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What’s old is most certainly new again, according to Pinterest’s 2025 fall trend report. Retro watches, patchwork hoodies, 1920s kitchens, grunge makeup—these are just some of the throwbacks that are resurfacing thanks to inquisitive users. Another classic detail they’re searching for in droves? Out of all the trending tile styles, “vintage tile” had the largest spike (it’s up 1,107 percent). It’s getting even more eyeballs than striped tile bathrooms, which are all the rage these days.
Pinners might simply be wanting to virtually escape to dreamy rooms with worn-in tile or they might be hoping to buy new tile that’s designed to look antique. But we really hope they’re looking for clever ways to reuse vintage tiles in their renovations. Here’s our short list of where to shop for vintage tile, plus how we’ve seen designers give old material a second life in kitchens, bathrooms, and beyond.
Where to Shop for Vintage Tile Online
- Etsy
- Vintage Tile Shop
- The Antique Floor Company
- Olde Good Things
- Storied Salvage Tile Co.
- Chairish
- Deltftiles.com
- Historic Houseparts
Make It All About the Trim
One way to spice up basic square or white subway tile is to frame it in something sweet and traditional. Designer Samantha Tannehill found this vintage floral trim in a store in Massachusetts and had just enough to create a border around her guest bathroom.
Take Your Time Collecting
The fireplace in this tiny English home has been swathed with antique manganese Delft tiles collected over a number of years. While some places like Delfttiles.com carry large batches, that’s not always the case. If you can only scoop up 14 or so at a time, try to enjoy the process and know that one day, you’ll complete a cohesive project.
Create a Clear Cut-Off Point
In true artist fashion, Lindy McDonough and Conor MacKean covered their Rhode Island bathroom in vintage milky gray tile sourced from a bar belonging to a friend’s mom. With only a finite amount available (and no desire to move plumbing), they added a brass piece to bridge the gap between the ceramic squares and wood floor.
Fill in the Gaps
This Pittsburgh kitchen’s circa-1926 blue and white tile is a serious blast from the past—there was no question Lexi Ribar and Morgan Stewart of Studio Lithe were keeping it. After discovering some big gaps in certain areas, they tracked down a woman online who was selling historic white tiles from the 1920s that matched the tone and scale perfectly. Trendy zellige could never.
Vintage Tiles We’re Loving
