6x6 is a mid-size square with a handmade, craftsman feel. It is large enough to read as tile, small enough to keep the grout lines lively.
- Face size
- 6 in x 6 in
- Coverage
- 4 pieces per sq ft
- Best for
- Walls and dry floors
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6x6 in three layouts
Where 6x6 works best
- Shower walls in craftsman and farmhouse bathrooms
- Floors in small bathrooms and powder rooms
- Tub surrounds
- Entry floors
What we like and what to know
What we like
- Four pieces per square foot is easy to lay and easy to clean
- Works on walls and on dry floors
- Looks good in matte, glossy and handmade-style finishes
What to know
- Too large to follow a shower pan slope, so use a smaller tile in the shower floor
- Visible grid in every direction
Layouts that suit 6x6
Stacked (Straight Lay) · Diagonal (45-Degree) · Checkerboard
How we set 6x6
6x6 is set with a medium-bed mortar, with the pattern started from the center line so the cut tiles at the corners match in size.
Plan it before you decide
The Shower Builder lets you choose the tile size, the layout, the grout, the metal finish and the niche, and shows a 3D model as you go. Pine handles all pricing personally at the consultation — he’ll take great care of you.
6x6 questions
Can I use 6x6 on a shower floor?
Not on a sloped pan. We use a small mosaic there and keep 6x6 for walls and dry floors.
Is 6x6 a good size for a small bathroom?
Yes. The scale is human and the joint lines stay pleasant in a tight room.
Related sizes
4x4 · 3x6 Subway · 8x8 · 12x12
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