The grout color can create different effects or visually blend away.
Brown tile and grout color combinations.
Reverse the classic with black subway tile and white grout.
If your tile color is light and you choose a dark color of grout you are opting for a contrasting color design.
The paste that fills the spaces between each tile hardly seems like the most significant design element but the grout you choose especially the color can completely transform the look of the.
To get an idea how this affects your tile let s take a look at the basketweave design done in contrasting similar and neutral colored grouts.
Grout size the thickness of the grout is almost as important to the look as the color as it can make the grout stand out or disappear almost completely if you choose a wider or tighter tile spacing.
To help you choose the right grout color for your tile scheme here are some favorite looks you might want to consider along with some general advice for virtually every tiling scenario you might encounter.
Light or dark grout can work with most tile colors.
The same is true if your tile color is dark and you choose a light colored grout.
For example we love white subway tile with black grey or white grout.
Or go with a neutral tile and colored grout.
Pick a brightly colored tile and neutral grout.
Colorful combinations with subway tile are popular on laundry or kitchen backsplashes.
Tile shape will also affect the grout sizing at times especially with circular forms like this penny tile.