In the last few years, subway tile has made a return in a huge way. It was a common look decades ago that lost steam for a while but never truly went out of style and then started trending again recently. It’s not hard to see why: the look is simple, classic, and surprisingly versatile.

Subway tile can be transformed to suit a variety of styles and looks great in both kitchens and bathrooms. It looks upscale and it often used in luxury homes, but it is actually very affordable which is one of the reasons why it has surged in popularity. Though white subway tile is still the most popular, there are so many more options on the market, allowing you to make a statement with it or suit it to any color palette or style of home.

Here are 10 great examples of the many great ways subway tile can be used to bring elegance and style to a space.

This accent wall uses subway tile with a marble finish to create an elegant statement.
Source: House & Home

Choosing a dark grout is a simple way to make white subway pop with a modern flair.
Source: Chatelaine

Want something different? Lay your subway in a herringbone pattern for a simple but eye-catching effect.
Source: HGTV

A tile with a warm sheen will create a beautiful effect in a rustic-inspired space.
Source: Better Homes & Gardens

Black subway tile looks bold but sophisticated, especially when paired with white.
Source: Lonny

All white subway tile makes this small bathroom feel larger by reflecting light.
Source: Style at Home

If you want to include a small accent, consider doing the herringbone pattern in an inset above the stove.
Source: Better Homes & Gardens

Glass subway tile in a blue or turquoise will give your kitchen or bathroom a coastal appeal.
Source: Better Homes & Gardens

Creamy subway tiles bring a warmth and sophistication to the white kitchen cabinets.
Source: Style at Home

A metallic look on the tile brings a contemporary edge to this otherwise traditional kitchen.
Source: Home Bunch

What’s to love about subway tile?

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Megan