How Do You Choose Tile & Grout Color?
Choosing tile color may seem like a difficult job at first. After all, tile is more permanent than paint, so choosing a color that will wear well and that you enjoy looking at is important. When choosing tile color, let other influences in the room be your guide. Consider how dirt and light will effect your choice in the long term. Finalize your selection by considering how the tile will be affected by use. Choose your grout color to form a background to your tile so it blends in rather than stands out. Consider color choices already made for the room. If it has a countertop, use that as the jumping-off point for color by picking up on potential flecks of color in the countertop’s surface. Otherwise, consider tones of wood work and paint. Consider the use of the tile in the room. Mudroom floors should be dark and variegated in color to help hide dirt. Dark kitchens may become brighter looking with a bright or light color kitchen backsplash tile. Bathroom shower walls should use lighter
