Natural Stone Shower Tile

Natural stone gives a shower a spa-like look that lasts. Marble, travertine and onyx all work on shower walls, floors, niches and benches when they are sealed and installed over a proper waterproofing system. This page helps you choose the stone, finish and format, then points you to the right collections.

Choose the stone

• White marble for a clean, bright look: White Carrara, Thassos and Calacatta Gold.
• Travertine for a warm, earthy look: Ivory, Brown Noce and Scabos.
• Onyx as a feature wall or niche: see onyx tile.

Not sure about color? Use the stone color guide.

Choose the finish

Polished stone is glossy and works well on shower walls. For the shower floor, honed and tumbled finishes give more grip underfoot. Browse honed, tumbled and polished tile, or read how the finishes differ.

Choose the format

• Subway tile and floor and wall tile for walls.
• Hexagon and square mosaics for shower floors, since the many grout lines add grip and the small pieces follow the slope to the drain.
• Shower niches and corner shelves in matching stone.
• Trim and molding to finish edges and corners. The trim guide shows each piece.

Plan, seal and care

1. Work out how much tile you need with the tile calculator, and add extra for cuts.
2. Order a sample to check color and finish in your own light.
3. Have a qualified installer waterproof the shower before tiling.
4. Seal the stone and grout, and keep it sealed. See how to seal marble tile and the shower tile guide.
5. Clean with a pH-neutral stone cleaner, never vinegar or bleach. See stone care.

Shipping is free on every order. For a large project, ask for a quote, or apply for a trade account if you buy for clients.