No More White! 10 Colorful Subway Tile Backsplashes

Cambria Bold
Cambria Bold
Cambria Bold is the Executive Editor of Cubby, and one of Apartment Therapy Media’s first full-time editors from way back when. She was The Kitchn's founding Design and Lifestyle Editor as well as Managing Editor of Re-Nest, Apartment Therapy’s late '00s green living site. She now thinks a lot about design, kids, and designy kids' things. She lives with her two daughters and their father in St. Paul, MN.
published Jan 27, 2014
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For everyone tired of the white subway tile trend (and we know you’re out there!) here’s something to cleanse your palate: Ten subway tile backsplashes in all colors but white!

Last week I shared a photo of this kitchen, highlighting the clever way it used a section of empty wall space. But the chocolate brown subway tiles were another unique feature that could not be ignored — a definite departure from the white tiles we’ve seen everywhere for the last couple of years.

Now, don’t get me wrong: I still appreciate white subway tiles and think they can look clean and chic. But even I’m ready to admit a little color is a welcome change. Here are ten new takes on the subway tile backsplash, from grass green to golden yellow, and even a rich cobalt blue.

How do you feel about the subway tile trend? Are you forever white, or do you prefer color?

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