It sounds like your island is kind of the star so you dont want the walls to be too busy. Just paint the grout with grout colorant. I like the darker colors, I agree that the light is too stark. Is there an online app you could use with a wide shot of your kitchen to play with the grout colors to see what each looks like in the larger picture? Someone mentioned chatting with a realtor great idea! Or try out a sample of the Delorean, but definitely not the bright white or charcoal. Model # 5UJ500011. But if you arent staying there forever, maybe that isnt something to worry, because the buyer might not consider that especially if they like the rest of the house. Thickness: 3/8, 5/16. We had that happen and were able to apply a colored sealer that made all the grout lines the same color. Opens in a new tab. I was told it would dry down lighter still waiting. No, the backsplash probably wouldnt keep someone from buying the house, but it might get you a lower offer. Mount Carmel, IL. Snow white. Keep us posted! Something that translates much easier to all decor styles, not just 1920s style. I like the charcoal but I would go with the snow white because hubby has to live there, too, and you love him. White is the current trend with builders in my area right now. Definitely go with the charcoal. Delorean grey! Gray is a compromise even if it were a medium light gray color. And second the question re: floor + wall- why go different? Is there a way to lighten grout? With white, you have to worry about stains and such. The charcoal would also enhance the countertop and hardware colors. Its a gray but the exact one escapes me. Be sure to seal the countertops before grouting the walls as the grouting process can stain the marble. Would have to see the grey but you need more contrast than the two whites. Ick! Id say that unless youre very sure that its what you want, and youre going with high-end finishes, DO NOT DO BROWN GROUT. A type of white that's slightly darker than bright white. Timeless bright white subway wall tile Ceramic tile for kitchen backsplashes, bathroom and shower walls Pair it with coordinating white mosaic and wall tile View More Details Color/Finish: Bright White Approximate Tile Size: 3x6 3x6 Pack Size: case Need a closer look? kitchen grime. Go with the gray you will be happy you did! I know its probably too late for that but these are the grout curiosities I have myself . I just did this for a bathroom-large white subway and medium grey grout using a 1/16 spacer. ( our grout is grey) It is more expensive however the grout does not get dirty and you do not have to re seal it if say you are there for more than a couple of years. Ive never done it and Im scared to do it, but its something to think about especially after seeing this beaut. The Home Depot Restore Bright White (Daltile labels this color RE15.) I wish I had gone with a grey grout in the first place. http://herbzz.com/impressive-dark-bathroom-designs/_pendant-lighting_towel-holder_ceiling-light_dark-bathroom_black-tile_wall-tile_dark-flooring_gray-tile_dark-brown_wooden-cabinet_dark-countertop_brass-mirror_brass-lamps/. Personally, Im loving the posts that were drafts. No matter what color you choose, Im sure it will look very nice. The answer to me is REALLY easy. Next up was Snow White. The charcoal looks like filthy grout. The photos are very inspirational and I might even say this post is slightly life-changing . It still feels light but is less resistant to stain as you mention (and Emily mentions this too), and also you dont have it leaning cream/beige which our clients just havent been as in to lately. Hey Andrea! Really like the contrast of the charcoal with white tiles. If you cant find the exact match, slighty darker will look more sophisticated than slightly lighter. For my particular installation, the consensus was that Snow White looked better because it matched the color of the countertop. some of the greys look pale on the chip, but in real life are quite dark. Thickness: . Unless you are a fanatical cleaner, the white grout will end up gray. My countertop is white with grey veining, so the grey grout would have looked really great. It will tie in the countertops with the backsplash and is softer than the charcoal. I really enjoy reading your blog every day, Thanks for your tireless efforts! Ive had both light and dark grout and i would NEVER do light grout again. {Remember, we bought this house because our last house sold unexpectedly and it was a better option than renting given that we only had 3 weeks to find a house. Because I would really, REALLY like to wrap this project up and move on the the next one. Its working, but its added weeks to our bathroom renovation. But it would be tough to paint over that charcoal! Impossible to keep it like it starts out. Id love a post on that. The whites will be a pain to keep white. J JL Cantabrigienne 30 followers More information Grouted shower walls - daltile arctic white subways, bright white grout. Delorian Gray would be my choice. i think it goes with counter and looks fabulous. I have white grout in both my bathrooms (built in 1978 and this is the original grout) and it looks pristine and clean. Both of you want this project to come to an end Im guessing him even more than you so choose something that you both can be satisfied with. I do love the slight contrast, but would have been happy with white/white too. I was skeptical, but one year later its still looking good as new Even behind my stove, where its splatter city. MAPEI. . It sounds amazing. Print. Does anyone have a super light gray or bone colored grout with white tiles? Ive had white grout. Id go grey or charcoal. I dont want to spend my time scrubbing tiles with a toothbrush, so I am saving to replace them. You should try the Delorean Gray. delorean has more of a lavender undertone. but I get compliments on my penny round floor tiles all of the time so I guess its a tradeoff. Thank you for this post, very useful . For flooring, Id without a doubt use a dark grout. We did the charcoal with white tile. I have a 1920 Spanish home and tons of grout! Charcoal is the traditional choice and also because somebody, at sometime is going to splash tomato sauce/wine/grease on the backsplash. Now there are endless colorseven metallic and glitter are available. To me the Snow White is reading creamy. It keeps the old world charm of the 1920s home but brings it up just a notch to the 21 century. i did see your disclaimer at the top, so i wasnt expecting much more on the analysis/advice-giving front, but i WAS hoping for more visuals with off-white or gray grout! The tile is suppose to be the focal pointnot the grout. Easy. Among the most popular options in the white tile category we have the subway tile. I did dolorean gray with my white subway tile in the shower and its great. It really makes the tiles look great!! YES! Delorean gray or Charcoal.
Prism Ultimate Performance Cement Grout - Arctic White, 6.8 lb | Home I know because Ive worked in one for years! Yay for a whole post about grout! Yes if you were going for a great individual expression you could use the charcoal but for resale purposes stick with the snow white. Conclusion lighter grout makes the room feel bigger. NOT the charcoal, if you are going to resell. From wider shots of your kitchen in previous posts, you have some beadboard that makes a vertical stripe. Please let us know the decision. I recognise the black brick with white tile photos although the source from which you have taken them is unattributed. grout, and it looks awful and dated and NEVER CLEAN. If your tiles are not exactly straight or the spaces not even, then using a darker grout will make them stand out like a sore thumb. I have a handsome husband, 2 kids and a flock of pet chickens. And whoever is doing the most cooking should be able to choose . The grey blends seamlessly. Please write back and let me know how everything is coming along. We have unusually dark brown limestone floors and dark wood work (1930s house) and wanted to keep things warm. I would go with the Delorean grey. I would use a gray that is about 50% lighter than the Delorean gray. NOT white!! I like Snow White, the gray looks like its old and dirty. Not sure I like the Fushion grout much either. Ive never used it but someday I want to have the right house for it. Blech. If you had to choose {and I am asking you to choose} bright white, snow white or charcoal grout, {or maybe even the Delorean grey which we didnt do a sample of} WHICH grout color do you think would look best with white walls and the tile we have up now. As long as its good enough and you dont have broken tile on the walls, it should be fine. There's some graying to it. Im team snow white. And if you like this whole Post We Never Published thing, check out our first one Mixing Pattern & Textures in Fashion (And Home), Opening Photo Credits: Photo by Tessa Neustadt | From: My Kitchen Design A Year Later: Lots To Love & Some Regrets, Im so glad this post made it to the blog. But sometimes its not. The charcoal is too much contrast. Emily! Charcoal or the lighter grey, but definitely charcoal. . Also with the charcoal any imperfections with show like crazy and look like a DIY job. But a light color is a great option for those of you with smaller kitchens or bathrooms as it will make them appear visually larger, even if they arent. This stuff keeps me up at night, drying out my eyes searching the internet. Plant your feet and insist. The overall feeling of the entire kitchen would then be more balanced and cohesive. Grey just adds another color and white is lovely for a bathroom. In fact, he people who built our house used white grout in the bathroom flooring as well, so I periodically have to paint in there, too. However, if you want to go with a safer choice, I would go with the Delorean Grey. The white and off-white are definitely out, but the charcoal is a bit much for me. one note: if you are brave enough to try to tile yourself (dont! I have a large white glass tile and the only bright white I can find has a bit of cream in it. A favorite of artists and designers. The end result might be a very busy versus restful kitchen, similar to the photo in the link. They have different cabinet and drawer construction. The best part about white subway tiles is that if you want to keep the look classic, you can simply use a matching grout. My daughter just had a bathroom put in in her basement and they used the charcoal grout. Also, I am not only curious about where your responding readers live but also if there seems to be a color preference in certain age groups. I would personally choose charcoal or grey see if they have your colors ( whatever you choose ) in a pre-sealed stained grout. I think it would be a nice middle ground for the two of you that falls between between charcoal and white. Thanks! Does it look more grey than Bright White. I dont care for the white or the charcoal. Look on the web or at Home Depot or Lowes (if you have one) at the different products for use on existing grout. (There were so many complications with this contractor I was afraid to ask them to re-grout for fear more problems would occur). It is a little busy though. Kitchen faucet - additional options like Waterstone and Waterworks. Your tile material should not matter as long as you keep the grout paint off of the tile. DeLorean for sure. I splurged and went with the stain resistant grout. And for resale, Id stick with pale grey or a white shade. Epoxy grout is our go to when we do white grout in commercial applications, which get WAY more use than your average home tiled area. These are good points. With the help of coupons, gardening and bartering I am able to squeeze the most out of our grocery budget and still manage to have a little fun along the way. I recently spent the better part of two days scrubbing and sealing the cream colored grout in my kitchen and bathrooms yuck! Yes! Despite sealing the grout the weekend we moved in, it stainsfrom oil, from spills, from who knows what. Wow this is what I call perfect timing! Best of luck! What a tough decision! Final installed shade may vary with tile type, color and porosity as well as jobsite conditions and finishing techniques. And if you dont really want delorian grey than charcoal. Why use same color for both? If you want your wall to disappear then matching grout to tile color is good. Houzz Pro: One simple solution for contractors and design pros. Gives it definition and always looks clean. I vote for the charcoal. Sorry! O boy! AGREED, Tanya. It gets dirty easily. Order a sample for $23.07 Order Sample Delivering to: 60607 | Store Pickup in any event, thanks for this helpful post! The brown might be my favorite of all of them, and Im not a brown loving person at all. Im on the light/bright//off white side of this fence. Pale woods, black accents and an abundance of white shine in this Australian-Swedish familys renovated row house, Sure, white kitchens are beautiful when theyre sparkling clean. And Emily, I think youre underestimating these reject posts. I bet they all have a lot of value! I think that should be fine. Good luck. Personally I like a grey grout that mocks kitchens from the 30's. But what happens when we mix it up and put some black grout in between those simple tiles? I was looking at Fusion pro bright white.. which I also read there are sanded and non sanded grouts but can't find a non sanded fusion pro. Its what I have with my subway tile and its perfect.
How to Choose The Best Grout Colors For White Subway Tiles? Some of the reps say they are interchangeable. I think grey or dark looks dirty and industrial, but thats just one gals opinion! An extensive range of co-ordinated bright and matte glazed basic designer colours in seven sizes with a selection of bright glazed Accent Colours. Grey is nice but too trendy. Among the most popular options in the white tile category we have the subway tile. Windowless Bathroom Basement Bathroom Bathroom Remodel Idea Bathrooms Remodel Bathroom Ideas Ceramic Subway Tile White Subway Tile 384. I prefer the look of white, but I also know how hard it is to keep wht grout clean. Delorean grey It is a mess when you are applying it and you think you are never going to get it cleaned off the tile but it looks great when done. Not white, not light gray. A blend of lightweight recycled glass and fine aggregate sand allows for a smooth consistency that is easy to spread and clean. It may say Snowbound, but trust me, despite what my husband says, it is white. But maybe charcoal grout isnt for everyone. We have something closest to the Delorian grey with white tile in our bathroom and I like that it is softer than the charcoal but easier to keep clean than white. Have you founds it easier to clean? Every tiny imperfection stood out. It looks too old and not in a good way. Id vote for dark gray not quite as jarring as black. And frankly, if you were going to do white on white, may as well of just painted the whole wall white. Yada yada yada The HH mixed up the charcoal grout yesterday and FLIPPED OUT. White grout seems to be popular among my moms generation. I went with a light grey. Arctic White. Keep your kitchen current and classic, I say! Another commenter talked about dove color grout, and I like it for a grey. the white looks way washed out. I long for a more modern look with bigger tiles and thinner grout lines mostly for the practicality of it all. Its complimentary! I try and feed my family with $100 a month. We did a dark grout with white tile in a quick kitchen reno before resale and my husband (who is very handy and does almost all our home projects) had a very hard time working with it. And all Im going for in the end is a light, bright, clean and simple home. Yes, I know its on the backsplash, but it can still get stained. A grey would work, too, but adds another color ( though super minimally). It might look great! But I need to qualify my answer by saying I have never had tile so no idea about the stains and such. Little flaws are not that important, tile is more organic with small flaws. If you are thinking of white grout with the dove gray, I would take that off the table. I can't wait to see your pictures!!! Very best wishes to you on your new kitchen! I saw a photo of a Moorish-shaped tile on a kitchen backsplash. Charcoal grout. It gives it just enough of a pop. . For an off white grout like for my Marmi tile install I prefer Laticrete's Perm A Colour grout. I basically cant stand looking at it. Nope. That REALLY bothers me every time I go there and have to use that bathroom. Well worth doing it works. our house is white and grey so the white/cream grout does not work. Good luck. My local showroom helpfully labels all the displays with the name of the grout used. The white is so 1985! Kelly Wearstler of course. The dove with dove is definitely the safer choice. for pricing and availability. thanks! This looks like it may be brown grout with black tile. No brainer Charcoal. I think we used platinum, but it's been a while and I can't really remember. Grey is HUGE right now in decorating. I also prefer a lighter grout on white tile, but I think Id have to learn more toward bone/cream grout, just for the cleaning factor. Do not decorate for the next owner. I just used Delorean grey and loved it. I would do one of the whites and maybe the gray. And the white is isnt kind of blah. #teamcharcoal!! Its easy as you just use a paint brush and its much more forgiving than trying to grout dark and messing up the lines. Been there done that! I chose all wood with fully extend and soft closure. Great post on an often overlooked design decision. Have you seen/liked gray grout with white tile? And your question is what color your grout should be?
Mapai Grout Color Chart, Avalanche for Bright White! | Tile grout color That was me the other day- I have used Delorean many times with white subway tile- we have done several kitchen and bathroom renovations, and that shade of grey just works so well! I feel sick to my stomach over it. So if anyone else out there needs a warm white grout, I would highly recommend the Flexcolor CQ standard white grout. I HATE the grouts colors we just used in our $30k++++ bath renonvations. He has tile and white grout. So, even if darker grout isnt your first choice, it might be better than painting the white grout to keep it white. I prefer a much paler color that is not white. Wish I could attach a photo. It pulls together the look of the new dark knobs and drawer pulls you put in and looks like it is appropriate for the age of the house. We are in the finishing stages of our kitchen remodel and are trying to decide on grout for our white subway tiles. In the bathtub I continued with the same light grey grout with white subway tile.
Choosing Grout for Subway Tile | Daltile My friend thinks the black looks much better. Add color with your linens and counter accessories and cooking utensils. Also I agree that I have never had a problem cleaning my white grout either. I have so many opinions on grout, please allow me to share. It would be interesting to see how the grey differs from the charcoal. Cape Gray. I love the drawers and so does my husband. The charcoal is too much contrast. It also seals it so you wont have to worry about the toothbrush again. Im glad you published this. I would stick with the safe bet and use white. I totally agree all those LINES everywhere from the cabinets already. It isnt the bland, glaring white, but has some color (to go along with the style of the house) and isnt quite so hey! Any chance of adding a grey grout option to these subway & penny tile photos? Which to be honest I am usually not a fan of unless it is done very well (like this version) and the rest of the space stays pretty neutral. Emily, this is super helpful! That is the exact picture that I found that made me not like the charcoal way too busy. Hi Emily & team This vibrant collection offers a wide spectrum of colorful selections from bright hues to neutral, earthy tones. I cant give you specifics, because your grout color is dependent almost completely on your tile and your kitchen or bath design. The white washes out like you said looks like frosting smeared on the backsplash, the dark is such a contrast that every imperfection shows. 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For what its worth, we have a white marble herringbone back splash with white grout. My personal preference is a bit of contrast with white subways, but as somersletlass says, make sure it is grey and not cream. Anything but the charcoal..it always looks to me like black mold on the grout and is definitely nothing I want to see in a kitchen. I think thats what you need. Go team charcoal! With all the cool tile shapes out there right now I feel like the grout joint is having a moment. As for staining I dont have a problem with white grout currently on my kitchen backsplash so I am not sure what everyone is talking about with having to paint it or take care of it so religiously. I chose charcoal. So as of last night, here are the three choices so far: What I need from YOU: Your honest opinion based on the following facts: This isnt our dream home {but we do LOVE the area}. It was huge in the 90s and in the right modern space has always been classic, but different versions of it in various finishes are starting to come back and we are into it. All white tile. Thank you! The perfect medium between black and white grout thats a bit softer than both. He thought it would be hard to clean the white or any of the light colors. The edging on your cabinets makes distinct lines. So, what is your favorite combo? It provides the best definition and showcases the pattern/texture of the tile. Let us all know what your final choice is. The article is just the right length and the pictures are very helpful. White grout is a nightmare to clean. I love it! I used grey in a bathroom and hated it. The charcoal is way too dark. But then I go back to the fact that a little strip of backsplash isnt going to turn someone off from buying a house. Great compromise between the other two options. I do like the under cabinet lights and the lights in the cabinets (I still have wood shelves in the lighted cabinets.). I love the charcoal, hate the whites, and figure HH would compromise on the grey? Andrea, I wouldnt dream of using anything other than a grey colored grout. If the future owners want more color they can always use grout paint. It much easier than bending and having a door cabinet.The only thing I would do differently is not get the grates on the glass in the corner top cabinets. Remember the big crocodile tears over your trees?! Charcoal pops the hardware on the cabinets, but your choice is what matters. the white, and off white- wont last long.keeping grout clean so it is true to its color just wont happen, no matter how hard you try. We do delorean gray everywhere, but I bet you could mix the white and charcoal together? Since you are planning on selling the house, why not contact a local realtor for their opinion? Its looking great. Because it will. Happy to DM you a picture on IG. Thank you!!!! If it is, it is a true pale grey. Island cabinet/counter- white granite with navy cabinet Labor intensive but east to do. We wanted to get rid of the clunky yellow tile, yellow walls and really just refresh the house without going overboard.
daltile whites - is HD restore bright white the same as arctic white? Ultracolor Plus Max | Mapei One thing that should be mentioned is that you can mix sealer into the grout when the tile is being grouted so it is more stain resistant. Has anyone used Snow White grout on white tiles? I am 73 and live in the South. Both of those are too extreme on the spectrum. I did charcoal grout on the white weave-pattern floor, and Snow White on the green subway tile. So, What color did they choose? Thx! The realtor convinced us to leave it and the home did sell within a few days on the market (near Seattle) but I would shy away from ever attempting it again.
Grout Colors Selector | LATICRETE It is too harsh and the whites are not working at all.
Color Wheel Classic - Arctic White - Daltile Does anyone know a good epoxy white that is more like the sherwin williams completely white no color paint.
MAPEI White Grout at Lowes.com I think many would be very interested in an even deeper dive on this subject, looking at more colors and hues, floor versus wall, and even by room. But honestly, charcoal ties all your dark accents together. charcoal! At least for me, it gives the look more character because of the contrasting color (against the white). That is me now on grout. Since I did an inset cubby with the same penny hex- the grey seemed like the best option. We used white subway tile and charcoal grout. Thank you for encouraging all of us with your projects! I love the way it looks (very subtle) and still looks great two years after install. I think the only way to change the grout colour is to actually chip it out and re-do it. I hope you have a fan. on my main bath. In case you still arent sure we created these little cheat sheets to help you next time you have to make some serious grout decisions. The charcoal looks nice but maybe if your thinking resale gray would be best. Charcoal. Doing this to your tile will accentuate the grout which in turn makes the entire kitchen appear busier and less calming, but it does give it that vintage industrial look if that is what you are going for. Its tedious but it works. My daughter has white subway tile with white grout and I think its really pretty. Kitchen floor is black penny tiles with black grout which looks super cool and Ive been happy with but again its a lot of grout to clean for a kitchen floor. (Ive never had an issue keeping white grout clean, but maybe Im not a messy cook.). Arctic White Rectangle. It may have a big impact on color choice. But thats me. I mostly have white grout (in bathroom and in kitchen backsplash) and it really is a pain to clean I wish I would have went a very very light gray or even if white looks better. Indem Sie auf Annehmen klicken, stimmen Sie dem zu. period. Also used light gray grout with white tile. White grout to match DalTile rittenhouse arctic white? My male friend is 67 and chose charcoal, too.
White on white or black on black will save you some significant heartache. Lol. Take a look at the kitchen reveal posts. NOT white.