Hexagons are a great shape because they can feel both modern and timeless depending on the size and color you pick. Plus it's the preferred shape for honeybees and who doesn't love that? While we're all very accustomed to seeing this popular shape in a bathroom setting, we especially love them in the kitchen. Ideal for both flooring and your backsplash, hexagons fit into an array of design styles. Here we're honing in on the backsplash to see how these six-sided tiles fit best.
Hexagon Backsplash Tile
Geometric shapes are a trend that's here to stay and there's no reason that hexagons shouldn't be up for consideration for your backsplash!
We love how this geometric shape makes for a clean, yet textured focal point in this bright kitchen:
Tile Shown: 4" Hexagon in Caspian Sea // Design: Aleah Rouse
Trim is something that you might have to consider if the edges of your hexagons will be exposed in your space. You can opt for 1x6 Flatliner pieces in the same glaze as your hexagons:
Tile Shown: 2" Hexagon in Calcite Gloss with 1 x 6 Calcite Gloss Flatliner trim // Design: Matt Muenster // Photos: Cambria Quartz
Or, another trim option is metal Schluter Strip (as shown in the backsplash below). Fireclay does not sell Schluter, but it comes in lots of different sizes and finishes. It can be a discreet trim option for pattern heavy spaces.
Larger hexagons work very well if you are extending your backsplash up past the standard upper cabinet height (18"). We think 4" or 6" hexagons look best in backsplash applications:
Tile: 4" Hexagon in Aqua // Design: Elana Jadallah
Contrasting your backsplash with your cabinetry can make an impactful statement. The backsplash is often regarded as the focal point of a kitchen so color choice goes a long way.
Tile: 6" Hexagon in Navy Blue // Design: John Gioffre
On the other hand, matching your backsplash to other accents in the kitchen creates an elegant uniformity, especially a light shade shade in a bright and airy kitchen.
Tile: 4" Hexagon in Calcite Gloss // Design: Jessica Sparks
We can't glaze the edges of our hexagons, but if they extend high enough, you can leave them raw for a more graphic edge detail:
Tile: 6" Hexagon in Navy Blue // Design: Kate Arends
Here's another raw edge backsplash, this time in vibrant Evergreen.
Tile: 6" Hexagon in Evergreen // Design: Shelton Design/Build
Don't be afraid to go small with your hexagons. We love how sweet these mosaic 2" hex's look in this natural-inspired backsplash:
Tile: 2" Hexagons in Gypsum // Design: Jennifer Chong
If you want to highlight the shape of your hexagons a bit more, simply choose a contrasting grout to your tile color:
Tile: 6" Hexagons in Daffodil // Photo: Aubrie Pick
Pro Tip: Whenever using a contrasting color to your grout, test first to make sure the pigments in your grout don't stain your tile. Additional grout release or sealant may help in stain prevention.
Hexagons look great in a blend of colors. For added interest, try an "ombre" lay by selecting a couple light to dark glazes:
Tile: 4" Hexagons in a blend of Rainy Day, French Linen, and Feldspar // Design: K Interiors
Adding color to your ombre design creates even more visual intrigue.
Tile: 4" Hexgon in Feldspar, Cardamom & Lake Tahoe Matte // Design: Destination Eichler, Eyerly Architecture
Hexagons are always a hit, and we imagine they'll continue to be a favorite for years to come!
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