How To Choose the Right Grout Color for Your Tiles

People renovating the house concept by Curated Lifestyle is licensed with Unsplash License Grout color affects the visual appeal of tiles. While some hues blend with your tiles to create a clean and uniform look, others contrast against the flooring to form bold designs.

Grout color can also influence your perception of space. Light-colored grout makes a room feel larger, unlike dark-colored grout, which can make it appear smaller.

Here are the most common grout color options and the tile they can pair well with:

• White grout: This is a good match for light-colored porcelain, marble, and glass tiles. While its neat appearance is a major plus, maintaining it can be challenging.
• Black grout: Black grout is great for blending dark tiles or to contrast white tiles for a dramatic look.  
• Gray grout: Gray grout complements many types of tiles, and light gray grouts offer some maintenance benefits of hiding dirt making maintenance simple.
• Colored grout: Colored grout, while offered in a more limited color palette, can complement colorful tiles from blues to greens.

You should consider the following before choosing your grout color:

• Design aesthetic: Pick a grout color that matches your design style. White or gray grout is ideal if you want to create a minimalist design with a contemporary look.
• Tile color and finish: The grout color you select should complement your tiles' color and finish without overshadowing them. We recommend neutral grout colors for flooring with earthy tones, such as natural stone tiles. Grout with sanded added such as TEC Powergrout, is great for matte finish tiles. Grout with a smooth, unsanded look, like our Mapei FA grout is ideal for glossy tiles.
• Room size: Grout color can affect visual perception. Choose a color that can help you attain your design goals. Light grout is great for small rooms as it can create the illusion of more space.
• Maintenance requirements: Grout color will affect how often you'll need to clean your floors.

The timeless charm and incredible versatility of the classic checkerboard tile design continue to make it a standout trend in 2025.

To give this traditional pattern a contemporary update, consider using tiles in softer, earthy tones instead of the usual black and white. These subtle hues add an elegant, modern twist to a style that has remained fashionable for centuries.

When laid diagonally, this design can even create the illusion of a larger space, making it a clever choice for smaller rooms. Its adaptability ensures it complements a variety of interiors, from classic to contemporary.

If you need help selecting the best grout color for your tiles, visit one of our locations in Northern New Jersey, or get in touch with us at Wayne Tile Company. We can guide you in making a smart choice. Besides, we offer many tile options that could suit your project, including porcelain tiles and ceramic options.