The Booming Tile Trend That's Taking Over More Than Just Kitchen Backsplashes

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Are you bored with basic subway tile? You're not alone. Unique and colorful mosaic tiles on everything from your kitchen hood to furniture is a booming trend that's taking over more than just kitchen backsplashes in 2025. Mosaic tiles are typically smaller than both subway and Zellige tiles. Although they are frequently sold in square foot sheets mounted on mesh that makes them easy to install, mosaic designs can be made from either square or irregularly shaped tiles. It's even possible to intersperse them with small found objects. Whether you opt for mosaic tiles made of glass, stone, or metal, with a little creativity you can create fascinating features and focal points in almost every room in your house.

Made of shells, ivory, and stones, the earliest known mosaics are practically as old as history itself. In more modern times, intricate mosaics have been installed everywhere from New York City subway stations, thanks to Squire Vickers, who thought they brought more beauty to everyday life, to Parc Güell in Barcelona, where Antoni Gaudi covered practically every surface he could find. Today, mosaics can be constructed through an assemblage method of intricately placed colored glass pieces, by installing mesh sheets, or by using peel-and-stick options like the bestselling STICKGOO Anti-Mold Self-Adhesive Mixed Mosaic Tiles. No matter which approach you choose, mosaic tiles are a stunning design trend that can elevate your walls and furniture.

Backsplashes and countertops are common places to use mosaic tile in your home. Because they tend to have intricate grout lines thanks to their smaller size, there are safety reasons you should consider mosaic tile for your bathroom floor, too. They are also lighter weight than larger tiles, which makes the mosaic trend ideal for accent walls. If you aren't ready to commit to covering an entire wall, consider doing a thick strip of tile around your room instead of installing a chair rail. Choose bold, glossy, iridescent glass mosaic tiles to make a major statement, or a simple stone, like the Artmore Pebble Mosaic Floor and Wall Tiles from Lowe's, for a more subtle and organic look.

In your kitchen, consider covering your island with mosaic tile to add a cheerful pop of color. You can even cover a kitchen range hood with mosaic tile! Choose a tile that blends with your countertop or even matches your existing backsplash to make your hood practically disappear. Or, opt for mosaic tiles in a bright color or geometric design to create an eye-catching focal point. Do you love the look of trendy mosaic tiles, but worry they could appear dated after a few years? Try them on a piece of furniture instead by covering the seat of an old chair or bench. You could also upgrade a large mirror frame or invest in stylish accent pieces like the highly rated Alpine Corporation Indoor/Outdoor Marbled Glass Mosaic 3-Piece Bistro Set.