Off-white never looked so on point. Tusk, our warm white glaze, is one of our most popular shades out of our entire catalog of 100+ glaze colors with a softening effect that suits any design style from classic to contemporary. On the ivory side of white, this glossy yet subdued glaze instantly warms up a room and is especially great in spaces that you don’t want to appear cold such as showers or bathroom walls.

Tile Shown: Tusk
Off-white tile will always be a classic. Tusk has an understated beauty on its own, but also elegantly pairs with color. Whether your palette is warm and muted or bold and bright, Tusk is up to the task of complementing it. Plus, it’s an excellent white to pair with other natural materials–it looks inviting and warm next to wood, gorgeous with gold hardware, and unbelievably dreamy with marble.

Tile Shown: 2x6 in Tusk // Design: Emily Lauren Interior // Image: Madeline Harper
With its low color variation, Tusk provides a uniform look whether you’re using it for full coverage or as an accent. And if you need help figuring out size, quantity, trim, and all the other interior design decisions that come with tile–we’ve got you covered with free design assistance. From sampling to photorealistic renderings, our tile experts are here to bring your vision to life.
Tusk in the Kitchen
This off-white shade is incredibly popular in kitchens, which makes sense–the kitchen is the heart of the home, and what shade is more welcoming than a soothing warm white?
White tile backsplashes are prized for their versatility, and Tusk is no exception. Paired with sage green cabinets and charcoal countertops, Tusk positively glows in the Modern Craftsman-style kitchen below.

Tile Shown: 2x8 in Tusk // Design + Image: Grace Lee-Lim
Take this classic shade in a modern direction with checkerboard. Tusk's inviting hue beautifully complements our Dolomite glaze in this California-cool patterned kitchen. Not too bright but no less eye-catching, this organic-inspired color pair feels just right.

Tile Shown: 3x3 in Tusk and Dolomite // Design: Autumn Hachey, TWENTY-TWO TWELVE, Stay Here // Image: Michelle Johnson
Minimalists love Tusk for its quiet beauty and simplicity. This stunning space took classic subway tile in Tusk and installed it vertically in a symmetrical straight set pattern, instantly evoking calm.

Tile Shown: 3x6 in Tusk // Design: Alessia Zanchi Loffredo, Redesign Home // Image: Ryan McDonald
Tusk can also be used to enhance rustic textures, especially when you choose a fun shape. An off-white backsplash of Mini Star & Cross Tile anchors this coffee bar’s wood accents, stained glass windows, and bohemian feel.

Tile Shown: Mini Star & Cross in Tusk // Design: Margaret Austin // Image: Sara and Rich Combs
Want to go classic–but with a twist? The kitchenette below demonstrates an unexpected and eye-catching application of Tusk with an attractive mix of patterns and a single stripe of peachy pink that stands out amidst the ivory.

Tile Shown: 2x8 in Tusk and Tumbleweed // Design: Colossus // Image: Stephanie Russo
If you’re a lover of Midcentury Modern, Tusk expertly fits into a mid-mod palette. Lean into midcentury vibes even more by choosing our Small Diamond Tile in the optically alluring Escher pattern, like the kitchen below.

Tile Shown: Small Diamond in Tusk // Design + Image: Kelly Haga
For a guaranteed way to make your kitchen dreamy, play up the ivory undertones in Tusk by combining it with a warm, soothing color or two. The modern farmhouse kitchen below is filled with inviting hues, including a backsplash of stacked Tusk, that infuses the room with a sense of peace.

Tile Shown: 3x6 in Tusk // Design: Alicia Davenport // Image: Besea Photography
We love how the bright kitchen below used Tusk in a classic herringbone pattern framed by tonal grout. The result is an elegantly understated backsplash that complements and doesn’t detract from the other design elements in this stunning space.

Tile Shown: 2x6 in Tusk // Design: Cathie Hong Interiors // Image: Christy Quiambao
In case you’re wondering if Tusk can be paired with bright yellow, the kitchen below proves that the answer is a resounding yes. The sunny base cabinets draw the eye in, but the backsplash of Braided Picket Tile in Tusk makes this space extra special.

Tile Shown: Picket in Tusk // Design: Hatch Works Austin // Image: Robert Gomez Photography // Installer: Nuckels Tile
Love an all-white kitchen, but still want something a little unique? Take notes from the sleek space below by using a specialty-shaped tile, in this case H-shaped Chaine Homme, and matching it to the colors of your cabinets with Tusk.

Tile Shown: Chaine Homme in Tusk // Design: Mokume Design Studio // Image: Christopher Stark
Using a sophisticated neutral like Tusk on a specialty-shaped tile allows the shape to shine. The backsplash below shows off scalloped Ogee Drop tile laid in a lively Moroccan pattern, while the ivory hue of Tusk brings the curvaceous lines into the foreground.

Tile Shown: Ogee Drop in Tusk // Design: The Cabinetry // Image: Tara L. Callow
Warm white tile makes any space feel familiar and inviting--even if that space is an RV. The creatives behind The Modern Caravan used our Tusk tile to make their beloved vintage Airstream feel right at home on the road.

Tile Shown: 1x6 in Tusk // Design: The Modern Caravan // Image: Kate Oliver
Tusk in the Bathroom
A surefire way to turn up the warmth, Tusk is a beautiful addition to any bathroom surface from showers to backsplashes and everything in between.
Or–forego the decision-making and simply include Tusk on every surface, like the new traditional bathroom below. The shower surround, tile wainscot, shower pan, and floor all benefit from the warmth of Tusk, with a handpainted floor detail thrown in for good measure.

Tile Shown: 3x6 in Tusk, 6x6 in Tusk, 2x2 in Tusk, 4x4 in Shetland Wool, Seville in Neutral Motif // Design: K.Squared Design // Image: Sierra Ann Photography
If this backsplash doesn’t make you sigh with contentment, we don’t know what will. Stacked 2x6 Tile in Tusk provides order and symmetry topped off with gold-finished fixtures for a splash of luxe.

Tile Shown: 2x6 in Tusk, 3x9 in Tempest // Design: Everyday Interior Design // Image: Kelli Kroneberger Photography
Tusk’s warm undertones pair beautifully with pink and red, a fact that designer Claire Thomas took full advantage of with this one-of-a-kind floral motif that gives “watering the flowers” a whole new meaning.

Tile Shown: 4” Hexagon in Tusk, Dawn, Vintage Leather // Design + Image: Claire Thomas
Remember how we said Tusk is absolutely dreamy with marble? Here’s another stunning example, with Tusk subway tile in a classic offset pattern complemented by marble accents.

Tile Shown: 3x6 in Tusk, 3x6 in Salton Sea // Design: Sarah Sherman Samuel // Image: Raquel Langworthy Photography
Long and sleek, 2x8 Tusk tile creates a modern effect in a stacked pattern along this bathroom’s walls that echoes the floating bathroom vanity and mirrors, as the ivory hue infuses the space with a bright and airy feel.

Tile Shown: 2x8 in Tusk, 6” Hexagon in Gypsum // Design: Caitlin Flemming // Image: Jacqueline Pilar
We love the subtle pattern the two off-white tile sizes create in this serene bathroom. Floor-to-ceiling tile also makes the space appear taller, while earth tones and organic elements help unify the soothing aesthetic.

Tile Shown: 3x6 in Tusk, 3x3 in Tusk // Design + Image: Claire Thomas
Tusk’s subtle glossy sheen brightens and expands this contemporary space. The warm white tile glows in the modern shower next to a contrasting black hexagon tile floor–small tiles are also great for adding extra traction and a water-resistant surface to moisture-prone areas.

Tile Shown: 2x8 in Tusk, 3” Hexagon in Basalt, 6x6 in Basalt // Design: Mark Davis Design // Image: Luis Costadone
Even the boldest patterns are softened by Tusk’s warm white shade. This star-crossed bathroom blends a Mini Star & Cross Tusk backsplash with a fun and sophisticated hand-painted tile floor for an eclectic mix of accents.

Tile Shown: Mini Star & Cross in Tusk, Starburst in Peacock Motif // Design: In Honor of Design // Image: Rustic White Photography
For a more traditional look, consider square tile in an offset pattern. This gorgeous clawfoot tub is surrounded by a warm wall of 4x4 Tusk tile accented by whimsical gold wallpaper to create a luxe soaking spot.

Tile Shown: 4x4 in Tusk, 4” Hexagon in Tusk // Design: Claire Thomas
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