Black Tile

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Black Floor Tiles

Predominantly matte and honed finishes, since a floor needs slip resistance and forgiveness for daily wear that a glossy surface doesn't provide. Formats range from large-format porcelain to small honed-marble and basalt mosaics for texture and traction.

Black Bathroom Tiles

Covers shower walls, shower floors, bathroom flooring, and vanity accent walls in porcelain, natural stone, and glass mosaic. Matte and honed finishes are the standard for shower floors; glossy and polished finishes are more common on walls, where slip resistance isn't a factor.

Black Kitchen Backsplash Tile

The one application where glossy and reflective finishes are used as much as matte, since a backsplash isn't walked on and benefits from bouncing light around a kitchen. Subway, hexagon, and mosaic layouts in ceramic, glass, and marble are the most common formats.

Matte vs. Glossy Black Tile: Which Do You Need

The finish matters more than the material when choosing black tile, because it determines how visible water spots, dust, and fingerprints are day to day. Glossy black tile reflects light and reads as more formal and polished — it's the standard choice for backsplashes and accent walls, surfaces that get wiped down rather than walked or showered on. Matte and honed black tile absorbs light rather than reflecting it, hides water spots and smudges far better, and is the practical choice for floors and shower surfaces where daily contact is constant. If you're set on a glossy look for a floor or shower, expect more frequent cleaning to keep it looking sharp; if low maintenance matters more than shine, default to matte.

Materials in the Black Tile Catalog

Porcelain & Ceramic

The most durable and budget-friendly option. Porcelain's low water absorption rate makes it suitable for floors and wet areas; glazed ceramic is typically reserved for walls and backsplashes. Available in the widest range of sizes and finishes.

Natural Stone (Marble & Basalt)

Nero Marquina and honed marble mosaics offer natural veining and a higher-end look than manufactured tile. Requires periodic sealing and is generally reserved for walls, backsplashes, and low-to-moderate-traffic floors.

Glass Mosaic

The most reflective option, best suited to backsplashes and accent walls where light-bounce matters. Shows water spots more than other materials, so it's rarely used on floors.

Metal Accents

Brushed gunmetal trims and mosaics add an industrial edge, typically blended with porcelain, glass, or stone rather than used as a standalone field tile.

Where Black Tile Works

Kitchens

Black backsplash tile behind the range and counters contrasts with white or wood cabinetry and hides grease and splatter well. Visit the kitchen backsplash tile collection.

Bathrooms & Showers

Black shower walls, floors, and vanity accents create a spa-like or dramatic look, and hold up well in humid environments when installed over a properly waterproofed substrate. Visit the bathroom tile collection.

Floors & Entryways

Matte black porcelain and honed stone anchor entryways, kitchens, and high-traffic floors while concealing everyday dirt better than lighter tile. Visit the floor tile collection.

Buying Basics

Calculate Square Footage with 10 Percent Waste

Measure width and height in inches, multiply, and divide by 144 for square footage. Add 10 percent for cuts and waste on a standard layout, 15 percent for diagonal layouts.

Grout Selection for Black Tile

Charcoal or black grout creates a seamless, monolithic look. White or light gray grout creates high contrast and makes individual tile shapes stand out — the standard choice for black subway tile and checkerboard layouts.

Samples First

Black reads differently under different lighting than any other tile color. Order samples and view them in the actual room, at the actual time of day the space gets the most use, before committing to a full order.

Why BELK Tile for Black Tile

BELK Tile carries tile and nothing else. Our black tile catalog spans porcelain, ceramic, natural stone, and glass across floor, bathroom, and backsplash applications, all available to homeowners, designers, and contractors at the same pricing. Our team is available Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST at (614) 543-8334 or through our contact page.