Brick Look Tile

Brick look tile gives you the warm, worn character of old brick in a thin tile you can set on walls and floors. Choose porcelain for an easy-care brick look, or real clay brick tile for the true texture and colour of fired brick. Both work for kitchen backsplashes, accent walls, fireplace surrounds and entry floors.

Porcelain brick look vs real clay brick tile

Where it works

• Kitchen backsplash. Porcelain is the easier choice behind a stove because grease wipes off. If you choose clay, seal it before grouting and again over time.
• Accent and feature walls. Clay brick or textured porcelain adds depth to living rooms, bars and basements.
• Fireplace surround. Porcelain and clay brick tile are both used around fireplaces. Follow your fireplace maker's clearance rules and the tile's specs for heat.
• Entry, mudroom and patio floors. Use floor-rated porcelain pavers such as 4x8 brick pavers. For outdoor use, check the exterior and slip ratings.

Size and layout

Most brick looks come in 2x8, 2.25x7.5 (modular brick size), 2x10 or 4x8. Running bond is the classic brick layout. Herringbone and basketweave work well on floors. See herringbone tile.

Grout changes the whole look

• White or light grey grout: a softer, whitewashed brick look.
• Mid grey grout: the classic city brick look.
• Charcoal grout: a darker, modern look that hides dirt on floors. Brick look tile is usually set with wider joints than regular tile, so pick the grout colour with a sample board, not from the tile alone.

What to check before you buy

• Floor or wall rating. Some brick tiles are wall-only. Check the product before you use it on a floor.
• Outside corners. For walls that wrap a corner, check whether the series has corner pieces.
• Sealing (clay only). Plan time to seal clay brick before and after grouting.
• Shade variation. Brick looks are meant to vary. Mix pieces from several boxes as you install.
• Order extra. About 10–15% for cuts, more for herringbone.
• Order a sample. Brick colour changes a lot between photo and real light. Use "Get Sample" on any product page.

Related Collections

• Bedrosians Brick Tiles
• Backsplash Tile
• Subway Tile
• Herringbone Tile
• Outdoor Tile
• Stone Look Tile

Frequently Ask Questions (FAQs)

Q) Can brick look tile go on floors?

A) Many porcelain brick looks are floor-rated, and 4x8 brick pavers are made for floors. Some brick tiles are wall-only, so check each product.

Q) Does brick tile need sealing?

A) Porcelain brick look does not. Real clay brick tile usually does, before and after grouting.

Q) Can I use brick tile around a fireplace?

A) es, porcelain and clay brick tile are both common on fireplace surrounds. Follow your fireplace maker's clearance rules and the tile's heat specs.