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This page brings together a wide selection of black wall and floor tiles for bathrooms, kitchens, showers, feature walls, splashbacks and commercial spaces. Styles include polished porcelain, matt porcelain, black marble-effect, sparkly quartz, slate-effect cladding, and metro and subway tiles — covering everything from understated to genuinely dramatic.
Black tiles create a bold, modern look that pairs particularly well with white grout, brushed brass or chrome fittings, and pale cabinetry. For high-traffic floors, durable porcelain and quartz options hold up well in both domestic and commercial settings.
Prices start from around £16–£20 per m² for porcelain, rising to £40+ per m² for premium sparkly quartz designs. If black isn't quite right, you can always compare options when browsing all tile colours across the full range.
Black tiles for bathrooms and showers
Black tiles have become a go-to for hotel-style bathrooms and spa-inspired schemes. Used across shower walls, floor-to-ceiling bathroom walls and wet room floors, they create depth and a level of finish that's hard to achieve with lighter colours.
Popular marble-effect options like Jazz Black, Genova Black, Lexa Black, Black Rose and Rio Black are well suited to statement shower enclosures and feature walls. For those after something more eye-catching, sparkly black quartz tiles add texture and reflect light in a way that plain polished tiles don't.
On bathroom floors and in wet rooms, slip resistance is worth checking carefully. Matt and lightly textured finishes tend to be the safer choice in areas where water pools. Pairing black tiles with white sanitaryware or a light grout colour keeps the scheme from feeling too enclosed.
For more ideas on formats and finishes suited to wet areas, the full bathroom tiles range covers options rated for both walls and floors.
Black tiles for kitchens and restaurants
In kitchens and commercial spaces, black tiles work hard visually and practically. As a splashback or feature wall behind a kitchen hob, black metro and subway tiles — including Black Metro Brick Tiles and Liso Black Gloss Subway Tiles — deliver a classic look that's easy to wipe down and long-lasting.
For open-plan floors in kitchens, restaurants and bars, larger-format black porcelain and quartz tiles are a solid choice. Both materials handle heavy foot traffic well and don't show scuffs the way softer stones might. Explore the full kitchen tiles collection for floor and wall options in a range of formats.
Styling ideas worth considering:
- Black tiles with white cabinets for a high-contrast, contemporary kitchen look.
- Black tiles with dark grey grout for a tonal, texture-led finish.
- Black splashback tiles against wood or walnut-effect cabinetry for warmth and contrast.
- Black and white wall tiles for a graphic, patterned effect in kitchens and dining areas.
Black tiles for walls, floors and cladding
The black tiles range at TilesPorcelain covers wall tiles, floor tiles and porcelain cladding options, so whether you're tiling a shower niche or a full exterior-style feature wall, there's a format to match.
- Black wall tiles: From classic metro designs to marble-effect and plain gloss formats, black wall tiles work well on feature walls, splashbacks and shower enclosures in bathrooms and kitchens.
- Black floor tiles: Porcelain and granite-look black floor tiles in various sizes are suitable for hallways, kitchen floors and commercial spaces where durability matters.
- Black cladding and slate-effect tiles: Ledgestone black porcelain cladding and slate-effect tiles add a textured, dimensional finish to feature walls — indoors or in exterior-style projects where the product is rated for outdoor use.
Black tile materials compared
| Material | Best used for | Main advantages |
|---|---|---|
| Black porcelain tiles | Floors, walls, kitchens, hallways, commercial areas | Hard-wearing, low-maintenance, wide size range available |
| Black sparkly quartz tiles | Feature floors, statement bathroom and shower walls | Reflective finish, luxury look, highly durable surface |
| Black marble-effect porcelain | Bathroom walls, feature walls, living areas | Premium veined look without natural stone upkeep |
| Black slate-effect and cladding tiles | Textured feature walls, exterior-style projects | Dimensional, natural texture — no real slate maintenance required |
Black tile price guide
Prices across the black tiles range vary depending on the material, size and finish. Promotional lines can bring costs down further, so it's worth checking the current range before ordering.
| Price band | Typical tiles | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Budget (£16–£20 per m²) | Selected polished and matt black porcelain tiles | Everyday bathrooms, utility rooms, large-area coverage |
| Mid-range (£20–£30 per m²) | Larger porcelain formats, marble-effect and slate-effect options | Kitchen floors, bathroom walls, commercial spaces |
| Premium (£30–£45+ per m²) | Sparkly quartz and high-end marble-effect designs | Statement bathrooms, feature floors, luxury interiors |
Black tiles FAQs
Q: Are black tiles hard to keep clean?
A: Black tiles show dust, limescale and water spots more readily than lighter colours. Regular wiping with a damp cloth and a streak-free cleaner keeps them looking sharp — and using a dark grout helps reduce visible grime between tiles.
Q: Which black tiles are best for bathroom floors?
A: Look for porcelain tiles with a slip-resistance rating suitable for wet areas. Matt and lightly textured black tiles are generally safer underfoot in wet rooms and shower enclosures than polished or high-gloss finishes.
Q: Will black tiles make my room look smaller?
A: They can absorb light in very small or dark spaces, but good lighting and a light grout colour counter this effectively. In well-lit rooms, large-format black tiles can actually feel quite expansive.
Q: Can I use black tiles in high-traffic areas like kitchens or hallways?
A: Yes — black porcelain and quartz tiles are among the most durable options available and are well suited to busy floors. Check that the tile carries a suitable floor rating before ordering.
Q: What grout colour works best with black tiles?
A: White or light grey grout creates strong contrast and a graphic, defined look. Dark or matching black grout gives a more tonal, minimalist finish where the tiles themselves take centre stage.