Tiling has been a home decor staple for longer than many of us realise, with its presence in stylish homes remaining as prominent as ever. 

Examples of decorative tiling come from as early as the Egyptian era, but, thanks to mass production with machines from the time, became incredibly popular in Victorian homes. 

If you’re wondering how to incorporate the use of tiles into your Victorian home, whether it is utilising original features or adding something contemporary, we’re taking a look at the best tiling trends in 2024 – perfect for home decor fans everywhere. 

Where did Victorians showcase tiling in their homes?

If you’re looking to keep your home authentic to the period, Victorian-style tiled floors are the best place to start. In more recent years, bathrooms and kitchens are more likely to have tiled floors but Victorians made a statement by tiling their hallways too. They even used the tiles to create messages on their floors, acting as a more sophisticated version of a ‘welcome’ matt.  

Speaking of statements, if you’re looking for some more inspiration Victorians would also add decorative ceramic tiles to their walls and around their fireplaces. 

Tiling trends in 2024

Dopamine decor 

When we think of the Victorian era and interior design, we think of rich, dark colours like brown, burgundy and navy. You can get tiling in those colours for a more traditional aesthetic, but Victorians didn’t completely shy away from more exciting colour palettes. 

Colour can impact our moods for better or worse, so, in 2024, trends are favouring vibrant and bright colours to boost your mood or calming colours to bring homeowners a sense of peace. You can achieve this with your choice of paint and tiling too. 

These are a few possible tile colours to help with your mood:

• Green – Victorians had a preference for emerald and mint shades but a full spectrum of greens can work for your home. This will evoke feelings of tranquillity and renewal.
• Pink – Incorporating this into your home should create a feeling of hopefulness. Blush tones were a fan favourite in the late 1800s and early 1900s as Victorians loved pastel shades.
• Purple – As Victorians enjoyed dark and pastel shades, this is a perfect pick for your tiles. Purple is seen as a calming colour, ideal for creative environments, plus it is bang on trend.  
• Gold – The colour of success, gold always adds a touch of luxury, which is why the Victorians adored it. Metallic tiling is also trending so this choice is a win-win. 
• Blue – Yes, Victorians did tend to favour darker blues but any shade can work in a modern home, looking blissful in tile form. For a feeling of serenity and relaxation, blue is for you.  

Modern geometrics

In the first half of the Victorian era, black and white was all the rage when it came to tiling. This typically came in the form of geometric patterns like stripes, chequers, and diamonds. 

Good news for those who have existing geometric tiling in their Victorian home as this is trending again. 

For those wanting to add this to their property, you can purchase tiles with the pattern on them or create the pattern with alternating black and white tiles. The classic chequerboard tile look can work on the walls and as flooring for that authentic, Victorian look. 

Stone cold

Stone features weren’t uncommon in Victorian properties, but stone tiling is definitely more of a contemporary choice, making it a stylish option to update your space. 

From granite and onyx to quartzite and oh-so-chic marble, stone tiles look elegant in a kitchen or bathroom, but they’re a practical choice too. Not only do stone tiles come in a range of colours but they’re durable and easy to clean too. 

Textured tiles

A trend that everyone can enjoy, textured tiles have taken over 2024. Mosaic tiles remain as popular today as they were in the Victorian era but there are other ways to add this trend into your home. 

You can combine trends and pick out some polished stone tiles or go for something more unique like carving effect tiling. Textured tiles can be used as statement pieces or to create a more natural look within a space. 

Floral favourites

Floral tiling seems to have a resurgence every few years, with new iterations popping up to break the mould. There is a reason for this: they look beautiful, whether you pick out a classic, elegant look or go for something more fun and trendy. 

Victorians adored floral motifs, especially when it came to the tiles they picked out. If you have original floral tiles from that period, we’d recommend keeping them or, if you’re changing up your interior, you can move them into your garden space, placing them on exterior walls. 

Insuring your newly tiled Victorian home

When you have put so much time and effort into your home, you’ll want the right insurance for it. At Adrian Flux, we know how important this is, which is why we’ll use our expertise to help you find effective household insurance for your Victorian property. 
Call 0800 369 8590 for a quote or book a callback at a time that works for you.