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October 11, 2016 · 40 Comments

Bathroom Tile Ideas: Best Flooring for Bathrooms

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We’re getting ready to dive into a master bathroom renovation, and I’m looking for bathroom floor tile ideas to figure out the best flooring for bathrooms. I’m sharing a few of my favorite bathroom tile ideas here today!ย 

Did you see the big news last week?

Corey and I are participating in the One Room Challenge for the first time ever and we’re simultaneously thrilled andย absolutely petrified.

I kind of feel like curling up into a little ball and crying for the next 6 weeks (wait, crap, it’s just 5 weeks now) because we have way more items on our to-do list than we could ever actually complete. But, um, that’s not an option. This is happening whether I like it or not, so it’s time to buckle down and get ‘er done.

There are a ton of things we need to talk about with this renovation over the next 5 weeks, but let’s chat about tile today. The tile in our master bathroom is wasย veryย blah.ย It wasn’t particularly offensive, but it definitely wasn’t doing anything for me. We knew we would have to replace all of the tile in the roomย for this renovation, so it shouldn’t come as a surprise to you that I was doingย all sortsย of happy dances in my house when Floor & Decor agreed to work with us!

floor & decor

choosing bathroom tile

This post is sponsored by Floor & Decor. All opinions and enthusiasm about tile are 100% mine.

How to Choose Bathroom Tile

Have you ever been to a Floor & Decor? I hadn’t been prior to starting to work with them for this, but my mom has been obsessed (seriously, y’all, OBSESSED) with them for years now. My parentsย used them a while back for the tile in their kitchen and I seriously think she’s mentioned them to me once a week since then. So, I was pretty excited to head out to the store and see what all of the fuss was about.

Y’all.

She wasn’t exaggerating.

This place isย so cool.

We learned when we visited that our local store is actually one of the smallest stores in the entire chain – I was kind of shocked when we were told thatย because I feel like it’sย massive. There are so many options that it’s practically dizzying – I can’t imagine an even bigger store!

bathroom floor tile ideas best flooring for bathroom ideas at Floor & Decor

We got to walk around the store a bit with the designer, and it was so fascinating to hear him talk. These people have a sincere passion for what they do, they put so much thought into it, and theyย know their stuff. Everyone we talked to while we were in the store was extremely knowledgeable and helpful, and they made us feel a lot more confident about this project.

My favorite part about the store, though?

The prices.

You guys, Corey and I haven’t done much tiling so I’ll admit that I’m not super up-to-date on what things cost, but I was sincerely surprised by how affordable the options were here. I mean, this amazing marble-looking tile (it’s actually ceramic) is only $1.99 a square foot.

choosing tile for bathroom floor

Swoon!

I was also pretty in love with the wood options – my parents are getting ready to replace all of the carpet in their house and I tried to convince my dad that theyย need this wood in their house. I am in loooooove.

bathroom tile ideas

I also loved that they have these little stations around the store with tips & tricks for tiling jobs. Corey and Iย have a lot to learn about tiling, so we were definitely keeping our eyes out for these displays to help us avoid any rookie mistakes (let’s be real, we’ll still make a few).

tips for tiling bathroom tile ideas from Floor & Decor

Do you think this amazing stone farmhouse sink would have fit under my shirt? Because I seriously considered trying to stuff it up there and sneak out with it on our way out the store.

large sink

Oh, and can we talk about the countertops? You guys! They have countertops forย so cheap. And they’re gorgeous. This seriously gives me hope that we’ll be able to replace our painted kitchen countertops sooner rather than later, because at these prices even we can afford new counters.

counter ideas from Floor & Decor

Oh, oh, oh. One more thing. I’m just gonna drop a photo of this tile here for you to feast your eyes on.

gray hex tile

I’m seriously writing a sonnet to this tile. It’s so pretty I get a little teary-eyed when I look at it.

Oh, and even if you don’t have one near you, you can order just about anything they sell online too!ย I spent a LOT of time on their website gathering ideas before we went to the store, so we had it pretty narrowed down before we made our official decision. Here are a few of the options from their website that we really liked:

UPDATE: If you want to see our finished bathroom, just click here to see the big master bathroom renovation!ย 

Bathroom Floor Tile Ideas

Bathroom floor and shower tile ideas

Our choices are all in that little graphic! Can you guess what we chose?!

I won’t make you wait.

Corey and I knew going into it that we wanted white subway tile in the shower. I’m a giant sucker for a good subway tile, soย that was non-negotiable for both of us. The rest of the tile, however, was pretty up into the air. We spent a few hours in the store one Saturday afternoon just walking around and trying out different options – we went back and forth (and back and forth) for foreeeeeever before we finally landed on a combination that we could agree on.

Are you ready to see it?

bathroom tile combination

Eeeeeeek! You guys. I love our tile.

We’re going to be doing the subway tile on the entire shower and bathtub area – it’s a 4X10 tile, so it’s a bit bigger than the standard 3X6. We liked the slightly larger size – I would have been willing to go even bigger, but I think this will look perfect.

The black penny tile will be used as an accent tile in the room – we’re doing it in the shelf for the shower and in one other spot that we’ll talk more about later (we’re still working out the details, so I’ll share when things are more settled). And, of course, the black and white hex tile will be our flooring. I don’t know about you guys, but that tile makes me so happy – there’s just something about that pretty black and white pattern that makes my soul sing.

Iย cannot wait to see how it looks when it all comes together.

In my head, it looks amazing. And my head is usually right.

I can’t wait to show you the finished product (we’ve started working and it’s going to be a LONG PROCESS but it’s coming together!) – hopefully I don’t die of exhaustion before we finish. At one point when we were picking up all of the tile my dad looked over at me and said, “You do realize how big of a job this is, right?”

purchasing tile for bathroom

Well,ย geez, Dad, thanks for the encouragement.

(He’s totally right, though. What were we thinking?!)

Be sure to pop back in tomorrow for an update on how the bathroom is coming together! I’ll give you a little hint – the brown walls areย gone!ย 

Have you ever been to a Floor & Decor store? I think I might be just as in love with them as my mom is, now!

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  1. Rebecca says

    December 2, 2016 at 1:20 am

    Love the tile! Good luck! I’m sure it will turn out great, and you’ll be glad you did it! We just finished building a house, and I wish I had been more knowledgeable. But if all turned out nice,, and we’ll probably be moving in during the holidays. Thanks for sharing your experience with us!

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  2. Melissa @ Polished Habitat says

    October 17, 2016 at 12:30 pm

    I need to start a petition for them to build a Floor & Decor in Tulsa! What a fun place! I’m in love with all the options on your tile board. I pinned them so I’d have a head start when we are ready to tackle our bathroom.

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  3. adawnpaxton says

    October 17, 2016 at 9:14 am

    We don’t have this store but the options look amazing! And that farm house sink…to die for!!

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  4. Emily, Our house now a home says

    October 16, 2016 at 10:38 pm

    This is so exciting! I love what you chose! I love looking at flooring and tile, even if I am not working on a project I always have to peruse them.

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  5. kim says

    October 16, 2016 at 8:30 am

    Okay, you had me at penny tile. I’m squealing for you! I so wish we had a Floor and Decor in my area – I’d scoop that hardwood up in a heartbeat!

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    • Amanda says

      October 17, 2016 at 7:44 am

      Thanks, Kim! Isn’t that hardwood perfect?

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  6. April R - Uncookie Cutter says

    October 15, 2016 at 4:32 pm

    I love your choices and I’m heading over to visit them now. I am trying to pick an accent tile right now! Pinning.

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  7. Roxanne says

    October 15, 2016 at 3:04 pm

    With all of those choices, I would have been overwhelmed! I LOVE the tile combo you chose!

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  8. Kati says

    October 15, 2016 at 11:50 am

    I love the tile you chose! I just did the white hexagon tile on my fireplace and love it so much. The black penny tile accent is going to be amazing! Now i need to see if there is a Floor & Decor close to me. It looks like I could spend lots of time in there.

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    • Amanda says

      October 15, 2016 at 4:53 pm

      Thanks, Kati! We LOVE the tile … that penny tile is the best, isn’t it?!

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  9. Kyla @HouseOfHipsters says

    October 14, 2016 at 10:17 am

    I love it all! Classic perfection!

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  10. meghemm says

    October 14, 2016 at 8:43 am

    What a cool store!! I love all the tile options! Love the combo you guys picked!

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    • Amanda says

      October 15, 2016 at 4:52 pm

      Thanks, Meg!

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  11. michellejames42 says

    October 14, 2016 at 8:16 am

    Amazing selection! That’s a tough choice! Thanks for sharing!

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  12. 2beesinapod says

    October 14, 2016 at 7:58 am

    Wow…you’re not kidding. Floor and Decor looks awesome! And you know we love that honeycomb tile…*sigh*! Best wishes for completing this big project. You’ve got this!

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    • Amanda says

      October 15, 2016 at 4:52 pm

      Thanks! It’s an awesome store!

      Reply
  13. Maggie Overby says

    October 13, 2016 at 7:40 pm

    Floor and Decor has some amazing stuff, love your choices!

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    • Amanda says

      October 13, 2016 at 11:37 pm

      Thanks Maggie!

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  14. Flourish and Knot says

    October 13, 2016 at 5:07 pm

    Great choices!! I love what you picked.

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  15. Thalita | The Learner Observer says

    October 13, 2016 at 10:54 am

    This is like dying and going to tile heaven. Oh my word. Also, that black penny tile = everything!

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  16. My Life From Home says

    October 13, 2016 at 6:55 am

    I think we have the exact same tile in our kids bathroom! Can’t wait to see the look all put together!

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  17. Lindi says

    October 12, 2016 at 8:31 pm

    I SOOOO love shopping for flooring and tile! Wish we had Floor & Decor in Canada!

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  18. Sarah @ Making Joy and Pretty Things says

    October 12, 2016 at 7:51 pm

    The store looks incredible! That farmhouse sink is HUGE! Love all your choices and can’t wait to see how it all looks finished!

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  19. Ruthie says

    October 12, 2016 at 4:56 pm

    Love your tile choice!! Also loving this store! I just looked and don’t have one near me unfortunately but I’ll give the online shop a look! ๐Ÿ™‚

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    • Amanda says

      October 12, 2016 at 10:12 pm

      Thanks, Ruthie! You should definitely check out the online store – they’ve got just about everything they carry in the store, and their prices are really awesome.

      Reply
  20. IrisNacole.com says

    October 12, 2016 at 3:39 pm

    Wonderful tile choices! I’ll be sure to visit my local F&D for options to use in my powder room makeover!

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  21. [email protected] says

    October 12, 2016 at 1:47 pm

    I’m crushing hard on that grey hex tile and that farmhouse sink. Dreamy!

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    • Amanda says

      October 12, 2016 at 10:17 pm

      Meeeee too!

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  22. simple nature decor says

    October 12, 2016 at 12:01 pm

    Floor and Decor have a nice tile, I love how organized and clean it is. I wonder if I have one near Bluffton, SC I am 2 hours away from Charleston, Will keep them in mind for my room above the garage next year project. Love your tile selection.
    Maria

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    • Amanda says

      October 12, 2016 at 10:17 pm

      You should definitely look and see if you’ve got one close – I could spend hours in there just browsing!

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  23. Jessica | Petal + Ply says

    October 12, 2016 at 11:47 am

    Great choices! That faux marble!!! Yummy.

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    • Amanda says

      October 12, 2016 at 10:10 pm

      It’s amazing, right?! I almost tried to talk Corey into using that for the floor instead as soon as I saw it, but I was too tied to our other tile. ๐Ÿ˜‰ But, yeah, it’s awesome. I might need to use it somewhere else in my house!

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  24. Kristi says

    October 12, 2016 at 9:06 am

    Oooooh, LOVE the tile! You’ve got this girl!

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    • Amanda says

      October 12, 2016 at 10:14 pm

      Thanks! I’m obsessed with the tile – we’ve started putting it down and it’s looking ahmaaaaaaazing!

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  25. Brittany Goldwyn says

    October 11, 2016 at 6:37 pm

    LOL, I thought the stone farmhouse sink was a tub! I can’t wait to see the tile go in!

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    • Amanda says

      October 12, 2016 at 8:36 am

      Haha that would be an EPIC tub!

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  26. Emily says

    October 11, 2016 at 12:31 pm

    Oh my gosh, their tile selection is incredible!! I’ve been dying to do a backsplash in our kitchen – I need to check them out; I think one just opened in our area!

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  27. twelveonmain says

    October 11, 2016 at 9:34 am

    Love your tile choice! I almost picked the same one! Ultimately I fell in love with another even more. Cant wait to see yours all put together!

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  28. Jamie says

    October 11, 2016 at 8:51 am

    I want to go to this store ASAP! I’m glad to see the master bath coming together!

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  29. Ariel says

    October 11, 2016 at 8:43 am

    I love the tile sneek peak! Can’t wait to check-in tomorrow!

    Reply

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