Subway tiles–replicas of the classic rectangular white ceramic tiles used in the New York City subway–are still popular. But rather than a backsplash with standard two-by-six-inch white tile, Gilmer ...

Danielle DeBoe Harper, the senior creative style manager at Moen, agrees."Subway tiles create that classic, sleek look that is easy to clean, and people have loved them for decades," says Harper.

This kitchen by Studio McGee features standard subway tile with a darker grout. ... the architects infused the stations with 3-by-6-inch glass tile to unify the various mosaics and terra cotta units.

Glass. Price: $7 to $30 and more per square foot What is it? Thin pieces of glass sold individually or as a mosaic, sometimes with other types of tile, on a mesh backing. Best for: Colorful ...

From tired subway tile to fussy mosaics, these once-popular styles no longer make the cut. Tile can be the crown jewel of a kitchen or bath, but only if it’s not stuck in the past. While some ...

The tile itself, while attractive, was difficult to work with and had a tendency to shatter like glass. The FCC billed an extra $18,000 in broken tiles because it felt the problems were due to the ...