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No, a hexagon backsplash is not a passing trend; it is a timeless geometric shape that is still being used in many interior designs. We hear this worry a lot! Because the honeycomb shape is so incredibly popular right now, people fear it might look dated in a few years. But we’re sure that it won’t, I can clearly say that from our customers asking for hexagons repeatedly. No matter which tile color or material you choose, we know that the hexagon will be the “it design” for all time.
To place a hexagon backsplash properly, you must start with a level ledger board and plan your layout so the points of the tiles align perfectly horizontally or vertically. Most people prefer the flat edge of the hex pointing up, which naturally creates that beautiful, interlocking honeycomb pattern. Before mixing any mortar, we always recommend doing a dry run by laying the hexagon mosaic tile sheets out on your counter or floor. This helps you figure out exactly where the cuts will fall against your cabinets and electrical outlets so you don't end up with awkward slivers of tile at the edges.
It can be, we’ll be honest about that. A hexagon backsplash is slightly more challenging to install than a standard square or subway tile backsplash because the interlocking zigzag edges require precise measuring and cutting. It is absolutely doable as a DIY tile project, but it requires patience! Because the sheets fit together like a puzzle, cutting the edges completely straight to fit flush against your countertops, ceilings, or corners takes a little extra math.
The main disadvantage of a hexagon backsplash is that it requires significantly more grout than a larger one, which can mean more maintenance depending on where it is installed. Because of all those lovely six sided shapes, you naturally end up with a lot of grout lines. If you install a light colored ceramic tile backsplash behind a busy stove, keeping that bright white grout clean from grease and tomato sauce can become a chore. But don’t worry, it’s easier than you think to handle it. To easily avoid this, we often suggest designing your hexagon tile with dark grout or simply making sure to seal the area with a high quality sealer immediately after installation.
The best material option for a hexagon backsplash entirely depends on your daily lifestyle, with ceramic being the most practical for heavy cooking and natural stone offering the highest luxury. If you want an easy to clean, low maintenance wall tile, a glazed ceramic or glass backsplash tile is your best friend; they wipe down in seconds. However, if you want a truly customized design, a high end look that acts as the star of the room, a natural stone tile is absolutely the way to go.
Do you know what we like best? Our absolute favorite design secret? An energetic hexagon backsplash. Kitchens and bathrooms are usually full of straight lines and hard angles (because minimalism was on top for a long time, and it required that!), rectangular cabinets, square islands, and flat countertops. Adding a hexagon backsplash will break all the sharp looking design and is one of the best customization options, a cute one. The best part is? No matter what you are putting together a modern hexagon kitchen backsplash or if you're into a classic, traditional feel, this six sided shape just naturally fits.
Have a kitchen that doesn't feel so well, even though you did everything to make it look better? Here's the solution: A well planned geometric kitchen backsplash acts as the star piece for the room. When you are looking for the right kitchen backsplash tile, the honeycomb shape is one of the joyful, most reliable design choices you can make because a high quality hexagon backsplash genuinely never goes out of style. It's the design you'll see on interior design magazines every time you look at them.
The material you choose for your hexagon backsplash should match how you actually use your kitchen.
Here is a highly practical piece of advice we always share with customers: your grout choice will completely alter how your hexagon backsplash looks. If you want a quiet background, pair a white hexagon tile with matching white grout. A full white design will provide you with a look that looks like a whole, monochromatic beauty. But if you want the shape to stand out, use a hexagon tile with dark grout. That contrast outlines every single piece and makes your hexagon backsplash pop visually. You can also play with the tile color itself. A black hexagon tile with white grout creates a striking focal point, especially in coffee spaces and other commercial tile projects. Meanwhile, a grey hexagon tile or a muted blue hexagon tile adds a nice wash of color, the calmest choices in the color variations. Want to keep things alive and colorful? Then, choose a pink hexagon or a yellow one and experience the hexagon backsplash in its peak!
Scale is just as important as the color of your hexagon backsplash. A standard 1-inch or 2-inch hexagon mosaic tile is one of the most wanted choices by our customers. It adds a lot of texture, and the smaller sheets are very forgiving to install if your drywall isn't perfectly flat. (And also, you can make a DIY project with it by yourself) But if you hate scrubbing grout lines, you might want to look at a large hexagon tile. Bigger tiles mean fewer seams, which creates a much cleaner, contemporary look for a hexagon backsplash. Another really popular option right now is the elongated hexagon tile, often called a picket tile. This shape stretches the traditional honeycomb tile backsplash vertically or horizontally. Running them vertically is a great visual trick for making low kitchen and bathroom ceilings feel taller. Hexagon backsplashes don't have to be the only aesthetic item around you; you can even use them as a trick!
This shape isn't just for cooking spaces. A hexagon backsplash will look great behind a bathroom vanity to protect the drywall from splashing water, but the real benefit comes when you use it on the floor. If you are planning a hexagon tile bathroom update, consider using the smaller sheets in wet areas. The extra grout lines inherent in a smaller hexagon tile shower floor act as natural slip resistance. This makes them incredibly practical non slip shower floor tiles because you get a surface that is safe to walk on when wet. A matching hexagon tile backsplash above the sink pairs perfectly with these floors to tie the whole room together. Need ideas on how to combine them all together? Check out our tile blog for more ideas!
At Stone Tile Depot, we believe that a hexagon backsplash shouldn't break the bank. We make sure to stock a wide variety of materials, colors, and sizes so you can find the exact look you want at a price that makes sense for your project. Take your time browsing the clearance tile collections and more, order your favorites as samples, and visit us to find the perfect hexagon backsplash for your home.
