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Vertical Tile Shower Ideas | Shop By Look and Color

Vertical stacking is the perfect way to make a small shower feel taller and more modern without spending extra. It’s a simple design trick that creates height and gives classic tile a fresh, clean edge.


At Stone Tile Depot, we focus on getting these high end materials to your door at a price that makes sense. Check out our favorite vertical looks below, our current inventory is moving fast, so if you find a style you love, it’s best to grab it before these specific batches are gone

 

1. Matte White Ceramic Tile Shower

 

White matte subway ceramic tiles installed in a vertical stack bond pattern on a walk in shower wall.

 

You can’t go wrong with a classic. These matte white ceramic tiles keep things clean and modern without the glare of a glossy finish. We suggest staggering them vertically, it makes the walls feel less rigid and more like a custom design. It’s the perfect foundation for a minimalist bathroom.

 

Cotton Matte Subway Ceramic Tiles 3×9

Cotton3"x9"x3/8"Matte Ceramic Tile

$9.63 / sq. ft.
Cotton Matte Subway Ceramic Tiles 3×6

Cotton3"x6"x3/8"Matte Ceramic Tile

$11.33 / sq. ft.

 

2. Dark Gray Vertical Shower Tile

Modern bathroom with gray vertical shower wall tile.

 

For a bit of edge, our dark gray ceramics are the go to. They give a shower that expensive look on a much friendlier budget. Pro Tip: Use a matching grout to create a “monolithic” feel. It softens the vertical lines so the focus stays on the deep color.


Our weathered finishes are perfect for that metallic look without the high price, especially with our clearance tiles. We’re down to the last few crates of these lots, so it’s a good time to grab what you need while the stock is still here.

 

77% OFF
Made in USA
Nero Esercito Glazed Ceramic Wall Decos 4×12

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

$12.95
$2.97 / sq. ft.
91% OFF
Gris Fonce Matte Subway Ceramic Tiles 4×12

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

$12.95
$1.23 / sq. ft.
81% OFF
Made in USA
Grafite Matte Ceramic Tiles 4×8

Grafite4"x8"x9/32"Matte Ceramic Tile

$12.95
$2.52 / sq. ft.

 

3. Light Gray Stacked Subway Tile

 

Contemporary bathroom with gray vertical shower wall tile.

 

If you want a softer feel, go with this light gray porcelain tiles. It looks just like natural slate but is way easier to keep clean. It’s a smart, low maintenance way to get that stone look in a vertical layout. It delivers a premium aesthetic without the luxury markup or the scrub time.

 

Gris Oscuro Natural Subway Slate Look Porcelain Tiles 4×12

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

$7.60 / sq. ft.
81% OFF
Made in USA
Grigio Glossy Ceramic Tiles 4×8

Grigio4"x8"x9/32"Glossy Ceramic Tile

$12.95
$2.48 / sq. ft.

 

4. Beige Marble Vertical Stacked Subway Tile Shower

 

Modern bathroom with beige vertical shower wall tile.

 

The soothing warm tones of marble tiles add a natural atmosphere to bathroom and shower installations. This vertical accent tile in the 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 is a great way of opening up the space.

 

32% OFF
Shell Reef Tumbled Limestone Pavers 24×48

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

$18.95
$12.90 / sq. ft.
Calacatta Cremo Honed Marble Tiles 12×24

Calacatta Cremo12"x24"x1/2"Honed Marble Tile

$30.68 / sq. ft.
63% OFF
Supremo Polished Marble Tiles 12×24

Supremo12"x24"x1/2"Polished Marble Tile

$12.95
$4.75 / sq. ft.

 

5. Classic Black and White Vertical Tile

 

Modern black and white bathroom with white vertical shower wall tile.

 

 

Create a chic, modern look by using the high contrast of black and white tiles in a vertical stack. This minimalist approach adds a bold personality to your shower while drawing the eye upward to make the space feel taller. It is a timeless design choice that stays in style while keeping your bathroom feeling grounded and clean.

 

Noir Matte Subway Ceramic Tiles 4×12

Noir4"x12"x15/64"Matte Ceramic Tile

$12.95 / sq. ft.
88% OFF
Blanc Glossy Subway Ceramic Tiles 4×12

Blanc4"x12"x15/64"Glossy Ceramic Tile

$12.95
$1.53 / sq. ft.

6. Carrara Marble 12×24 Vertical Tile Shower

 

White Carrara T polished marble wall tiles in a vertical stack bond pattern featured in a luxury bathroom with a freestanding bathtub.

 

Carrara marble tile 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.

 

Bella White Honed Marble Tiles 12×24

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

$21.99 / sq. ft.
Carrara T Polished Marble Tiles 12×24

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

$5.99 / sq. ft.

 

7. Going Vertical with Earthy Tones

 

Elegant bathroom with beige vertical shower wall tile.

 

Lately, everyone is leaning back into those warm, earthy tones to make their bathrooms feel more grounded. By stacking brown tiles vertically, you get a look that mimics wood look tile but with the durability of ceramic.

It’s a great way to make a shower feel cozy and high end on a budget, much like the designs explored in our wood tile shower blog. We’re down to the last few crates of this specific batch, so it’s a good time to grab what you need before this stock clears out.

 

78% OFF
Made in USA
Nat Glossy Ceramic Wall Decos 4×12

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

$12.95
$2.90 / sq. ft.
Roca Tender Gray Polished Ceramic Tiles 3×12

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

$5.50 / sq. ft.
9% OFF
Coffee Glossy Subway Ceramic Tiles 3×9

Coffee3"x9"x3/8"Glossy Ceramic Tile

$5.95
$5.41 / sq. ft.

 

8. Soft Stone and Velvet A Study in Pink Minimalism

Bold modern bathroom with pink vertical shower wall tile.

 

If you love color but don’t want to overdo it, a vertical accent is a perfect compromise. This natural pink is soft and calm, bringing a bit of warmth into the room without being overwhelming.

It’s an easy way to add some personality to your design on a budget. We’re down to the last few boxes of these pink ceramic tiles, so if you’re looking to add this pop of color, grab them before this lot is gone.

 

Roca Flow Velvet Pink Polished Ceramic Tiles 3×12

Flow Velvet Pink3"x12"x1/4"Polished Ceramic Tile

$8.25 / sq. ft.

 

9. Black Vertical Subway Tile Shower

 

Luxury bathroom with black vertical shower wall tile.

 

Another vertical shower tile accent idea is a black tiles 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.

 

Noir Matte Subway Ceramic Tiles 4×12

Noir4"x12"x15/64"Matte Ceramic Tile

$12.95 / sq. ft.
85% OFF
Noir Glossy Subway Ceramic Tiles 4×12

Noir4"x12"x15/64"Glossy Ceramic Tile

$12.95
$1.89 / sq. ft.

 

10. Light Gray Vertical Tile in Shower

Modern bathroom with gray vertical shower wall tile.

 

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.

 

Roca Tender Gray Polished Ceramic Tiles 3×12

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

$5.50 / sq. ft.
81% OFF
Made in USA
Grigio Glossy Ceramic Tiles 4×8

Grigio4"x8"x9/32"Glossy Ceramic Tile

$12.95
$2.48 / sq. ft.

 

11. Blue Vertical Subway Tile in Shower

 

Modern bathroom with blue vertical shower wall tile.

 

A light blue vertical layout is incredibly charming and perfect for making a small bathroom feel more open. These pastel subway tiles add an artistic touch that keeps the space feeling bright rather than crowded.

It’s a great alternative to plain white if you want a bit more character. We have a limited amount of this blue tiles left in stock, so if this is the look you’re after, grab it at these prices while this specific lot is still available.

 

Vinca Crackled Subway Ceramic Tiles 2×6

Vinca2"x6"x3/8"Crackled Ceramic Tile

$5.13 / sq. ft.
Roca Flow Cosmic Sapphire Polished Ceramic Tiles 3×12

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

$8.25 / sq. ft.
Roca Flow Atoll Blue Polished Ceramic Tiles 3×12

Flow Atoll Blue3"x12"x1/4"Polished Ceramic Tile

$8.25 / sq. ft.

 

12. Vertical Picket Tile Shower

 

Elegant bathroom with beige vertical shower wall tile.

 

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.

 

Cotton Matte Picket Ceramic Tiles 3×6

Cotton3"x6"x3/8"Matte Ceramic Tile

$3.63 / pcs
9% OFF
Blush Glossy Picket Ceramic Tiles 3×6

Blush3"x6"x3/8"Glossy Ceramic Tile

$1.65
$1.50 / pcs
77% OFF
Acorn Glossy Picket Ceramic Tiles 3×6

Acorn3"x6"x3/8"Glossy Ceramic Tile

$16.95
$3.90 / pcs

 

13. Glass Vertical Tile in Shower

 

Contemporary bathroom with gray vertical shower wall tile.

 

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.

 

64% OFF
Nickel Metallic Subway Glass Tiles 3×9

Nickel3"x9"x3/8"Metallic Glass Tile

$12.95
$4.64 / sq. ft.
76% OFF
Fog Glossy Subway Glass Tiles 3×9

Fog3"x9"x3/8"Glossy Glass Tile

$12.95
$3.05 / sq. ft.
70% OFF
Foam Glossy Subway Glass Tiles 3×9

Foam3"x9"x3/8"Glossy Glass Tile

$12.95
$3.86 / sq. ft.

 

14. Bright White Vertical Marble Tile Shower

 

Minimalist bathroom with white vertical shower wall tile.

 

White marble tile is a favorite because it just works. It’s clean, bright, and makes any bathroom look a lot more expensive than it actually is. If you want a shower that feels light and open, this is the way to go.

We’re selling off the last few crates of this specific batch right now. It’s a great chance to get high quality marble at a much better price, but you’ll want to grab your square footage before these lots are all gone.

 

Calacatta T Polished Subway Marble Tiles 3×12

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

$5.99 / sq. ft.
Thassos Honed Marble Tiles 2 3/4×5 1/2

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

$23.15 / sq. ft.
Thassos Polished Marble Tiles 2 3/4×5 1/2

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

$23.15 / sq. ft.

 

Find Your Perfect Vertical Style

There are a range of different vertical tile shower pattern ideas available, in a variety of different colors, styles, and finishes. Stone Tile Depot offers affordable, high-quality tiles on a budget to shop online. Browse the entire range of bathroom tiles online today.