Green Tiles

Why green is the UK's best-selling tile colour right now

Green has been the fastest-growing tile colour in the UK over the past two years, driven by a broader shift toward biophilic design and a move away from all-white, all-grey interiors. At Top Ceramics, green now accounts for the largest share of tile sales across the whole range – and with four core shades to choose from, there's a version of green for almost every room and style.

Forest green: bold and timeless

Forest green is our best-selling shade overall. Deep and enclosing, it suits traditional Victorian and Edwardian homes as well as modern bistro-style kitchens, and pairs particularly well with brass and gold fixtures. It's especially popular as green metro tiles for kitchen and bathroom walls, and is also available in larger wall tile formats.

Sage green: soft and contemporary

Sage is the softer, more muted option – a natural fit for Scandinavian minimalism and cottage core interiors. It works well with white or cream fixtures, wood accents and matt finishes, and suits smaller rooms where a heavier colour might feel overwhelming. Explore our full sage green tiles range for the complete shade selection.

Emerald and mint: fresh statement shades

Emerald is intense and luxurious, often paired with marble effects and white or dark grey grout for a premium finish – our green marble tiles in emerald and dark green are a popular choice for feature walls. Mint is lighter and fresher, and a common pick for small bathrooms and cloakrooms, where it helps open up the space. Browse the full mint green tiles range for lighter, brighter options.

Shop green tiles by style and format

Green metro tiles for kitchens and bathrooms

Metro is the classic green tile format – 7.5×30 cm or 10×30 cm, laid in herringbone or brick bond. It suits kitchen splashbacks and full bathroom walls equally well, and looks best in a high gloss finish, which deepens the colour and is easy to keep clean.

Green marble effect tiles

Green marble-effect tiles combine rich natural tones with realistic veining to recreate the luxurious appearance of genuine marble. From soft sage greens to deeper emerald hues, they bring depth, elegance and a timeless character to both classic and contemporary interiors.

Green hexagon tiles

Hexagon tiles bring a distinctive, retro edge to green – small 5 cm hexagons in forest green or sage against white grout give an art deco look that works particularly well on bathroom and WC floors. See the full hexagon tiles range for more shapes and sizes.

Large format green floor tiles

Large formats such as 60×60 cm and 60×120 cm in forest green or emerald suit living rooms, hallways and open-plan spaces. Choose a matt finish for floors, where slip resistance matters, and a polished finish for walls.

Where to use green tiles in your home

Green bathroom wall tiles

Green bathroom tiles work well as a full feature wall behind the bath in forest green metro, a shower enclosure in sage, or a single emerald accent wall against white elsewhere in the room. For more layout ideas, see our green bathroom tiles ideas guide.

Green kitchen splashback tiles

Forest green metro as a splashback behind the hob is a familiar look in British farmhouse and bistro-style kitchens, and pairs equally well with white, cream or navy cabinetry.

Green floor tiles for hallways and living rooms

Large green floor tiles make a strong first impression in a hallway, while green hexagons are a popular choice for smaller WC or cloakroom floors.

Styling green tiles: colours, grout and fixtures

Best grout colours for green tiles

Pair forest green with a dark grey or anthracite grout – white grout tends to pull focus away from the depth of the colour. Sage works best with white or light grey grout to keep the look soft, while emerald suits a gold or brass epoxy grout for a premium finish. For a fuller breakdown, see our guide on what colour grout for green tiles.

What goes with green tiles? Colour combinations

Forest green with brass or gold and warm wood reads as bistro or maximalist. Sage with white and terracotta suits cottagecore and Scandi interiors. Emerald with black and white marble gives a luxury hotel feel, while mint with chrome and white keeps things clean and modern.

High gloss vs matt green tiles: which finish works best?

High gloss is our default finish for green tiles – it deepens the colour, reflects light and works best on walls. Matt gives a warmer, more textured look, offers better grip underfoot and suits the current raw, cottage core aesthetic. As a rule of thumb: gloss for walls, matt for floors.

Green tiles at Top Ceramics

How much do green tiles cost in the UK?

Our green tiles start from  £6.89 per m², up to £34.89 per m² for premium marble-effect and large-format designs – up to 40% less than high street retailers.

Order free green tile samples

Ordering a free sample is the easiest way to see how a green tile will look in your own space before placing a full order. Natural and artificial lighting can change the appearance of colour and finish, so viewing a sample at home helps you make a confident choice. Free samples can be ordered directly from each product page, making it quick and easy to compare your favourite designs before making a final decision.

FAQ

What shade of green is best for a small bathroom?

Sage green or mint are the best choices for a small bathroom – their lighter tone reflects more light and makes the space feel bigger, especially paired with white grout and a gloss finish. Darker shades like forest green or emerald can still work, but are best used as a single accent wall rather than covering all four walls in a compact room.

Do green tiles go with grey?

Yes – green and grey is one of the most popular pairings in UK interiors right now. Forest green with mid-grey walls, fixtures or accessories gives a balanced, modern look, while sage green with light grey suits a softer Scandi style. It's worth avoiding very cool, blue-grey tones next to forest green, as the two can clash rather than complement each other.

Are green tiles still in style in 2026?

Yes – green remains the most popular tile colour in the UK in 2026, backed up by both search demand and our own sales data. The wider move toward biophilic design and natural colour palettes has kept green tiles firmly in demand among interior designers and homeowners, and we don't expect that to change soon.

Can green tiles be used on floors?

Yes – green tiles work well on floors as long as you choose the right finish. Look for a matt or textured surface with an R9 or R10 slip rating for floor use.

How do you style green tiles?

Keep the rest of the palette simple: pair forest green with brass or gold fixtures and a dark grout, sage with wood, white ceramics and cream plaster, and emerald with black and metal accents. Whichever shade you choose, let it lead the room as the main statement, rather than competing with other bold colours.