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Black Subway Tile

Timeless, sophisticated, and contemporary: qualities that set apart Apollo Tile’s black subway tile collection. Designed for residential, commercial, and hospitality settings, these versatile 3x6, 3x12, and 4x12 tile options bring depth, character, and splendor indoors and outdoors. Create a striking focal point with a dramatic fireplace surround, add refined detail to bathroom walls, or introduce black tile as statement flooring in the entryway, living room, or patio. Our curated selection features matte and glossy ceramic, glass, and marble, perfect for setting the stage for awe-inspiring interiors!

Timeless, sophisticated, and contemporary: qualities that set apart Apollo Tile’s black subway tile collection. Designed for residential, commercial, and hospitality settings, these versatile 3x6, 3x12, and 4x12 tile options bring depth, character, and splendor indoors and outdoors. Create a striking focal point with a dramatic fireplace surround, add refined detail to bathroom walls, or introduce black tile as statement flooring in the entryway, living room, or patio. Our curated selection features matte and glossy ceramic, glass, and marble, perfect for setting the stage for awe-inspiring interiors!

Timeless, sophisticated, and contemporary: qualities that set apart Apollo Tile’s black subway tile collection. Designed for residential, commercial, and hospitality settings, these versatile 3x6, 3x12, and 4x12 tile options bring depth, character, and splendor indoors and outdoors. Create a striking focal point with a dramatic fireplace surround, add refined detail to bathroom walls, or introduce black tile as statement flooring in the entryway, living room, or patio. Our curated selection features matte and glossy ceramic, glass, and marble, perfect for setting the stage for awe-inspiring interiors!

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Black Subway Tile – Classic Appeal for Modern Spaces

Apollo Tile’s black subway tile collection is the perfect meld of simplistic elegance and bold modernity - qualities you’ll see in almost all decor themes: classic, contemporary, transitional, and everything in between. Jazz up your kitchen or bathroom with a dark, glossy look, and create your dream living room without any fuss! Subway tile has been a coveted choice since time immemorial, favored for its enduring allure and adaptability to residential, commercial, and hospitality projects. Our selection is no different, and in regal black, these beauties bring a distinctive edge that makes ordinary spaces stand tall.

Black Subway Tile – Classic Appeal for Modern Spaces

Apollo Tile’s black subway tile collection is the perfect meld of simplistic elegance and bold modernity - qualities you’ll see in almost all decor themes: classic, contemporary, transitional, and everything in between. Jazz up your kitchen or bathroom with a dark, glossy look, and create your dream living room without any fuss! Subway tile has been a coveted choice since time immemorial, favored for its enduring allure and adaptability to residential, commercial, and hospitality projects. Our selection is no different, and in regal black, these beauties bring a distinctive edge that makes ordinary spaces stand tall.

Glossy and matte black subway tile delivers amazing aesthetic and practical qualities you’ll appreciate:

  • Varied Material Options: Here, you’ll find black subway tile backsplash and flooring options in glass and marble, as well as ceramic that mimics the look of Moroccan Zellige. These handmade-look ceramics lend a distinctive feel with their uneven edges, gentle ripple texture, and glossy glaze that catches the light.
  • Finishes for Every Room: Choose from glossy, polished, matte, and honed finishes. Glossy and polished black subway tile reflects light, making small rooms feel open, airy, and bright. Honed and matte black subway tile imparts understated appeal, and those rated for floors provide extra grip underfoot.
  • Various Sizes & Patterns: Choose between 2x8, 3x6, 3x12, 4x12, and 4x16 tile. Black subway tile can be arranged in different patterns depending on the desired visual effect, including brick, herringbone, basketweave, and horizontal or vertical straight stack.
  • Indoor & Outdoor Use: Glass and Zellige subway tiles in this collection are rated for vertical surfaces in residential and commercial settings. Marble options can be used as indoor, patio, and garden tile, except for the swimming pool. Endless creative possibilities mean turning your design vision into reality has never been this easy!
  • Enhanced Durability: Black subway tile is durable, resistant to moisture, stains, and scratches, with outdoor marble options able to handle the elements without fading, cracking, or marking.
  • Easy Maintenance: Tile is generally easy to clean and maintain. Still, proper care goes a long way to keep tilework pristine for years. To clean floor tile, sweep or vacuum regularly and follow with a damp mop and mild pH-neutral solution. A black subway tile kitchen and bathroom backsplash can be wiped clean with a soft, damp cloth and mild cleaner.

Uses of Glossy & Matte Black Subway Tile Floor & Décor

Black tiles offer a regal and dramatic alternative to classic whites and neutrals, bringing plenty of depth and visual weight to spaces big and small, indoor and outdoor. The allure of a black subway tile kitchen is unmatched, with Zellige-inspired designs like Black 2.5x8 Glossy Matte Subway Ceramic Tile pairing wonderfully with cabinets in crisp white for a striking contrast, light wood for an enriching atmosphere, or black for an enveloping, monochromatic scheme.

A black subway tile bathroom can complement nearly all styles of interior design, depending on the room’s other elements. Designs like Black 4x16 Glossy Subway Glass Tilelook glam as a wall accent or around the bathtub. The glossy finish reflects and bounces light across the room, creating a radiant glow that brightens.

In living areas, glossy and matte black subway tile can go in the foyer, living room, dining room, hallway, and more. We love the look of Black 3x6 Matte Glass Subway Tile set in a herringbone pattern to stretch out the room and create interesting movement and repetition.

Our collection features marble, which serves as a resilient outdoor tile that brings flair to patios and gardens. This means it’s possible to extend the comforts on the inside outside through a seamless indoor/outdoor transition.

Black subway tile isn’t just limited to private residences. These wall and flooring tiles have a place in corporate, commercial, and hospitality projects. Think restaurants, hotels, spas, boutiques, salons, and offices.

Discover Black Subway Tile at Apollo Tile. Shop Online Now!

Every project begins with quality material. At Apollo Tile, our offerings combine timeless style with long-lasting practicality to create residential and commercial spaces that stand the test of time. From black subway tile to other sought-after series like white subway tile and blue subway tile, you’ll find the perfect match for your taste and lifestyle as you browse our varied collections.

To achieve success in any tiling project, we’ve created a Trade Program for interior designers, architects, contractors, and other industry professionals, offering personalized customer care and discounted prices. Sign up today with your business details and enjoy member-only perks, including 10% off on all orders every time you shop online with us. Contact 415-316-0898 or email info@apollotile.com for any questions you may have.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Does black subway tile backsplash hide stains better?

Matte kitchen black subway tile tends to conceal stains better, while a glossy finish can make water spots and fingerprints more noticeable. In any case, regular wiping is necessary to maintain the backsplash’s appearance.

2. How much does black subway tile cost per sq ft?

On average, black subway tiles can range between $2 and $15 per square foot, depending on quality and material. Premium glass and marble subway tiles can cost even more.

3. How much does black subway tile cost to install professionally?

Professional tile labor costs can fall anywhere between $7 to $25 per square foot, on average. The exact price will depend on the specific project and is influenced by tile type, area of use, and design layout.

4. What subway layout pattern is in style in 2026?

Modern layouts, such as vertical stack and horizontal stack, are favored for style and practical benefits. These patterns can influence the perception of space by making walls feel taller or wider and rooms open and airy.

5. What color cabinets are best suited for a black subway tile kitchen?

Black complements crisp, cream, and off-whites; neutrals like beige, greige, and brown; and equally darker hues like charcoal gray, navy blue, and forest green. Ultimately, tile and cabinetry pairing will depend on how you want your space to look and feel.

6. What color grout goes with black subway tile shower wall?

Go for grout color that closely matches the tile, such as black or darker gray, if you want a seamless finish. For a high-contrast look, black subway tile and black grout will do. Read our comprehensive guide on how to choose grout color for better understanding.

7. Is a black subway tile bathroom easy to clean and maintain?

Tiles are generally easy to clean using a solution of warm water and mild detergent. However, marble is porous and requires sealing to maintain its quality and appearance. But with proper care, your tilework can last for decades.