Tiles installed diagonally are at a 45 degree angle to the walls.
Marble straight or diagonal.
Apart from playing on an existing design classic diagonal floor tiles create an illusion of a bigger space.
While a diagonal pattern might seem logical if you are using big tiles for an expansive space such as a large kitchen or great room floor many people worry that diagonal tiles can look too busy in a smaller bathroom and if you are a diyer planning to install the tiles yourself you might worry that.
The checkerboard pattern uses two different colored tiles in an alternating straight or diagonal pattern to create a bold dramatic statement.
Straight in laying tile.
White carrara marble with a fine gray vein pattern adds a touch of sophisticated timeless style to rectangular or square tiles in traditional floor patterns such as straight course.
Often seen with classic black and white marble tiles this pattern can also be used with colored tiles for a unique and daring design.
Homeowners often shy away from diagonal tile layouts also called bias layouts in a bathroom.