An Intro to Grout Color Choices

You have set your eyes on that beautiful handmade tile from Clay Imports. Maybe it’s already in your garage, ready to find its home in your project. But…have you chosen your grout yet? Often, many underestimate the power of grout in tile design. While it’s always a good idea to consult your tile installer about grout selection, we have put some guidelines together for you. Let’s talk grout colors!

WHAT COLOR GROUT SHOULD I CHOOSE?

Grout color is important for your overall design! There are a myriad of options if you go the conventional grout route. Here are the directions you can take with grout color:

MATCH YOUR GROUT COLOR TO YOUR TILE.

A matching grout puts the tile itself in the focus. This way you avoid “breaking up” the pattern, or have distracting lines, that can change the tile design. 

USE A CONTRASTING GROUT COLOR

A contrasting grout can be impactful if you want to enhance the shape or pattern of your tile. Here, a light grout really shows the shape, highlighting each tile as part of a big picture.

USE A NEUTRAL GROUT

Neutral grout colors, like off-whites or light grays, are a great “in-between” option. They neither create high contrast nor do they blend in too much with your tile.

USE COLORED GROUT

This one is for the bold ones among us. If you want to make your tile really stand out, use bright blue, red, or yellow colored epoxy grouts. Most designers choose a colored grout for a white square or subway tile for the wow effect.

DO NOT USE BLACK GROUT!

As a final note, we highly advise against using black grout, as it can irreversibly stain your tile! If you wish to use a dark grout color with Clay Imports tile, we recommend to not use a shade that is darker than a dark gray or charcoal.

WHERE CAN I BUY GROUT FOR MY CLAY IMPORTS TILE?

You can include your grout choice in your Clay Imports order! Select your preferred grout and the needed bag quantity here, and we will spare you the headache of running to different stores. Most grout choices are also available in other tile shops and e-commerce platforms.

Instant Groutification

We hope this Grout 101 helped you make a decision. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us with any further questions! We also recommend consulting our tile specific installation guidelines for further information on grout choices. 

Disclaimer: since the installation of tile greatly determines the integrity of the project and the tile itself, Clay imports does not warranty this product and is not responsible for dissatisfaction of material following installation. Please inspect all tile upon receipt and notify us immediately if you have any quality concerns. This guide is meant to serve as a general resource. Because each project is unique, consult your tile installer before installing your tile.