Wall Tiles
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Backsplashes, shower surrounds, and feature walls - hand-cut wall tile installed by Rockford's most-requested tile setters.
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Backsplashes, showers, and feature walls in Rockford
Wall tile is where a tile setter's skill is most visible. Cuts at outlets, end-pieces against cabinets, miters at corners, and grout lines at the ceiling all read at eye level - there's nowhere to hide a sloppy job. Flooring Trends installs wall tile across Rockford for kitchen backsplashes, shower surrounds, full bath wet walls, fireplace surrounds, and accent feature walls, often as part of the bathroom and kitchen remodel work we do alongside flooring - see our full [services](/services) list.
We carry subway tile, handmade zellige, large-format porcelain slabs, marble and travertine, glass mosaics, and the textured 3D tile that's everywhere right now in primary bathrooms.
Where wall tile changes a room
A well-chosen wall tile is one of the cheapest ways to make a room look custom-built. Most projects finish in 2-3 days for less than the cost of new cabinets or counters - and a [mosaic tile](/mosaic-tile) accent band or niche adds even more character without a full remodel.
- Kitchen backsplashes - protects walls from grease and water, reads as a finished design element
- Shower and tub surrounds - waterproof, easy to clean, lasts as long as the house
- Powder room feature walls - high-impact look that doesn't require remodeling
- Fireplace surrounds - heat-safe tile in stone or concrete looks
- Laundry and mudroom splash walls - protects drywall from water and dirt
Special Financing Available*
*Subject to credit approval. Minimum monthly payments required. See design consultant for details.
Learn moreHow our own crew installs wall tile
We start by checking the wall for plumb and flat - a 1/8" bow over 4 feet means tile will telegraph the wave. We add backer board or skim-coat as needed, then dry-lay the pattern to confirm cuts land in symmetrical places (centered over the range, balanced at corners).
Showers get a full waterproofing membrane behind the tile, niches are framed and waterproofed before tile goes up, and every cut at an outlet or fixture is hand-trimmed to fit snugly behind the cover plate. We finish with sealed grout (or epoxy on showers) and a final wipe-down. If you're planning a floor-and-wall project together, see our [tile flooring](/tile-flooring) page too.
Wall tile pricing in Rockford
Pricing includes tile, thinset, grout, professional installation, and basic wall prep. Custom niches and full waterproofing systems quoted separately.
| Option | Typical price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard subway tile backsplash | $14.99 - $19.99 / sq ft | Kitchen and bath backsplashes |
| Designer ceramic or porcelain | $19.99 - $27.99 / sq ft | Patterned, handmade, or zellige |
| Full shower surround (3 walls) | $3,800 - $7,500 total | Includes waterproofing and niche |
| Natural stone or marble walls | $24.99 - $38.99 / sq ft | Marble, travertine, limestone |
Backsplash projects typically finish in 1-2 days; full shower remodels in 5-7 days. [Book a free estimate](/free-estimate) and we'll bring tile samples to your home.
Wall Tiles - frequently asked questions
Most kitchen backsplashes run $1,200 to $2,800 installed, depending on tile selection and square footage. We provide a flat, all-in quote during the in-home estimate.
Yes - every shower we install includes a full waterproofing system behind the tile, properly sloped pre-pitch, and a sealed pan. We don't install shower tile without it.
For dry-area backsplashes (away from sinks), yes. For shower surrounds and wet walls, we always strip the drywall and install cement backer board or a foam tile-backer system.
We bring grout samples to the in-home estimate and let you pick the color before installation day. Most homes choose a tone-on-tone grout that fades the lines, but contrast grout is back in style for subway tile. Read what other Rockford homeowners thought in our [reviews](/reviews).
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If you notice any issue with your flooring, document it and give us a call. Because our own employees did the install, we know exactly what was done and how to fix it - we'll assess the situation and make it right at no extra charge.
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