Pictured: Chanelle Sapphire Blue 3x12 Ceramic Tile
Research suggests that blue is the most preferred color worldwide, making it a popular choice for walls, floors, decor, and more. Installing blue tile can be a fun way to incorporate this much-loved color into your interior design!
However, if blue’s not your color, our Tile Color Highlight posts on blush pink and green may be better options for you!
We also have a fun seasonal color palette series to check out:
- Tile Color Highlight: Shades of Winter
- Tile Color Highlight: Shades of Spring
- Tile Color Highlight: Shades of Summer
- Tile Color Highlight: Shades of Autumn
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Psychology of the Color Blue
Pictured: Aquatic Onyx Blue Hexagon Glass Mosaic Tile, a gorgeous choice for kitchen and bathroom backsplashes, accent walls, showers, and pools
Blue usually reminds people of the sky and water. It can be soothing and calming, and people tend to associate it with dependability and trust, which is why it’s frequently used in companies’ logos and other forms of branding.
The color blue may foster creativity and productivity, so it’s frequently used in both residential and commercial office spaces. It can increase sales in retail stores and promote relaxation in medical settings.
Blue is often described as secure, tranquil, peaceful, orderly, stable, and reliable. However, it’s also associated with sadness (“feeling blue”) and loneliness.
Different shades of blue have different psychological effects. For example, light blue can help people focus on details, while dark blue can enhance decision-making and problem-solving skills.
If you love color psychology, be sure to check out our blog post on the topic! We’ll help you choose the ideal tile color for your space based on the feelings you want to evoke with your interior design.
Using Blue in Interior Design
Pictured: Heritage Luxe Azure Glossy 32x71 Porcelain Tile, which imitates the look of natural stone tile and is especially striking when used on both walls and floors, creating a truly elegant, upscale aesthetic
Blue is a great choice for bedrooms, bathrooms, and living rooms because of its ability to create a soothing, relaxing atmosphere–but it can be a welcome addition to any space.
You can evoke a spa-like ambience in your bathroom or bedroom by adding blue to the interior design or promote creativity in your office by painting the walls blue or choosing blue accents.
Blue is a versatile color that comes in many different shades, from pale blue to vibrant sapphire and deep navy blue. Blue is often seen as a staple since it’s one of the three primary colors, and you can create a wide variety of looks and color palettes with it.
Blue goes well with nearly all other colors, or you can put together a monochromatic palette with varying shades of blue. It contrasts beautifully with white, complements gold and silver, and can serve as a pop of color against neutrals or as a neutral alongside brighter colors.
Pictured: St. Lucia Azul 5x5 Ceramic Tile, ideal for those who want to add a pop of color and Mediterranean feel to their homes
You can choose blue floors, walls, furniture, or decor to build your desired look. A blue tile floor or accent wall can be a lovely addition to any space, and a blue kitchen or bathroom backsplash can add a sense of serenity to the room.
Blue tile is available in a variety of materials. You’ll typically find the brightest blues in glass, ceramic, or porcelain tiles, with more naturally occurring, subdued shades of blue in natural stone tile.
Aside from flooring, accent walls, and backsplashes, below are a few more ideas for interior design projects with blue tile:
You can also upcycle your leftover tiles for a variety of fun and functional DIY crafts!
Our Favorite Blue Tiles
We’ve included some of our favorite blue tile options throughout this post, but here are a few more!
This is the Zellige Midnight Blue 2x16 Glossy Ceramic Tile. The Zellige collection was inspired by ancient Moroccan tiles. It features a long rectangular format for a new take on traditional subway tile, with irregular edges and a glossy finish. The Zellige tiles are also available in White, Light Gray, Dark Gray, and Emerald Green.
Meant for wall use only, each tile contains varying shades of blue for a unique, handmade look. We love the contrast between the blue wall tile and light-colored flooring, cabinets, and light fixtures.
Next up, we have the absolutely stunning Chanelle Scuba Blue 3x12 Ceramic Tile. If you want to create a truly spa-like environment in your home, then this just might be the perfect choice! It’s truly the star of the show, so the rest of your interior design choices can be simple and understated.
The Chanelle collection was inspired by the movement of water, and paired with this light blue shade, that’s exactly what this wall tile evokes. It can create a beautifully peaceful, serene, and calming oasis in any room in your home, but it looks especially lovely in bathrooms.
This tile is suitable for wall applications and comes in several other colors: Pink, White, Peacock Green, Burgundy, Lavender Shimmer, Lava Smoke, Nimbus Cloud, Brilliant White, Emerald Green, and Sapphire Blue–so if you love the look of this glossy tile but aren’t a huge fan of the Scuba Blue shade, you’ve got plenty of other great options.
Our final pick for this blog post is the Venice Azul Picket 2x10 Ceramic Tile. The Venice collection is described as “a collection with its own personality,” featuring wall tiles with trendy, contemporary colors and geometric shapes.
It’s easy to create contrast with this rich, saturated blue tile. As you can see in the photo, white accents and light wood create a perfect pairing against the deep blue wall tile.
Picket tile offers a fresh, fun take on subway tile with its unique elongated hexagon shape. You can find this particular tile option in a few more colors as well, including Acero (steel), Blanco (white), Black, Gris (dark gray), and Verde (green).
Find Tile in Your Favorite Color at Tilezz.com!
Whether you’re a fan of blue or prefer another color, you can find the tile you’re looking for at Tilezz.com! We make it easy to shop for tile online with quick delivery, insured shipments, and easy returns within 60 days of your purchase.
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