Brown Tile Recommendations Inspired by the Pantone Color of the Year


Brown Tile Recommendations Inspired by the Pantone Color of the Year

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Each year, the Pantone Color Institute chooses a Color of the Year, which is intended to reflect the current global mood. The Color of the Year for 2025 is Mocha Mousse, a rich, warm brown shade reminiscent of coffee and chocolate. In this blog post, we’ll introduce several tile recommendations inspired by Mocha Mousse.

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Interior Design Characteristics Embodied by Mocha Mousse

Pantone’s 2025 Color of the Year, Mocha Mousse, can be described as:

      Comforting

      Indulgent

      Luxurious

      Elegant

      Warm

      Harmonious

      Approachable

According to color psychology, the color brown is typically associated with comfort, warmth, stability, security, and wisdom. It can also represent the earth and maturity. Selecting tile in this color can bring these characteristics into your home’s interior design.

Mocha Mousse-Inspired Product Recommendations

Below, we’ve curated six brown tiles that exemplify the traits of Mocha Mousse, including a few more elegant selections, as well as some rustic and minimalistic options.

An Eye-Catching Copper Mosaic

Kaleido Copper Mirror 10.4x11.2 Porcelain Tile

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This tile from the Kaleido collection features a stunning copper mosaic with plenty of texture, artistry, and depth. Intended for use on walls, this porcelain tile would be perfect for a kitchen or bathroom backsplash.

Not only does this Kaleido Copper Mirror tile match the Color of the Year, but it also fits the top tile trend of 2025: textured tile. Textured tile has a sense of movement and vitality that can make any space seem more vibrant. This product rec also fits into other trending tile categories, including warm earth tones and slim geometric tile.

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A Simple Wood-Look Vinyl Tile

Aspen Mocha 9x60 Luxury Vinyl Plank

Shop The Look: Aspen Mocha 9x60 Luxury Vinyl Plank

Next, we have a gorgeous wood-look luxury vinyl tile from the Aspen collection. This collection uses cutting-edge innovation to mimic the natural charm of wood, enabling you to transform your home into a space with the warmth and comfort of a mountain hideaway.

Opting for wood-look vinyl rather than genuine hardwood enables you to get the same overall look at a lower price. The Aspen collection offers unmatched strength and durability thanks to its TriCore™ Technology and is made from premium stone polymer composite (SPC) with a wood-look finish. Its matte finish is embossed for a realistic feel, and it’s suitable for both residential and commercial projects.

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A Striking Textured Glass Tile

Lumirra Foglio di Rame 10x30 Tile

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Our next pick inspired by Mocha Mousse is this Foglio di Rame tile from the Lumirra collection, perfect for those who love upscale details. This tile is made from a striking blend of glass laminated with copper and gold leaf for a truly unique look that adds unparalleled visual interest to any space. Its radiant shine pairs beautifully with marble and stone (or marble- and stone-look porcelain).

Love tiles with a sense of opulence? Check out this blog post featuring other glamorous tile options.

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A Traditional, Earthy Porcelain Tile

Verdure Terra 3x6 Ceramic Tile

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This Verdure Terra tile is a more down-to-earth pick that reimagines the classic 3x6 ceramic subway tile with rich, glossy color. Traditional and earthy yet modern, this tile would look right at home in your kitchen or used as an accent wall, as in the photo shown here. If you want your interior design to feel warm, comforting, and as indulgent as a warm cup of coffee, then you can’t go wrong with Verdure Terra.

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An Upscale Concrete-Look Tile

Luxe Attraction 12x36 Porcelain Tile

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If luxury is more your style, you’ll likely be a fan of this porcelain tile from the Luxe collection! The Luxe collection softens the industrial appeal of concrete by adding warm tones and a silky texture, completely redefining the idea of contemporary elegance. Tiles from the Luxe collection are designed to function as sophisticated yet subtle backdrops that enhance any room. This concrete-look porcelain tile is meant for wall use only and would work beautifully as an accent wall, backsplash, or shower tile in a spa-inspired bathroom.

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A Minimalistic Wood-Look Porcelain Tile

Havenwood Almond 10.5x64 Porcelain Tile

Shop The Look: Havenwood Almond 10.5x64 Porcelain Tile

Simple, functional, and minimalistic, this Havenwood Almond tile features clean lines and a wood-like appearance with the durability of porcelain. Its neutral tone meshes well with a variety of interior design styles and color schemes. The Havenwood collection is intended to bring harmony and serenity into your home, and it can be used on floors and walls.

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Shop Tile to Suit Any Color Scheme at Tilezz.com

If you love what you saw here, there’s much more to explore at Tilezz.com. We have tiles in a wide range of colors, patterns, shapes, and sizes–there’s truly something for everyone and every preference. Take a look at our full selection here, or visit our blog for more interior design inspiration. You can also follow us on Pinterest!

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