Metro Kitchen Tiles

This category offers metro and subway brick wall tiles for kitchen splashbacks and feature walls, in a wide range of colours and finishes.

Their classic rectangular shape and easy-to-clean glazed surface suit both modern and traditional kitchens. Browse our wider kitchen tiles range for more options.

Choosing Colours and Finishes

Classic whites and neutrals, such as Fulham White Bevel Brick Gloss Tiles and Apennine White Bevel Brick Carrara Effect Tiles, suit bright, timeless kitchens.

For something bolder, Liso Verde Green, Liso Azul Blue, Liso Marine Blue, Liso Yellow and Liso Dark Grey Gloss Brick Tiles bring colour to modern splashbacks.

Finish matters too. Gloss tiles, such as Liso White Gloss Brick Tiles, reflect light and feel fresh, while matt options like Metro White Matt Brick Tiles give a softer, more understated look.

• Use a contrasting grout to highlight the brick pattern
• Pair bold colours with simple white or grey cabinetry
• Create an accent wall with one bold colour against neutral tiles elsewhere

Explore the full range in our metro tiles category.

Layout Patterns and Feature Walls

A classic brick-bond layout gives a traditional splashback look, while vertical stacking creates a cleaner, more contemporary feel.

For a standout feature, herringbone or chevron layouts work well behind a cooker or sink, particularly with Grey Metro Brick Tiles or bold colours like Liso Dark Grey or Liso Marine Blue.

• Full-height hob wall in herringbone for a striking focal point
• Half-height splashback in brick-bond for a classic look
• Vertical stacking to wrap around windows or alcoves

For more layout inspiration, see our feature wall tile ideas article.

Practical Considerations

Glazed ceramic metro tiles are durable and easy to wipe clean, protecting kitchen walls from cooking splashes far better than paint or wallpaper.

Grout colour affects both the look and the cleaning routine: light grout gives subtle joints, while dark grout hides marks and highlights the brick pattern.

These tiles are mainly designed for walls and splashbacks, rather than kitchen floors.

• Seal grout where recommended to reduce staining
• Wipe tiles regularly to keep the glaze looking sharp
• Choose grout colour based on how much pattern definition you want

See our metro wall tiles for the full selection.

Compare Metro Kitchen Tiles

This table compares three popular metro tile choices by finish, colour and best kitchen use.