Don’t forget about grout!
Don’t forget about grout!
When it comes to grout, no two colours are the same. This seemingly simple choice can create vastly different results throughout your space - adding brightness, emphasising contrast, or even injecting an unexpected shade.
Just like your style, your grout selection is completely personal. Maybe you’ve had a colour in mind since you found your favourite tiles, or maybe it’s a last minute decision and you’re looking for some inspiration. Either way, we’re here to make your grout choice easier!
Grout For Stone and Stone Looks
If your chosen tiles are limestone, marble, or some kind of stone or stone effect, usually you want to let the grout act as a supporting side character. Select a matching shade that harmonises with the warm or cool tones in the stone for a seamless look that lets the natural look sing. Choose a lighter grout to create a sense of freshness, or draw the eye to sleek lines with a darker shade.
Grout For Wood-Look Tiles
Wood-look tiles are a modern marvel. They allow the timeless charm of grained and knotted wood to be enjoyed in high moisture areas without the risk of staining, warping, and wear. To pair with wood-looks, a matching wood-toned grout shade offers a softened, subtle look that smoothes out the space between each tile. If you prefer a more traditional finish, grout in a dark contrasting shade helps to emphasise shadow for an authentic natural wood effect.
Grout For Patterned Tiles
Once you’ve picked your pattern you can turn your attention to grout. Go classic with a calm neutral to let the tiles do the talking and pick the white, black, or grey that suits your space. Create a homogenous look by selecting a grout in the tile’s dominant shade, or have fun by choosing a colour from within the tile’s pattern. Alternatively you could open the door to playful contrast and pick an entirely different colour to match with the walls or towels, or just select a shade that sparks joy.
Grout For Plain Tiles
Plain tiles offer the widest scope for grout colour choice. Their singular shade can be matched with or contrasted against for countless variations. You can emphasise your tile layout with a black grout and a white tile, or colour match to let the grout lines sink into the background. You can add vibrant pigments for a subtle pop of colour against a neutral tile, or you can lean into unique design with two bold shades that demand equal attention.
The choices, looks, and styles are endless but don’t forget the practical side. Where the grout is going should also factor into your decision making - darker is better for the floor but go wild on the walls!