Description
Metro Red Gloss Subway Tile is a bold, visually striking colourway in the classic subway format, its pressed and bevelled edges giving the tile genuine texture and dimension beyond a flat, uniform surface. That bevel catches light differently across the wall depending on viewing angle, which adds a subtle dynamic quality a flat-edge tile in the same colour wouldn’t have.
Red is a genuinely committed colour choice for a splashback or feature wall, and it works best when the surrounding fittings, cabinetry and grout are deliberately chosen to either contrast or complement it — a neutral grout keeps the tile itself as the clear focal point, while a closer-toned grout lets the bevelled texture do more of the visual work. At 196mm x 96mm, it sits close to a standard subway proportion, giving flexibility across common laying patterns.
At 196mm x 96mm, Metro Red Gloss sits close to the classic subway tile proportion, and its bold red colourway makes a genuine style statement as a feature splashback or accent wall rather than disappearing into a neutral background. The pressed and bevelled edge detail adds subtle shadow lines between tiles once grouted, giving the finished surface real depth and definition that a straight, unbevelled edge wouldn’t provide.
As a gloss finish ceramic tile it reflects light well, which helps a red splashback or feature area feel vibrant rather than flat, particularly under kitchen or bathroom lighting. Because it’s a wall tile, it hasn’t been rated for the loads and slip requirements floor tiles need to meet, so it should be kept to vertical wet-area applications such as splashbacks and shower walls.
Its bevelled, pressed edge also makes it a practical choice where a slightly more refined, traditional subway tile edge is wanted alongside the bold red colourway, giving installers a genuinely striking option for a feature splashback.
Technical Specifications
| Size | 196mm x 96mm |
|---|---|
| Finish | Gloss |
| Edge | Pressed / bevelled |
| Material | Ceramic |
| Suitability | Walls, residential and commercial |
Where to Use
- Splashbacks and wet-area feature walls
- Residential and commercial wall applications
- Statement walls wanting a bold, contemporary colour
How to Apply
- Plan the layout — choose a laying pattern before starting.
- Calculate quantity — order to the nearest square metre, allowing extra for cuts.
- Fix with a suitable tile adhesive — select an adhesive rated for the substrate and wall application.
- Grout — choose a contrasting or matching grout colour to suit the desired finished look.
Important Notes
- This is a wall tile — confirm suitability before considering it for a floor application.
- Order to the nearest whole square metre, allowing extra for cuts and pattern layout.
