How to be creative with square tiles

Date: September 15th, 2023 CTD Tiles
How to be creative with square tiles

Square tiles have seen a recent boom in popularity thanks to their retro-inspired aesthetic. From bathrooms to kitchens, they provide a playful yet chic atmosphere in the home. With the versatility to be styled in a range of ways, square tiles can work across almost any style of décor. To find out more on how to be creative with square tiles in your own home, read on to discover our top styling tips.


Double up on colour

The pairing of two different colours makes for a truly eye-catching look and feel, particularly when incorporated through a square tile. The glossy and authentic appeal of our Nador tiles in Pink and Mint offer a beautiful zellige style, providing a wow-factor and leaving guests green with envy.

Here at CTD Tiles we are big fans of the subtle contrast that can be achieved with pastel green and blush pink. This colour combination works especially well when complemented with accent pieces in similar hues.

Nador Pink and Nador Mint tiles from CTD
Image Credits – Left: Nador and Varadero | Right: Nador

Pop in some pattern

A square patterned tile will always leave an interior looking visually striking and full of character. Our Cuban and Contrasti tiles are available in a range of statement designs that are certain to make an impact within any space. Suitable for a range of interiors, the tiles match with a minimalist, neutral palette as well as the bold sentiments of maximalism – the perfect in-between option.

Cuban and Contrasti tiles from CTD
Image Credits – Left: @jade.lisa.interiors Cuban | Top right: Contrasti, Bottom right: Cuban

Walk on wonder by incorporating patterned tiles on your kitchen or bathroom floor to create a geometric statement that encourages the ‘too much is never enough’ sentiment. Alongside our playful patterned option, our Contrasti tiles are also available in a variety of block colours and when these two are placed together, limitless looks can be attained.

Working especially well in bathrooms, the Contrasti Tappeto Ottanio tile works harmoniously when used in the centre of the bathroom with the plain Contrasti Ottanio tile acting as a border. The result is a scheme that is truly distinctive and eye-catching.

Havana, Contrasti and Dyroy from CTD
Image Credits – Top Left: @our_1903srenovation_story Havana White Garden | Bottom Left: Contrasti | Right: Contrasti and Dyroy

Incorporate a statement splashback

Creating a statement splashback has never been easier. Both functional and an effective way to showcase your style, your backsplash can be the most eye-catching part of the kitchen - so why not enhance this by incorporating eye-catching square tiles?

Break away from the norm and try something new by mixing and matching a variety of different patterns. Our Havana and Cuban square tiles for example work well together to create an eclectic combination. Complete the space with organic materials such as wood and fresh foliage to give contrast to the scheme.

Cuban from CTD
Image Credits - Left: @at_the_mcgillens Cuban | Right: Cuban

Another option is choosing one tile colour for your splashback and then incorporating different variations of the shade for a textured and colour-drenching scheme. Create this look with our square Nador Sky tiles, where the soft pastel tones allow an interior to pop, particularly when placed against inky blue cabinetry with accessories to complement.

Nador from CTD
Image Credits - Nador

We hope you have enjoyed reading about the possibilities that can be achieved with square tiles. Give them a chance in your own home and let us know how you get on!


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