Vertical Tile Shower Ideas | Shop By Look & Color

Vertical tiles are a match made in heaven for shower designs. They instantly elongate spaces and can make cramped showers feel larger. A bathroom design with a vertical stacked subway tile shower creates a cohesive atmosphere and adds a contemporary twist to a classic bathroom subway tile design.

Read on to discover our top vertical tile shower design ideas with product links.

1. Matte White Ceramic Tile Shower

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White Matte  Ceramic Tile 4×8

White4"x8"x3/8"Matte Ceramic Tile

$4.55
$3.15 / sq. ft.
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Blanco Real Glossy Subway Ceramic Tile 3×9

Blanco Real3"x9"x3/8"Glossy Ceramic Tile

$11.23
$8.51 / sq. ft.
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Blanc Glossy Subway Ceramic Tile 4×12

Blanc4"x12"x15/64"Glossy Ceramic Tile

$4.55
$3.15 / sq. ft.

First on our list is this classic vertical tile shower design. These matte white ceramic tiles create a sleek, contemporary look that looks perfect in minimalist bathrooms. Note how the vertical tiles are staggered to create a more fluid look in this bathroom.

2. Dark Gray Vertical Shower Tile

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Gris Fonce Matte Subway Ceramic Tile 4×12

Gris Fonce4"x12"x15/64"Matte Ceramic Tile

$5.25
$3.64 / sq. ft.
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Grafite Matte  Ceramic Tile 4×8

Grafite4"x8"x9/32"Matte Ceramic Tile

$11.23
$6.72 / sq. ft.
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Nero Esercito Glazed  Ceramic Wall Decos 4×12

Nero Esercito4"x12"x9/32"Glazed Ceramic Wall Decos

$11.73
$6.99 / sq. ft.

These deep, dark gray ceramic tiles add depth and dimensions to this bathroom. The dark gray tile contrasts nicely with the white walls, creating a bold and contrasting look. Too add an element of artistry, consider choosing a dark gray ceramic tile with a more weathered, industrial design.

3. Light Gray Stacked Subway Tile

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Gris Oscuro Natural Subway Slate Look Porcelain Tile 4×12

Gris Oscuro4"x12"x25/64"Natural Slate Look Porcelain Tile

$9.49
$6.57 / sq. ft.
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Grigio Glossy  Ceramic Tile 4×8

Grigio4"x8"x9/32"Glossy Ceramic Tile

$11.23
$6.72 / sq. ft.
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Grafite Matte  Ceramic Tile 4×8

Grafite4"x8"x9/32"Matte Ceramic Tile

$11.23
$6.72 / sq. ft.

For a softer look, consider a light gray subway tile. The vertical subway porcelain pictured above has a slate look design that mimics natural stone. It is an ideal choice for anyone seeking a more low-maintenance tile choice for their vertical subway tile shower design.

4. Beige Marble Vertical Stacked Subway Tile Shower

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Shell Reef Tumbled  Limestone Pavers 24×48

Shell Reef24"x48"x11/4"Tumbled Limestone Pavers

$13.00
$9.00 / sq. ft.
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Royal Beige Honed  Marble Tile 2 3/4×5 1/2

Royal Beige23/4"x51/2"x3/8"Honed Marble Tile

$9.09
$6.29 / sq. ft.
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Supremo Polished Porcelain Backed Marble Tile 12×24

Supremo12"x24"x1/2"Polished Marble Tile

$12.77
$6.19 / sq. ft.

The soothing warm tones of beige marble tiles add a natural atmosphere to bathroom and shower installations. This vertical accent tile in shower is only installed on one wall, creating a nice contrast against the horizontal subway tile in the shower. A 12×24 vertical tile shower like the Supremo Marble Tile is a great way of opening up the space.

5. Multi-Color Stacked Vertical Shower Tile

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Roca Flow Living Green Polished  Ceramic Tile 3×12

Flow Living Green3"x12"x1/4"Polished Ceramic Tile

$9.65
$6.95 / sq. ft.
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Sage Glossy Subway Ceramic Tile 3×9

Sage3"x9"x3/8"Glossy Ceramic Tile

$12.81
$8.87 / sq. ft.
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Aqua Glazed  Ceramic Tile 2×6

Aqua2"x6"x3/8"Glazed Ceramic Tile

$18.60
$10.03 / pcs

If you love color and are seeking inspiration for an inventive shower tile design, consider mixing and matching tile colors to create a multi-color vertical tile shower gradient pattern. Make use of vibrant greens and blues to a playful and joyous look to your bathroom design.

6. Carrara Marble 12×24 Vertical Tile Shower

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Bella White Honed  Marble Tile 12×24

Bella White12"x24"x3/8"Honed Marble Tile

$24.77
$17.15 / sq. ft.
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Carrara T Polished  Marble Tile 12×24

Carrara T12"x24"x3/8"Polished Marble Tile

$9.73
$6.73 / sq. ft.
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Carrara T Honed  Marble Tile 12×24

Carrara T12"x24"x1/2"Honed Marble Tile

$11.35
$7.86 / sq. ft.

Carrara marble is one of the most versatile and popular types of marble. Understated and elegant, it has a white tone with delicate, subtle gray veining. Consider using Carrara for 12×24 vertical shower tile patterns or showcase it as a vertical shower tile accent. The shower shown above embraces the look of Carrara marble with an all-over vertical shower tile design.

7. Earthy Brown Vertical Stacked Subway Tile Shower

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Roca Tender Gray Polished  Ceramic Tile 3×12

Tender Gray3"x12"x1/4"Polished Ceramic Tile

$6.43
$4.63 / sq. ft.
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Acorn Glossy Subway Ceramic Tile 3×9

Acorn3"x9"x3/8"Glossy Ceramic Tile

$13.81
$9.56 / sq. ft.
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Nat Glossy  Ceramic Wall Decos 4×12

Nat4"x12"x9/32"Glossy Ceramic Wall Decos

$11.73
$6.99 / sq. ft.

One of the most popular trends of the past year has been a return to natural warmth tones in biophilic, organic interior design styles. This bathroom shown above seamlessly transitions the outdoors and indoors with warm, earthy brown vertical shower tiles. The look of stacked vertical brown tiles creates the illusion of wood paneling.

8. Vibrant Vertical Shower Accent Tile

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Roca Flow Cosmic Sapphire Polished  Ceramic Tile 3×12

Flow Cosmic Sapphire3"x12"x1/4"Polished Ceramic Tile

$9.65
$6.95 / sq. ft.
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Roca Flow Living Green Polished  Ceramic Tile 3×12

Flow Living Green3"x12"x1/4"Polished Ceramic Tile

$9.65
$6.95 / sq. ft.
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Blu Esercito Glazed  Ceramic Wall Decos 4×12

Blu Esercito4"x12"x9/32"Glazed Ceramic Wall Decos

$11.73
$6.99 / sq. ft.

If you love the look of color but do not wish to overwhelm your bathroom, then consider these vertical shower accent tile ideas. These vibrant shades of blue and green are incredibly rich and striking. They add an element of joy to typical interior design styles. Note how the bathtub pictured above has the same tile paneling on the side.

9. Black Vertical Subway Tile Shower

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Midnight Glossy Subway Ceramic Tile 3×9

Midnight3"x9"x3/8"Glossy Ceramic Tile

$12.81
$8.87 / sq. ft.
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Noir Glossy Subway Ceramic Tile 4×12

Noir4"x12"x15/64"Glossy Ceramic Tile

$5.25
$3.64 / sq. ft.
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Noir Matte Subway Ceramic Tile 4×12

Noir4"x12"x15/64"Matte Ceramic Tile

$5.01
$3.47 / sq. ft.

Another vertical shower tile accent idea is a black tile shower. A black ceramic tile shower is a great way of adding depth, and it nicely contrasts the white bathroom appliances. The bathroom pictured above beautifully combines horizontal and vertical shower tiles using both ceramic and marble for a unique and fresh design.

10. Light Gray Vertical Subway Tile in Shower

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Roca Tender Gray Polished  Ceramic Tile 3×12

Tender Gray3"x12"x1/4"Polished Ceramic Tile

$6.43
$4.63 / sq. ft.
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Grigio Glossy  Ceramic Wall Decos 4×12

Grigio4"x12"x9/32"Glossy Ceramic Wall Decos

$11.73
$6.99 / sq. ft.
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Made in USA
Grigio Glossy  Ceramic Tile 4×8

Grigio4"x8"x9/32"Glossy Ceramic Tile

$11.23
$6.72 / sq. ft.

If you’re having trouble finding the right color for your bathroom design, then you can’t go wrong with a light gray vertical subway tile shower. The neutral tone of gray tiles works seamlessly with a range of different wall colors and bathroom vanity styles.

11. Light Blue Vertical Subway Tile in Shower

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Turquoise Glossy Subway Ceramic Tile 3×6

Turquoise3"x6"x3/8"Glossy Ceramic Tile

$12.81
$8.87 / sq. ft.
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Powder Glossy Subway Ceramic Tile 3×6

Powder3"x6"x3/8"Glossy Ceramic Tile

$12.81
$8.87 / sq. ft.
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Seafoam Glossy Subway Ceramic Tile 4×12

Seafoam4"x12"x3/8"Glossy Ceramic Tile

$14.24
$9.86 / sq. ft.

A light blue shower with vertical tile is utterly charming. A pastel blue subway tile adds an artistic element that works well with the rest of the bathroom space without overwhelming it. If you’re looking for a vertical tile shower pattern in a small bathroom, then this color seems perfect.

12. Vertical Picket Tile Shower

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Cotton Matte Picket Ceramic Tile 3×6

Cotton3"x6"x3/8"Matte Ceramic Tile

$3.07
$2.31 / pcs
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Acorn Glossy Picket Ceramic Tile 3×6

Acorn3"x6"x3/8"Glossy Ceramic Tile

$3.32
$2.30 / pcs
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Seafoam Glossy Picket Ceramic Tile 3×6

Seafoam3"x6"x3/8"Glossy Ceramic Tile

$3.07
$2.08 / pcs

As an alternative to the subway tiles on this list, this picket tile works well in country-chic-inspired homes. Our ceramic picket tiles come in a range of different colors and finishes, so you have the ability to pick and choose as you desire.

13. Glass Vertical Tile in Shower

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Nickel Metallic Subway Glass Tile 3×9

Nickel3"x9"x3/8"Metallic Glass Tile

$11.38
$7.88 / sq. ft.
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Fog Glossy Subway Glass Tile 3×9

Fog3"x9"x3/8"Glossy Glass Tile

$11.38
$7.88 / sq. ft.
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Foam Glossy Subway Glass Tile 3×9

Foam3"x9"x3/8"Glossy Glass Tile

$11.38
$7.88 / sq. ft.

Glass tiles are a perfect choice for shower installations because they are water-resistant and easy to clean. Additionally, their translucence makes bathrooms feel lighter and more spacious. Glass tiles come in a range of different colors and styles.

14. Bright White Vertical Marble Tile Shower

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Calacatta T Polished  Marble Tile 3×12

Calacatta T3"x12"x3/8"Polished Marble Tile

$4.96
$4.46 / sq. ft.
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Alpina White Honed  Marble Tile 2 3/4×5 1/2

Alpina White23/4"x51/2"x3/8"Honed Marble Tile

$21.07
$14.59 / sq. ft.
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Thassos Polished  Marble Tile 2 3/4×5 1/2

Thassos23/4"x51/2"x3/8"Polished Marble Tile

$37.25
$22.39 / sq. ft.

Last but not least is this white marble subway tile shower. The bright white hue of the marble works beautifully with this minimalist bathroom and adds an element of elegance.

Conclusion

There are a range of different vertical tile shower pattern ideas available, in a variety of different colors, styles, and finishes.

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