Our white subway tiles are available in different sizes, finishes and textures, giving you several ways to create the right look for your renovation. Before choosing a product, confirm where it can be installed and compare how each surface will work with the other finishes in your room.
Check Where the Tile Can Be Used
Our current subway tile range consists of wall tiles. Depending on the individual product specifications, these tiles may suit kitchen and laundry splashbacks, bathroom walls and selected feature areas.
Always check the listed application before ordering. Do not assume every ceramic subway tile is suitable for floors, shower walls or all wet areas. The product information will help you confirm whether the tile suits your intended location.
The substrate, waterproofing requirements and installation method must also suit the application. If you are unsure, speak with a qualified tiler before purchasing or installing your tiles.
Compare Gloss, Matte, Smooth and Textured Finishes
The surface finish affects how a white subway tile reflects light and how it looks once installed.
Gloss white tiles reflect more light and create a bright, polished finish. They are a popular option for kitchen and laundry splashbacks, particularly in areas with limited natural light. Matte tiles offer a softer appearance with less reflection and can work well in bathrooms and more understated interiors.
Smooth subway tiles create a consistent surface that keeps the focus on the tile size, laying pattern and grout. Ripple or textured tiles reflect light unevenly, adding depth and subtle variation while retaining the versatility of a white tile.
We regularly help Perth customers compare white tiles that appear similar online but look noticeably different in person. The finish, texture and lighting can make one white tile appear warmer, cooler, brighter or softer than another.
Visit our Guildford showroom to compare the current range before ordering. You can also bring samples of your cabinetry, benchtop or flooring to see how each tile works with the other finishes in your room.
Choose a Subway Tile Size
Tile size affects the scale of the finished wall, the number of visible grout joints and the amount of cutting required during installation.
Shorter rectangular subway tiles create more joints across the surface. This can make the laying pattern more noticeable, particularly with contrasting grout. Longer formats create broader horizontal or vertical lines and can give a splashback or feature wall a cleaner, more streamlined appearance.
The best size also depends on the dimensions of the tiled area. Consider how the tile will fit around corners, power points, cabinetry, tapware and other fixtures. A tile that fits the available space with fewer awkward cuts may produce a neater result and help reduce wastage.
Check the product grid for the dimensions currently available in our white subway tile range. For more detailed advice about proportions, grout lines and room applications, read our tile size guide.
Once you have compared the available sizes and finishes, consider how the tile will work in your kitchen, bathroom or laundry.
Where White Subway Tiles Work Best
White subway tiles can suit several wall applications across the home. Before ordering, check that the selected product is listed for the specific area you plan to tile.
Kitchen Splashbacks
White kitchen subway tiles can create a practical splashback behind benchtops, sinks and cooking areas when approved for that application. Gloss finishes reflect more light, while matte surfaces create a softer look. A ripple or textured face adds subtle shadows and variation across the wall.
Follow the product care instructions when cleaning your finished splashback.
Bathroom Walls
Bathroom subway tiles can work well behind a vanity, across a feature wall or on other suitable wall areas. Shower-wall suitability depends on the individual tile and installation requirements, so check the product specifications before purchasing.
Our guide to white subway tiles in bathrooms provides more detailed advice about styling, practical considerations and choosing tiles for smaller spaces.
Laundry Splashbacks and Feature Walls
A white subway tile splashback can provide a clean finish behind a laundry trough or benchtop. White subway tiles may also suit selected feature walls where the product is approved for the intended application.
Once you know where the tile will be installed, compare the full project cost rather than choosing from the displayed tile price alone.
How to Compare Subway Tile Prices
The product grid shows our current subway tile prices, box coverage and availability. Compare the price per square metre as well as the price per box, as the number of tiles and coverage can vary between products.
Your total project cost may also include:
- Additional tiles for cuts, breakages and future repairs
- Adhesive and grout
- Trims or other finishing products
- Waterproofing where required
- Delivery
- Professional installation
Your chosen layout can affect the quantity required. Patterns involving more cuts may increase wastage and labour compared with a straightforward brick bond or stacked layout. A qualified tiler can help calculate the correct quantity for your wall and planned pattern.
We regularly remind customers to check box coverage before comparing products on price alone. The lowest box price may not provide the lowest cost per square metre or the right quantity for the project.
Measure the tiled area carefully and allow an appropriate amount for wastage before ordering. Browse the current products above to compare white subway tile prices, sizes, finishes and box coverage.
How Pattern and Grout Change the Finished Look
The laying pattern and grout colour can make the same white subway tile look very different.
Brick bond provides a familiar offset layout, while stacked patterns create straighter lines. Herringbone adds more movement but usually requires extra planning, cutting and installation time. Compare these and other subway tile patterns before ordering, as your chosen layout may affect the quantity of tiles required.
Grout close to the tile colour creates a more blended surface and keeps the focus on the overall wall. Grey or darker grout makes each tile and joint more visible, placing greater emphasis on the pattern. Strong contrast can also highlight uneven grout joints or cuts.
Consider the tile finish, room lighting and the other colours in the space before making your choice. Our guide on how to choose grout colour explains the options in more detail.
Which White Subway Tile Is Right for Your Perth Home?
The right white subway tile depends on where it will be installed and the result you want to achieve. Start by confirming that the product suits your intended wall application. You can then compare the available sizes, finishes and textures.
Choose gloss for a brighter, more reflective surface or matte for a softer appearance. Smooth tiles create a consistent finish, while ripple or textured tiles add subtle variation. Tile size, laying pattern and grout colour will also affect the overall look and installation requirements.
Before ordering, compare the price per square metre, box coverage and quantity required for cuts and wastage. Check the individual product listing for current specifications, prices and availability.
Browse our white subway tiles online or visit Ross’s Discount Home Centre in Guildford to compare the current range in person. Our team can help you understand the differences between the available products so you can choose the right tile for your Perth renovation.
