July 29, 2025 | 4:00 Min

How to Pair Different Tile Styles for a Cohesive Design

Design Inspirations | Residential
When it comes to modern tile design, it’s no longer about choosing just one look—it’s about how you combine them. Mixing materials like marble, wood, stone, and concrete gives your space depth, dimension, and designer-level style. With our extensive portfolio of trend-driven options, mastering the art of mixing tile looks is easier than ever.

Why Mix Tile Looks?

Mixing tile visuals allows you to layer textures and tones, define zones in open floor plans, and create a custom look that reflects your style. Think: a marble look backsplash paired with a wood look floor for warm elegance, or encaustic concrete paired with natural stone for an elevated boho-chic vibe. When done right, combining tile looks adds personality and polish without compromising cohesion.

1. Pair Marble Look with Wood Look: Classic Meets Comfort

Marble look tile brings timeless luxury, while wood look tile offers warmth and texture. Together, they create a high-contrast visual that feels both refined and welcoming.
Kitchen with black marble look countertop and backsplash, light wood cabinets, and wood floor tile.

Where It Works Best:

Bathrooms and kitchens, where you want the elegance of marble without the upkeep, and the comfort of wood underfoot

Pro Tip:

Choose complementary undertones, pair warm veined marble looks with honey oak or chestnut wood looks for a natural, balanced palette.

Suggested Pairings

DAL_FM10_24x24_Diamond_01

Famed™

DAL_AC11_1x24_Msc_Palomino_Silo_01
Acreage™
Palomino
DAL_MA83_24x24_Nero_web

Marble Attaché™

DAL_SK31_6x36_Stagecoach_Grid
Sleigh Creek™
DAL_DV05_6x18_Calypso_Silo_01
Divinium™
DAL_EP04_8x48_BalasamFir1
Emerson Wood™

2. Combine Stone Look with Concrete: Natural Meets Artistic

Stone look tile anchors a space with organic beauty. Pair it with encaustic-inspired concrete tiles to add personality through pattern and color.
Laundry room with white and blue square encaustic floor tile, beige stone look countertop and backsplash, and black cabinets.

Where It Works Best: 

Mudrooms, foyers, and laundry rooms—spaces that need to be durable yet design-forward.

Pro Tip:

Use encaustic concrete as an accent tile, like in a border or rug-style inlay, surrounded by a neutral stone look field tile for a statement that doesn’t overwhelm.

Suggested Pairings

DAL_CA42_15x30_Almond_Silo_01
Calligo™
DAL_CO23_24x48_Taupe_Silo_01
Cohesion™
DAL_BR30_12x24_Coastline_Silo_02_web
Bryne™
DAL_SB34_8in_Hex_KeepsakeBlue_Grid
Scrapbook™
DAL_AR09_12x24_ColumnGrey

Articulo™

DAL_ME24_12x12_CrystalGrey

Memoir™

Crystal Grey

3. Wood Look + Concrete Look: Industrial Meets Inviting

The raw, edgy vibe of concrete look tile adds a modern edge, while wood look tile softens the aesthetic for livable comfort.
Outdoor fireplace with wood look floor tile, beige marble look slab on fireplace surround, and a wooden coffee table.

Where It Works Best:

Living rooms, open-concept lofts, and modern farmhouse designs.

Pro Tip:

Use concrete look tile on walls or fireplace surrounds to bring vertical interest and anchor the space with wood-look tile on the floor.

Suggested Pairings

DAL_CS33_16x48_BureauBrown

Commissary™

DAL_RK11_12x24_Beige_Silo_02
Rekindle™
DAL_SD13_6x36_OakTrail

Saddle Brook™

DAL_SY33_12x24_Grey_Structure_Silo_01
Synchronic™
DAL_AC12_1x24_Msc_Reserve_Silo_01
Acreage™
Reserve
DAL_IN41_24x48_WhiteDesert_Grid
Indoterra™

4. Marble Look + Stone Look: Luxe Layers

Pairing marble and stone look tile creates a layered, spa-like luxury that’s both timeless and textural.
Bathroom with white marble look slab on back shower wall, white bathtub, and black square floor tile.

Where It Works Best:

 Bathrooms and powder rooms where texture and tone matter.

Pro Tip:

Stick to a consistent color palette (e.g., warm neutrals or cool grays) to keep the mix harmonious and upscale.

Suggested Pairings

DAL_PT24_24x24_InfiniteBlack_POL_Silo_01_v2_web
Perpetuo™
DAL_WW01_12x24_Swan_Silo_03_web
Wanderwise™
DAL_MA72_12x24_PearlArabesque_4up

Marble Attaché™ Lavish

DAL_VR12_24x48_Bravura_01
Vertuo™
DAL_MA84_12x24_Crux_web

Marble Attaché™

DAL_CG43_24x24_Armor_POL_Grid
Calgary™

Final Design Tips

  • Vary the scale: Pair large format stone look tile with smaller encaustic patterns or
    mosaic for visual hierarchy.
  • Stick to one finish: Matte or polished, keeping the finish consistent helps unify different
    visuals.
  • Create separation: Use pattern or layout (like herringbone vs. brick-joint) to visually
    define zones while still using different tile looks.

Ready to Mix & Match?

With the industry’s most extensive selection of premium tile visuals, Daltile gives you the freedom to explore endless tile design combinations with confidence. Whether you're going for sleek sophistication or curated contrast, we’re here to help you create a space that's beautifully and uniquely yours. Need some extra help? Head to a Daltile Showroom to get complimentary design services.