops; available in iridescent, frosted, and solid color finishes
  • Hexagon tile — a geometric alternative to subway tile for kitchen backsplashes; medium format hex in neutral tones adds pattern without overwhelming the space
  • Decorative tile — hand-painted ceramic and patterned porcelain used as a feature section behind the range, framed by simpler field tile on the surrounding walls

When choosing kitchen wall tile, pair your tile with your countertop rather than competing with it — a busy countertop calls for a simple backsplash, while a plain solid countertop is the perfect canvas for a bold tile statement.

Size

  • 36" X 36"
  • 24" X 24"

Finish

  • Satin Rec
  • Rec
As Low As $6.30/sq. ft.

Marble Look Ceramic Tile | Calacatta Superwhite

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Marble Look Tile Dune Ceramics introduces Calacatta, a series of white marbles with greyish veins that will make any space an elegant and captivati...

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FAQ

What is the difference between wall tile and floor tile?

Wall tiles are specifically manufactured for vertical surfaces. They are generally thinner and lighter than floor tiles, which makes them easier to adhere to walls and reduces the risk of slippage during installation. Wall tiles do not need to meet floor load-bearing or slip resistance requirements, so they can have smooth, polished, or decorative glazed surfaces that would be impractical on a floor. Never install a wall-only rated tile on a floor - the tile may crack under foot traffic.

What is the best tile for bathroom walls?

Glazed ceramic and porcelain are the most popular bathroom wall tile choices due to their water resistance, easy maintenance, and vast range of colors and sizes. Subway tile in 3×6 or 4×12 formats is a classic wall tile choice for bathrooms. Large format porcelain (12×24 and above) creates a sleek, modern look with minimal grout lines. Glass tile adds a reflective, spa-like quality to shower and bath surrounds. The right choice depends on the style you're creating and your maintenance preference.

How high should wall tile go in a bathroom?

There is no single right answer - it depends on your style goals and budget. Common approaches include tiling to the full height of the shower or bath surround (typically 72"-84"), tiling a half wall (36"-48") with paint above, or tiling floor to ceiling for a fully tiled room. Full floor-to-ceiling tile is the most practical for wet areas and creates the most cohesive, high-end look. A half-tiled wall with a contrasting paint color above is a cost-effective option for powder rooms and lower-traffic areas.

Can wall tile be installed by a DIYer?

Wall tile installation is one of the more accessible DIY tile projects, particularly for flat, straightforward walls like a bathroom vanity backsplash or a kitchen backsplash. The key skills are mixing thinset correctly, applying it evenly with a notched trowel, maintaining consistent spacing with tile spacers, and grouting cleanly. Shower wall tile requires waterproofing the substrate first, which adds complexity. For large areas or shower enclosures, professional installation is recommended to ensure the waterproofing is done correctly.

What tile size works best on walls?

Smaller tiles (3×6 subway, 4×4 square) are traditional wall tile formats that remain very popular, particularly in bathrooms and kitchens. Medium format tiles (12×24) are increasingly popular on bathroom walls for a cleaner, more contemporary look. Large format tiles (24×48 and above) create a stunning, hotel-quality effect on shower walls and feature walls but require a very solid substrate and appropriate non-sag thinset. In general, scale your tile choice to the size of the room - very large tiles in a small powder room can feel overwhelming.

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