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16 hours ago
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3 Kitchen Tile Trends On Their Way Out This Year (and What to Do Instead), According to Interior Designers
It may sound like a platitude, but 2025 kitchen design trends — when it comes to tiles, at least — are all about embracing imperfections. Several designers and decorators say that tiles like the hand-cut zellige ones, which are glossy, textured, and rebel when it comes to uniformity, are becoming favored — even over the straight-edge, perfectly symmetrical subway tiles that have reigned supreme in kitchens for years. 'Zellige tiles are so popular because of the beautiful texture, subtle color variation, and handmade look that they bring to a space,' says interior decorator Vivianne Chow of Viv and Tim Home. Similarly, Floss Kelly, the co-founder of TileCloud, says ultra-polished, high-gloss finishes are losing popularity in favor of matte and natural finishes. 'The design world is gravitating towards authenticity and materials that evoke warmth and organic charm,' Kelly says. Whether you're planning a kitchen renovation or just want the inside scoop on the design world's forecasts, here's more on what tile trends are in for 2025 when it comes to tiles, floors, and backsplashes, and which ones are on their way out, according to experts. Kelly says she's seeing a significant shift this year towards natural stone materials and earthy tones in kitchen tiles, floors, and backsplashes. 'This trend is all about bringing the outside in, creating a connection with nature right in your kitchen,' she says. The earthy tones range from soft beiges to rich browns and complement a natural aesthetic, she says, contributing to a warm, inviting kitchen. Materials like marble, slate, and terracotta, with their inherent textures and colors, are becoming increasingly popular. 'These natural stone options not only add a timeless elegance to the kitchen, but also offer durability and uniqueness, as no two pieces are exactly alike,' she says. It's early, but zellige is looking to be the darling tile of 2025. 'We are so obsessed with the hand-crafted artisan quality of zellige tile,' says Jennifer Verruto, founder and CEO of Blythe Interiors. 'Made from a clay mix found in Morocco and hand-crafted, glazed, and fired, each tile has its own unique quality.'Varying thickness, shape, and glaze only adds to the perfectly imperfect vibe of this tile, she says. One thing Verruto notes: Because these tiles aren't uniform, it makes for a tough DIY makeover and typically requires expert installation. Verruto notes that heavily textured tiles are a simple way to add organic movement to a room. '3D tiles easily become a conversation piece and bring character,' she says. Specifically, using them on a dining room wall or an entry wall can pack a big punch. Subway tile will likely always be around — but that doesn't mean it's got to be the same old white brick-lay pattern (more on that below!), Verruto says. 'We're seeing a creative influx of hand-pressed looks in varying sizes, colors, and shapes of the classic tile, and people are getting more playful with layouts,' she says. Whether it be a vertical stack offset, a double herringbone, or basketweave, subway tiles can be classic, yet elevated with a fresh arrangement. White, monochromatic, and minimal designs were all the rage a few years ago, and understandably so as we entered the pandemic and were craving peaceful and visually calming spaces, Verutto says. Now, bolder tiles are coming back. Color-drenching, rich textures, and invigorating patterns on bold tiles, she says, are taking center stage. 'While bold design choices are being made, they're still being balanced with simplicity and a dose of minimalism that creates harmonious and exciting spaces,' she says. Those shiny, busy backsplashes such as metallics and glass that have long been popular in new builds are officially on their way out, says Kelly Marohl, interior designer at Neutral Home Design. More homeowners, she says, are choosing to use marble slabs as a backsplash instead. It's softer on the eye, and you can get the look in your kitchen by extending the marble halfway up to the ledge or all the way up to the ceiling, she says. (Or, you could even use marble contact paper for a budget- and rental-friendly solution.) Subway tile backsplashes, known for their classic and versatile appeal, are becoming less popular as homeowners seek more distinctive and personalized design elements for their kitchens, says Mariya Snisar, the head of interior design at Renowell. Hexagonal tiles or larger-format tiles feel more contemporary, she says. Although some people are loving variations of subway tiles, like colored or gradient tile trends of 2025 are you most (and least) excited about? Let us know in the comments below! This post originally ran on The Kitchn. See it there: Move Over, Subway Tiles: These Kitchen Tile Trends Are on Their Way in (and Out) for 2024 I Tried the 90/90 Rule and My Closet Is Now Fully Decluttered I Just Discovered the Smartest Way to Store Paper Towels in Your Kitchen (It's a Game-Changer!) We Tested (and Rated!) All the Sofas at Pottery Barn — Here Are the Best for Every Type of Need
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17-03-2025
- General
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People Are Just Realising What The Non-Fluffy Stripes On Towels Are For, And I Had No Clue
Every once in a while, I see a post on social media that makes me realise I know nothing about the world. Last week, that question came from a Redditor who wanted to know why new builds sometimes have bricked-up windows (turns out it's a mixture of manufactured charm and, sometimes, council rules). And now, another, equally mind-melting X post has come to my attention: 'What is the purpose of this part of a towel?' software engineer Nate McGrady asked, sharing a circled photo of the non-fluffy stripes on the bathroom textile. This, I thought, is what my press privileges exist for. So, I reached out to Courtney Cole, an interior designer at TileCloud, about what's really going on here. what is the purpose of this part of a towel? — Nate (@natemcgrady) March 13, 2025 'This part of the towel is actually called a 'dobby border' – which so many people don't know,' Cole explained (I certainly didn't). King Towel describes a 'dobby border' as a strip or band on the towel which has no loops or pile on it – in other words, the non-fluffy bit. 'Because it's woven more closely than the rest of the towel, it will help with fraying and will keep the edges from curling over time,' Cole continued. 'This means that the towel with the dobby border will likely last longer than those that don't have it.' There's also a branding-friendly reason for the addition, the interior designer told HuffPost UK. 'It also gives manufacturers a structured area for branding and embroidery, which is why you'll see logos and monograms there with hotels and other places like spas,' she said. And lastly, there's the matter of storing them to consider. The interior designer suggested towels without this border don't stack as well, 'which anyone who's ever tried to make their linen closet look perfect knows all too well'. So basically, it's down to structural integrity, branding, and better stacking. Responding to the original post, X users shared their – erm – questionable theories. One joked the bands are 'racing stripes. It makes them dry faster.' 'The purpose of it is to annoy me and to make me feel grateful for the other side of the towel that actually dries your hands all the way,' another commenter wrote. Yet another simply said: 'Grip.' To be fair, I don't think I would have been able to give a better answer without Coles' help... People Are Just Realising Why Some New Builds Have Bricked-Up Windows, And Huh This Is How Often You Should Wash Towels And I Had No Idea It Was This Complicated People Can't Agree On What Tea Towels Are Actually For And Now I'm Confused
