GeoPatternLabPinwheel Tiling
Aperiodic pinwheel substitution tiling of right triangles.
Each right triangle splits into five smaller ones — the orientations never settle into a repeat.
About Pinwheel Tiling
The pinwheel tiling is an aperiodic tiling in which triangles appear in infinitely many orientations. Set the subdivision depth to control detail, recolor the triangles, and export razor-sharp SVG or a high-resolution PNG of this famous non-repeating pattern.
How to use Pinwheel Tiling
- Adjust the parameters. Use the side panel to shape your Pinwheel Tiling design in real time.
- Explore variations. Press Randomize to discover new variations, or copy the share link to reproduce an exact result.
- Export. Download your artwork as a high-resolution PNG or a scalable SVG.
Frequently asked questions
What is Pinwheel Tiling?
The pinwheel tiling is an aperiodic tiling in which triangles appear in infinitely many orientations. Set the subdivision depth to control detail, recolor the triangles, and export razor-sharp SVG or a high-resolution PNG of this famous non-repeating pattern. It runs entirely in your web browser on GeoPatternLab, free and with no sign-up.
Is Pinwheel Tiling free to use?
Yes. Pinwheel Tiling on GeoPatternLab is completely free, with no sign-up or download required. Create as much art as you like and export it directly from your browser.
How do I download my Pinwheel Tiling artwork?
Use the export buttons in the toolbar to save your work as a high-resolution PNG or a scalable SVG. Files download straight to your device.
Does Pinwheel Tiling work on phones and tablets?
Yes. Pinwheel Tiling is fully responsive and works with touch input on phones and tablets as well as with a mouse or trackpad on desktop.
Can I use Pinwheel Tiling artwork commercially?
Yes. Artwork you create with Pinwheel Tiling is yours to use for personal and commercial projects, such as wallpapers, prints, textiles, and teaching materials. See our Terms of Use for full details.
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