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The Ice Glass 4x12 Glass Tile provides a sleek, elongated format with a cool, translucent finish, ideal for modern backsplashes and feature walls. ...
View full detailsIvory Amber Beveled Subway 2x6 glossy glass mosaic tile features a warm ivory and amber color palette with a beveled edge, adding depth and sophist...
View full detailsApplication notes: Suitable for uncovered exterior floor and wall applications in non-freezing climates only.
Application notes: Suitable for uncovered exterior floor and wall applications in non-freezing climates only.
Kaya Calacatta Lucca 12x24 Matte porcelain tile features a stunning marble look with a soft matte finish, ideal for modern floors and walls. Its du...
View full detailsKaya Calacatta Lucca 12x24 Polished porcelain tile delivers a luxurious marble-inspired look with a high-gloss finish, ideal for sophisticated floo...
View full detailsKaya Calacatta Lucca 24x48 Matte porcelain tile features an expansive marble-inspired design with a contemporary matte finish, ideal for creating s...
View full detailsKaya Calacatta Lucca 24x48 polished porcelain tile brings the luxurious look of Calacatta marble to your floors with a durable, easy-to-maintain su...
View full detailsKaya Calacatta Venato 12x24 matte porcelain tile offers the timeless beauty of Calacatta marble in a durable, easy-to-clean format. Its versatile s...
View full detailsKaya Calacatta Venato 12x24 Polished porcelain tile features a stunning marble look with a glossy polished finish, perfect for creating elegant flo...
View full detailsKaya Calacatta Venato 24x48 matte porcelain tile brings a grand marble look to your floors with its large format and subtle matte finish. Durable a...
View full detailsKaya Calacatta Venato 24x48 polished porcelain tile delivers a luxurious marble look with a high-gloss finish, ideal for modern, sophisticated spac...
View full detailsKaya Carrara Bianco 12x24 Polished porcelain tile delivers the refined beauty of Carrara marble with a glossy polished finish, ideal for elegant fl...
View full detailsKaya Carrara Bianco 24x48 Matte porcelain tile offers a modern, elongated format with a soft matte finish, emulating the elegance of Carrara marble...
View full detailsKaya Carrara Bianco 24x48 Polished porcelain tile delivers a stunning marble look with a glossy finish and expansive format, ideal for luxurious, o...
View full detailsKaya Onda Gray 12x24 Matte porcelain tile offers a contemporary stone look in a versatile rectangular format, perfect for modern floors and walls. ...
View full detailsKaya Onda Gray 12x24 Polished porcelain tile features a refined stone look with a glossy finish, ideal for adding elegance to floors and walls. Its...
View full detailsKaya Onda Gray 24x48 Matte porcelain tile offers a modern, expansive look with its large format and subtle gray tones. Its matte finish and durable...
View full detailsKaya Onda Gray 24x48 Polished porcelain tile delivers a sophisticated, high-gloss finish and a contemporary gray color. Its large format and polish...
View full detailsRectangular Tile for Every Space
Rectangular tile is the foundation of most tile installations. Its elongated shape offers design flexibility that square and specialty shapes cannot match, allowing for dozens of layout patterns and visual effects.
Popular Sizes
Common rectangle tile sizes include 3x6 (subway), 4x12, 4x16, 6x24, 12x24, and 24x48. Smaller rectangles are popular for backsplashes and walls. Mid-size formats like 12x24 are the most common floor tile size. Large-format rectangles (24x48 and beyond) create a seamless, modern look with minimal grout lines.
Layout Patterns
The same rectangular tile can look dramatically different depending on layout. Running bond (offset) is the most common pattern. Stacked bond creates a clean, modern grid. Herringbone and chevron patterns add movement and visual interest. Vertical installation elongates wall height, while horizontal orientation widens a space. Brick-lay with a 1/3 offset offers a more traditional look.
Materials
Porcelain rectangles dominate the floor tile market thanks to superior durability and vast style options including wood-look, marble-look, and stone-look finishes. Ceramic rectangles are ideal for walls and lighter-duty applications. Natural stone rectangles - in marble, travertine, and limestone - offer one-of-a-kind beauty.
What is the most popular rectangular tile size?
The 12x24 inch format is the most popular rectangular tile size for floors. It works in rooms of all sizes, minimizes grout lines, and is available in the widest range of styles. For walls and backsplashes, 3x6 and 4x12 subway formats remain the top choices.
Should rectangular tile be laid horizontally or vertically?
Both orientations work well - it depends on the effect you want. Horizontal installation is standard for floors and makes spaces appear wider. Vertical installation on walls draws the eye upward and makes ceilings feel higher. In showers, vertical stacking is a popular modern trend.
What layout pattern is best for rectangular tile?
Running bond (50% offset) is the most popular and forgiving layout. For a contemporary look, try a stacked bond or 1/3 offset pattern. Herringbone creates the most visual interest but requires more material and careful installation. Choose based on your style preference and the scale of the space.