Shaw Blooms Ceramic Tile 2x18 – 780TS

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Shaw Blooms 2x18 Gloss Handmade-Look Ceramic Accent Tile

Shaw Blooms 2x18 (Shaw style 780TS) is a nominal 2" x 18" glazed ceramic accent stick, measuring 17.71" x 1.96", with a soft, cloudy, handmade-look surface under a gloss glaze. It is the longest and slimmest piece in the Blooms ceramic line. Laid horizontally, the long, narrow sticks stretch a backsplash or shower wall visually and create crisp linear rhythm; stacked vertically, they draw the eye up and make a short wall feel taller. Moderate (V2) shade variation keeps the glaze looking hand-dipped from piece to piece, and Shaw rates the tile frost resistant.

Best for: Kitchen backsplashes, shower and tub walls, bathroom feature walls, fireplace surrounds, vanity walls, and outdoor kitchen backsplashes.

Colors

• Stormy Sea 00402: a deep denim navy that reads rich and saturated under the gloss, a strong choice for a bold vertical feature wall.
• Ivory Haze 00103: a soft, chalky ivory with a gently clouded surface that gives a white kitchen warmth without going yellow.
• Willow Moss 00302: a muted gray-green that sits calmly beside natural wood and brass, never looking loud.
• Petal Greige 00503: a warm greige leaning toward taupe, a quiet neutral for bathrooms that mix warm and cool finishes.
• Harvest Sun 00602: a mottled, rusty terracotta-orange with the most visible movement in the palette, good for a sunny, Mediterranean-style accent.
• Nightshade 00902: a charcoal-black stick that makes the slim proportions look graphic and modern, especially with light grout.

Why Choose Blooms 2x18

• Slim 17.71" x 1.96" format creates long linear lines that few accent tiles can match
• Gloss glaze with a cloudy, handmade-look surface that catches light along each stick
• Water absorption of 0.50% or less and a break strength of at least 250 lbf
• Frost resistant per Shaw, which allows exterior wall use
• Moderate (V2) shade variation for a hand-finished, artisan look
• Six colors that coordinate with Blooms Deco and Solid porcelain

Where to Install

Blooms 2x18 is an accent tile in Shaw's classification, which means vertical work only: kitchen backsplashes, shower and tub surrounds, bathroom feature walls, niches, fireplace surrounds and decorative bands. Its frost rating from Shaw opens up exterior walls too, such as an outdoor kitchen backsplash or a covered porch accent wall, provided the substrate is properly prepared. Do not use it on floors. Like most glazed ceramic, it is lighter and easier to cut than porcelain, which helps with long runs around outlets and window returns.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Shaw Blooms 2x18 tile be used on a floor? No. Shaw Blooms 2x18 is classified as an accent tile, so it should be installed on walls, backsplashes, shower walls and fireplace surrounds rather than on any floor.

What layout works best for 2x18 stick tile? Shaw Blooms 2x18 looks cleanest in a straight horizontal or vertical stack, which shows off its long narrow shape. If you prefer an offset, keep it to a third of the tile length or less and use a straightedge to keep the slim rows level.

Is Shaw Blooms 2x18 frost resistant? Yes. Blooms 2x18 carries a frost resistant rating from Shaw, which makes outdoor wall projects like a grill-station backsplash possible over a properly prepared exterior substrate.

How is Blooms 2x18 different from Blooms 2.5x10? Blooms 2x18 is a longer, thinner stick that creates sleek linear lines, while Blooms 2.5x10 is a shorter, slightly wider piece with a more traditional subway rhythm. Both share the same six glazed colors, so they can be combined on one project.

What grout color goes with Blooms Harvest Sun? A warm off-white or sand grout lets the mottled terracotta of Blooms Harvest Sun stand out, while a matching rust or tan grout makes the 2x18 sticks read as one continuous field of color.

Product Specs

• Style: Blooms 2x18 #780TS
• Brand: Shaw Floors
• Look: Handmade-look glazed stick, solid colors
• Material: Glazed Ceramic
• Size: 17.71" x 1.96" (nominal 2" x 18")
• Thickness: 0.354"
• Finish: Gloss
• Shade Variation: Moderate (V2)
• Water Absorption: ≤ 0.50%
• Wet DCOF: ≥ 0.42
• Break Strength: ≥ 250 lbf
• Frost Resistant: Yes
• Use: Walls, backsplashes and accents (interior and exterior walls)
• Sq. Ft. Per Box: 7.27
• Minimum Order: 250 sq. ft.
• Made In: Spain
• Complete Specs: View spec sheet
• Warranty: View Shaw tile warranty

Design Pairing Guide

Stormy Sea pairs with white quartz counters, unlacquered brass and crisp white walls for a nautical kitchen. Ivory Haze works with oak or walnut cabinets, cream paint and aged bronze pulls, set with a bright white grout. Willow Moss suits cane, rattan and warm brass in a bathroom with plaster-white walls. Petal Greige sits well beside taupe vanities, brushed nickel and linen-colored grout. Harvest Sun is a natural partner for terracotta pots, black iron fixtures and limewash walls. Nightshade looks sharp with matte black faucets, white oak shelving and a pale gray grout that outlines each stick.

Browse more ceramic tile, see the coordinating Blooms Deco porcelain tile, or compare the shorter Blooms 2.5x10 ceramic tile.