3x12 Subway Tile
Explore Apollo Tile’s 3x12 subway tile collection, featuring bright colors and elongated shapes. Perfect for interior wall applications, these visually appealing and durable rectangle tiles blend timeless sophistication with modern flair. They work wonderfully as kitchen wall tile, adding decorative panache to the backsplash and pairing well with cabinets and countertops of all styles. As a bathroom tile, 3x12 glass subways will adorn shower walls or bathtub surrounds with lasting splendor, ensuring that your space looks and feels its best!
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3x12 Subway Tile Merges Classic and Modern Character
Shop Apollo Tile’s 3x12 subway tile collection…a stunning array of wall tiles that captivate with bold hues, elongated shapes, and a lustrous glossy finish. Designed for both residential and commercial spaces, these versatile glass tile options offer endless possibilities for enhancing your space with distinctive flair. Whether you desire an intriguing herringbone pattern, modern straight stack, or running bond layout for a classic look, our curated subway tile range promises timeless beauty and enduring quality!
3x12 Subway Tile Merges Classic and Modern Character
Shop Apollo Tile’s 3x12 subway tile collection…a stunning array of wall tiles that captivate with bold hues, elongated shapes, and a lustrous glossy finish. Designed for both residential and commercial spaces, these versatile glass tile options offer endless possibilities for enhancing your space with distinctive flair. Whether you desire an intriguing herringbone pattern, modern straight stack, or running bond layout for a classic look, our curated subway tile range promises timeless beauty and enduring quality!
Why Choose 3x12 Subway Tile for Your Project
Subway tiles have been a staple since the 1900s, revered for their simplicity, stain resistance, and easy cleaning. Today, longer shapes in punchy colorways add a fresher feel to the tried-and-true standard. Our collection of 3x12 tiles goes beyond utilitarian roots to become an excellent choice for memorable kitchen backsplashes, fireplace surrounds, bathroom walls, and more.
At home with both traditional and contemporary settings, glass subways are the perfect canvas to craft interiors that reflect your personal taste. The sleeker and sophisticated appeal of 3x12 subway tile transcends mere design trends, ensuring that any aesthetic you dream up remains relevant even as your styling preferences change. Here’s why these decorative wall accents should be part of your décor scheme:
- Timeless and adaptable: These brick-like, rectangle tiles offer a clean, streamlined look that never goes out of style. Designs like Apollo Tile Antique Mirror Glossy Beveled Glass Subway Tile – 3 x 12 in finds its place in different areas of the home, from chic kitchen walls to exquisite shower surrounds. They can be arranged in various patterns to accentuate the height and width of the room—and pair well with other tiling materials for a bold contrast.
- Perfect for diverse design themes: For one thing, subway tiles work with any interior style. Whether a grand entryway, country kitchen, or coastal-inspired bathroom, these unassuming glass rectangles provide the perfect foundation. Order samples online of your favorite tiles and see for yourself: 3 x 12 subway tile is classic, flexible, and on-trend.
- Durable and low-maintenance: Our 3x12 tiles are crafted from remarkably durable and long-lasting glass. They are ideal for interior wall applications only and can withstand the moisture and humidity present in bathrooms and kitchens. Glass tiles are also resistant to stains and have a smooth surface that’s easy to clean.
Creating New Looks with 3 x 12 Subway Tile Patterns
How can something so iconic, simple, and utilitarian be innovative and catchy? The secret lies in tile orientation. The sizes are longer and leaner, sure to create a visual moment in any space they inhabit. A 3x12 subway tile backsplash or statement wall can be set in interesting patterns to transform mundane areas into oh-so-inspiring designs:
1. Offset pattern: Sometimes referred to as a brick pattern, subway tile rendered in this classic, staggered layout is offset and centered in the middle of the tile above and below it. Opt for 3x12 white subway tile with contrasting black grout to make each glass piece stand out.
2. Herringbone pattern: This elegant V-shaped design delivers a stair-step appearance. This way of laying 3 x 12 subway tile adds a sense of movement by drawing the eye up, down, and around the perimeter of the tiled area.
3. Vertical/horizontal stack pattern: Simplicity is a tenet of modern interiors, and the stack pattern is a testament to that. This layout brings an orderly and structured look to tilework, making it an ideal fit for busy kitchens. Vertically stacked 3x12 subway tile backsplash gives an impression of taller walls and a high ceiling. Horizontally, they widen narrow walls and give extra depth to the room.
4. Double basketweave pattern: For something intricate, lay 3x12 subway tile in a basketweave pattern. Pairs of rectangular tiles are alternated horizontally and vertically in a way that creates the appearance of a woven basket, adding a touch of old-world charm to transitional spaces.
Interior Applications of 3 x 12 Subway Tile
- 3x12 subway kitchen tile: Add a touch of modern elegance with 3x12 subway tile backsplash. Carnelian 3 in. x 12 in. Glossy Sea Blue Glass Subway Wall and Floor Tile will impart a jaw-dropping splash to muted settings. Its abstract pattern and shades of blue work well with white, navy blue, and wooden kitchen cabinets.
- 3x12 subway bathroom tile: You can bring new life to your bath space with a luxurious 3x12 subway tile shower, backsplash, or bathtub surround. For a rejuvenating spa-like ambiance, go for oceanic hues like our Blizzard Blue 3-in. x 12-in. Matte Finished Glass Subway Floor and Wall Tile
- 3x12 tile for living areas: From entryways to living rooms, elongated 3x12 subway tile can up the style ante of your décor scheme. We love Glister 3 in. x 12 in. Polished Clear Silver Glass Subway Wall Tile as an accent wall or to tile the fireplace surround. Its mirror finish creates a feeling of space and openness in small areas like the hallway.
Shop Online 3x12 subway tile with Apollo Tile
Have a new design project on the horizon? Shop with Apollo Tile quality 3x12 tiles to add lasting flair and durability to your space. We have different styles to explore, from crisp white and vivid hues to textured and mirrored finishes. If you’re stressed about which wall tile will work best for your space, feel free to contact our customer service team. We’d love to help you see your décor dreams become a reality, and we’re always on hand to assist with your tile selection!
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is 3x12 tile the only size available with subway tiles?
Besides 3x12 subway tile, Apollo Tile carries other sizes, including 2x8, 3x6, 3x12, 4x12, and 4x16 inches. Note that the sizes mentioned are available in ceramic tile.
2. Can you install subway tiles in the shower?
Definitely! In fact, 3x12 subway tile shower designs are a trendy choice that can turn your bathroom into a relaxing retreat. This collection is ideal for shower walls, not floors.
3. What is the most popular pattern to install a 3x12 white subway tile?
Most homeowners still prefer the running bond pattern that subway tile is known for. It’s a classic and timeless choice that’s cohesive with many décor themes.
4. Which color grout should be used with a 3x12 subway tile backsplash?
If you want grout lines to fade to the background, then opt for grout color that closely matches the tiles. To highlight the lines and contours of the tile, a contrasting grout is the way to go.
5. What color options are available with Apollo Tile’s 3x12 subway tile collection?
We have tiles with a mirror finish and those in different shades of blue. We also carry neutral colors, including white and gray.
6. How do I clean and maintain a 3x12 subway tile backsplash?
A glass tile backsplash can be wiped down with a soft cloth dampened in a solution of warm water and a mild cleaner. Avoid harsh cleaning chemicals as they can dull and damage the glaze on the tile surface.