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The Ilba Zagara Deco Light 2x2 Mosaic Porcelain Tile offers a decorative mosaic pattern and durable porcelain construction. Perfect for adding visu...
View full detailsThe Ilba Zagara Deco Mid 2x2 Mosaic Porcelain Mosaic Tile brings a modern touch to your space with its intricate mosaic design and rich mid-tone co...
View full detailsThe Journey Cumbria 2x2 Mosaic Porcelain Tile brings a touch of elegance to any space. Its durable porcelain construction is perfect for both resid...
View full detailsThe Journey Lomond 2x2 Mosaic Porcelain Tile offers versatility and style for any project. Its porcelain build ensures long-lasting performance and...
View full detailsThe Journey Otta 2x2 Mosaic Porcelain Tile offers versatility and style for any design. Its durable porcelain construction makes it ideal for both ...
View full detailsThe Journey Sarek 2x2 Mosaic Porcelain Tile is perfect for feature walls or decorative borders. Its robust porcelain body ensures lasting beauty in...
View full detailsThe Limestone Belgian Black 2x2 Mosaic Porcelain Tile offers a bold, contemporary look with its deep black color and versatile mosaic format. Ideal...
View full detailsThe Limestone French Beige 2x2 Mosaic Matte Porcelain Tile offers a soft beige tone and a classic mosaic design. Its durable porcelain body is idea...
View full detailsThe Limestone Italian White 2x2 Mosaic Matte Porcelain Tile features a crisp white color and a versatile mosaic format. Its durable porcelain const...
View full detailsThe More Avorio 2x2 Mosaic Matte Porcelain Tile offers a refined look and versatile design, ideal for backsplashes or feature walls. Its durable po...
View full detailsThe More Bianco 2x2 Mosaic Porcelain Tile features a crisp white color and a durable mosaic format, perfect for backsplashes, showers, or decorativ...
View full detailsThe More Grigio 2x2 Mosaic Matte Porcelain Tile features a classic gray tone and durable porcelain body, ideal for accent walls or floors. Its mosa...
View full detailsThe More Perla 2x2 Mosaic Porcelain Tile offers a soft pearl tone and a durable mosaic design, making it perfect for stylish backsplashes and decor...
View full detailsThe More Tortora 2x2 Mosaic Matte Porcelain Tile brings a contemporary touch to any room with its subtle color and durable finish. Perfect for back...
View full detailsThe Venetian Fog 2x2 Mosaic Matte Porcelain Tile features a gentle, neutral tone and a durable finish, ideal for accent walls or decorative borders...
View full detailsThe Venetian Rainbow 2x2 Mosaic Matte Porcelain Tile brings playful color and texture to backsplashes or feature walls. Its durable porcelain body ...
View full detailsPietra Coral Natural 3x3 Hexagon Matte Mosaic features a modern hexagon pattern and a natural color, ideal for creative wall or floor installations...
View full detailsThe Pietra Coral Pearl 3x3 hexagon matte mosaic features a refined pearl color and contemporary hexagon pattern, perfect for creating stylish backs...
View full detailsPietra Coral Sand Mosaic features a matte finish and a unique 3x3 hexagon pattern, ideal for creative wall or floor designs. Its durable constructi...
View full detailsPorcelain Mosaics Pinwheel With Light Gray Dot offers a stylish 12x12 square mosaic with a matte finish, ideal for adding a modern touch to any spa...
View full detailsPixie Grigia 6mm glass mosaic tile offers a modern gray palette and a slim 0.24 inch profile, ideal for contemporary backsplashes and accent walls....
View full detailsPixie Metallica 6mm glass mosaic tile features a metallic-inspired finish and a slim 0.24 inch thickness, bringing a contemporary edge to backsplas...
View full detailsPontus Royal Calacatta Gold delivers a refined marble-inspired palette in a rectangular mosaic. Each 10.5 x 11.75 sheet covers 0.86 sq ft, with 10 ...
View full detailsPorcelain Mosaics Antique White 11.45x12.40 Herringbone Porcelain Mosaic Tile offers a classic herringbone pattern in a soft antique white shade. I...
View full detailsThe Complete Guide to Mosaic Tile for Showers
Mosaic tile is any tile with an individual piece surface area of less than approximately 6 square inches, typically mounted on mesh-backed sheets for efficient installation. Mosaics have been used in architecture and art for thousands of years - from ancient Roman baths to modern spa bathrooms.
Mosaic Tile Materials
Glass mosaic tile offers brilliant color, translucency, and a luminous quality that reflects light beautifully. Marble mosaic tile - including white marble varieties like Carrara and Thassos - delivers natural elegance. Porcelain mosaics offer superior durability and water resistance for floors and wet areas. Natural stone mosaics in travertine, limestone, and slate add organic texture. Pebble tile brings a river stone look to shower floors and outdoor spaces.
Popular Mosaic Shapes
Hexagon mosaics deliver a honeycomb pattern that works in both vintage and modern designs. Herringbone mosaics create a V-pattern without the complexity of cutting individual tiles. Penny round mosaics add classic charm and excellent shower floor traction. Diamond mosaics create a dynamic angular pattern. Basketweave, arabesque, and fish scale patterns offer additional design options.
Best Applications
Kitchen backsplashes are the most popular application for mosaic tile - the smaller scale adds detail and the sheets simplify installation on wall surfaces. Shower floors are another natural fit - small mosaic tiles conform to the slope for drainage and provide grip. Bathroom accent walls, shower niches, tub surrounds, and pool waterlines are also common uses.
Mosaic Tile by Color
Our mosaics are available in every color family. White mosaics are timeless and versatile. Blue mosaics suit coastal and pool applications. Black mosaics add drama and sophistication. Gray mosaics offer a modern neutral. Brown mosaics deliver warmth and earthiness. Mixed-color sheets combine complementary tones for visual depth.
Installation Tips
Mosaic sheets install faster than individual tiles but still require care. Use white thinset for glass and light-colored mosaics - gray thinset can show through translucent tiles. Apply thinset to the wall and press sheets firmly, adjusting spacing between sheets to match the spacing within. For shower floors, use epoxy grout for maximum water resistance. Cut sheets with scissors and trim individual tiles with a wet saw or nippers.
What is the best mosaic tile for a backsplash?
Glass mosaic tile is the most popular backsplash choice - it reflects light, is easy to clean, and comes in an enormous range of colors. Marble mosaics add natural elegance. Porcelain mosaics offer the widest style range. The best choice depends on your design style, budget, and how much maintenance you're willing to do (glass and porcelain are lowest-maintenance).
Can mosaic tile be used on floors?
Yes, but choose the right material. Porcelain and natural stone mosaics are best for floors due to their durability. Glass mosaics are generally too fragile for floor use except in light-traffic areas. Small mosaics are ideal for shower floors. For larger floor areas, ensure the tile is rated for floor use and has adequate slip resistance.
How do you grout mosaic tile?
Use unsanded grout for mosaic joints narrower than 1/8" and sanded grout for wider joints. Epoxy grout is ideal for wet areas and glass mosaics - it won't stain or crack. Apply grout at a diagonal to the tile pattern, pressing firmly into joints. Clean excess grout promptly with a damp sponge. Work in small sections to prevent grout from drying before you can clean it.
What size mosaic tile is standard?
The most common mosaic tile sizes are 1x1, 2x2, and 1x2 inches. Penny rounds are typically 3/4" to 1" diameter. Hexagon mosaics range from 1" to 2" across. Mosaic tiles come pre-mounted on 12x12 or 12x13 inch mesh-backed sheets. Some mosaics use larger individual pieces (up to 3x6) in patterned arrangements on sheets.