Try A Fresher Alternative To Dated And Overdone Navy Blue Tiles

There are several tried and true tile trends and styles HGTV stars love, but across the board, the general consensus is that navy blue tiles are (unfortunately) out of date and are overdone. While this fashionable trend has been seen in houses since the late 20th and early 21st centuries, it's now considered a bit too predictable and lacking in contemporary flair. For a fresher alternative to dated and overdone navy blue tiles, use different shades of blue tile or paint for your project, use navy blue tiles with other blues for an ombre effect, or utilize navy blue throughout your home in different ways, like with home décor.

Eliminating navy blue tiles from your project doesn't have to be stressful. We've got some alternative ideas to help provide inspiration to make your design both stylish and current. Before you say "bye-bye" for good, consider how you can incorporate navy blue in more subtle, updated ways in your home, rather than a full-tile application.

You can still use blue in your home without using dated and overdone navy tiles. Choosing a lighter shade of blue for paint or tiles — like baby blue, sky blue, or turquoise — adds sophistication, softness, and a cheerful, calming feeling to your room, without feeling like you're stuck in decades past. For a fresh take on blue tiles, try using a dark shade of teal to invoke the same feeling of serenity with a modern twist. Here, you can decorate with natural textures like woven baskets, linen fabrics, and potted plants to complement the calming ambiance.

If you have a large wall or room you are tiling, consider using an ombre effect with multiple shades of blue. This is a way to still incorporate navy blue tiles, while bringing a fresh and unique visual dynamic to the space and adding depth and interest. To further modernize the look, opt for matte finishes instead of glossy ones, and incorporate metallic accents like brass or copper to add a touch of luxury.

We hold no judgment — navy blue is a spectacular color that matches a wide range of décor. If you are considering incorporating navy blue into your home and want to avoid the overdone navy tile trend, you still have some options. First, there are many creative ways to incorporate blue into your home décor: think furniture, vases, area rugs, picture frames, and throw pillows, where navy blue can be the star.

If you want to add a pop of navy to your bathroom design, you can choose navy cabinetry against a white or light-colored wall, such as cream, gray, or even a pale blush. This puts the navy color at the center of the focus, without making your room look like a cookie-cutter version of other bathrooms. Or, if you have a larger bathroom, you can paint one wall navy blue to use as an accent wall, creating a striking focal point and a way to break up the rest of the room.

If you want to make a statement and tell everyone you love navy blue, you can use it on your home's exterior. Give your home a new paint job with a coat of navy blue exterior paint, accenting with white or egg-shell trim or a stone facade to add a modern look. If you want a less expensive exterior project, upgrade your front door to a navy blue one. This creates a unique curb appeal experience without breaking the bank.