Grey Tiles
From cool ash tones to deeper charcoal shades, grey tiles bring balance to bathrooms, kitchens and living areas without competing with the rest of the design. At Cheap Tiles Online, you can browse ceramic, porcelain and stone grey tiles in a mix of formats and finishes, all backed by our price beat guarantee.
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Why do people choose grey tiles?
Grey tiles sit comfortably between warm and cool palettes, making them easy to pair with timber, white cabinetry, natural stone and stronger accent colours. Many people often pick grey when they want a neutral base that still offers depth and movement.
Grey tiles are also practical. They tend to hide everyday marks better than bright or very light tiles, making them well suited to high-use areas. So, whether you’re planning a subtle backdrop or a feature surface with texture, the range of available tones means grey can be as soft or as bold as you want it to be.
Most popular uses & applications of grey tiles
Bathrooms
Grey tiles work particularly well in bathrooms because they create a calm, grounded feel. Light greys brighten the room, while darker tones add contrast around vanities or shower walls. Porcelain grey tiles are a common choice for floors, and textured grey tiles help add depth to feature areas.
Kitchens
Grey splashbacks are popular because they balance both warm and cool benchtop materials. Matte grey tiles suit modern kitchens, while gloss finishes add light above preparation areas. Charcoal shades pair well with timber joinery or lighter stone-look benchtops.
Laundries
In laundries, grey tiles offer a practical surface that hides marks and blends easily with white appliances. Lighter tones help smaller rooms feel open, while mid-greys provide a tidy, structured look.
Feature Walls
Grey feature tiles, especially textured or stone-look options, add interest without overwhelming the space. This makes them ideal for entryways, behind freestanding baths or in living rooms where subtle detail is preferred.
Style & Finish Choices for Grey Tiles
Gloss vs matte
Gloss grey tiles reflect light and can brighten compact areas. Matte grey tiles give a smoother, more understated finish and work well when you want a modern, grounded look.
Textured grey tiles
Textures and patterns add depth and prevent grey tiles from appearing flat. These are often used on feature walls or in bathrooms where variation helps create interest.
Subway, square, large format
Grey tiles come in a broad range of shapes and each has a different effect. For example, subway tiles work well for splashbacks and smaller walls. Square tiles provide structure and suit both modern and traditional layouts, while large-format grey tiles reduce grout lines and give floors and walls a smoother, more continuous appearance.
Light grey vs dark grey tones
Light greys keep rooms bright and make small areas feel more open. Mid-grey tones suit everyday living areas, and deep charcoals add contrast or help ground a light palette.
FAQs about Grey Tiles
Not if you choose the right shade! Light greys keep spaces bright, while textured or patterned grey tiles add dimension to prevent the room from feeling flat.
Yes. Mid-grey and darker grey tiles tend to hide everyday marks more effectively, especially in high-traffic areas.
Porcelain grey floor tiles are commonly used for bathrooms, provided they meet the required slip rating.
Light grey grout blends seamlessly with pale tiles, while charcoal grout works well with darker tones. Matching grout creates a calmer surface; contrast grout defines the tile edges.
Yes. Timber brings warmth that balances the cooler undertones of many grey tiles.
Grey bathroom tiles in a lighter shade with a matte or soft gloss finish can help open up smaller spaces by reflecting light gently without strong glare.
Textured surfaces may collect more soap residue in wet areas but are easy to maintain with regular cleaning.
Yes, provided the tile is rated for its intended use. Ceramic grey tiles are typically used on walls, while porcelain grey tiles may be suitable for both floors and walls.
