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I like the Charcoal with your countertops and I think it gives some definition to the tiles. . It looks better than the other two to me. Surprisingly, I love that black on black tile and grout in that bathroom. Thx! For an off white grout like for my Marmi tile install I prefer Laticrete's Perm A Colour grout. You should try the Delorean Gray. I always check out pictures on Pinterest and Houzz when I have to make a decision like yours and it helps me figure it out. Definitely Charcoal! The answer to me is REALLY easy. The charcoal is beautiful with the countertop and new handles but it makes a distinct pattern for your backsplash. Tbh, cleaning asaide, i think it shows off the tiles to greater effect. White will not set well with the next person most likely since it will get dirty even if you clean it for them. . Go team charcoal! The light grey. From a distance it doesnt even look any different than having no grout. I think I would go with light gray grout (or whatever will blend in the most with your backsplash tile). Required fields are marked *. That is the exact picture that I found that made me not like the charcoal way too busy. Love your blog Emily! I have white subway tile as my kitchen backsplash the grout is not brilliant white but still in the white family. I would use the soft white or a light grey. Need a contrast and so much easier to keep clean. I dont care for the white or the charcoal. 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. Deloreon grey ! And frankly, if you were going to do white on white, may as well of just painted the whole wall white. Opens in a new tab. All white kitchen. For resale, stick with white. First, if you havent heard of polyurethane grout, look into it. love the idea of this post! Blech. Sorry! I am 73 and live in the South. I always lean to white on white but I can see the sense in a grey and the less stained appearance that will result. And just when you thought we were done playing tile matchmaker, lets talk about black tile. Every little imperfection stands out. Any advice is most welcome!! They are called Harmony. Thank you SO MUCH for this post, especially the comparisons with different colors of tile and different colors of grout. I like the charcoal, but would love to see the delorean grey. We have unusually dark brown limestone floors and dark wood work (1930s house) and wanted to keep things warm. I agree, the white looks like someone smeared frosting on the tile. A bright white would be the better bet or I do really like the platinum, However I also like the rolling fog and the Cape Gray, Bright white or Silver shadow grout (epoxy laticrete). There are even grout stains so you can change the color if you change your mind. Ugh. Really like the contrast of the charcoal with white tiles. #teamcharcoal!! He not only dislikes the color, but thinks its going to be a total mess to use. No, the backsplash probably wouldnt keep someone from buying the house, but it might get you a lower offer. I would do one of the whites and maybe the gray. grout, and it looks awful and dated and NEVER CLEAN. This may sound weird but it really works. Yay for a whole post about grout! Windowless Bathroom Basement Bathroom Bathroom Remodel Idea Bathrooms Remodel Bathroom Ideas Ceramic Subway Tile White Subway Tile Another commenter talked about dove color grout, and I like it for a grey. The charcoal would be my second choice if your husband wont do grey. Easy. I want to add something howeverhoned marble can be cleaned with bleach/comet+green scotch pad and then be re-sealed. Personally, Im loving the posts that were drafts. Go with the gray you will be happy you did! Until now I honestly did not even think about grout. It isnt the bland, glaring white, but has some color (to go along with the style of the house) and isnt quite so hey! Charcoal- easier to not show dirt and adds a pop but that said will the colour stand up to time and wear n tear of the cleaning one has with a backsplash- I would look at reviews and seal the grout . Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. But it really freshens up the wood cabs. For what its worth I am not a realtor, but love the help we received from ours. Ive been watching home improvement shows and you can see every imperfection in the grout lines with such a contrast. I like the charcoal too What do you get when you mix the two? True, you should not paint the whole house in lavender even if it is your favorite color. It has held up really well on our kitchen backsplash. I think the only way to change the grout colour is to actually chip it out and re-do it. 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. FWIW the whitest white grout is Avalanche by Mapei. MAPEI. You have what sounds like a lovely and cohesive color scheme and a light to medium grey would look splendid. I totally agree all those LINES everywhere from the cabinets already. Model # 5UJ500011. Ha! Try grey today and I think youll both be pleased! Charcoal goes with the counter top, and then sets off all the white from the tile. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. This has been the go-to tile for DIY home renovations (and Starbucks locations) for quite some time and for a good reason. I totally would go for the white. Husbands! My friend did that, with classic white subway tiles, and it looks fab! White grout is horrible find and use. Its tedious but it works. A tone-on-tone job is much more forgiving, and something a lot of people can DIY. You all are killing it this week with posts on topics Im already considering. Thanks for the blogI agree that Custom Sisal Rugs is a practical and elegant flooring solution. alabaster white or bright white cabinets. Wish I could attach a photo. Keep doing them! Grey just adds another color and white is lovely for a bathroom. Ive had to go back and scrub each grout line with a q-tip soaked in vinegar to remove the haze. Agree. If brown is your jam then go ahead with the brown grout. Until the 1980s, there were only two choices when it came to grout: white or grey. Ill plump for light and bright every time. Big regret! Im a high contrast type of girl so I would be really tempted by the white tile/black grout combo as well as the black tile/white grout combo. I like the darker colors, I agree that the light is too stark. Final installed shade may vary with tile type, color and porosity as well as jobsite conditions and finishing techniques. I love the drawers and so does my husband. The white and off-white are definitely out, but the charcoal is a bit much for me. I think thats what you need. Now that it is installed you best get used to it. I get that. There are three conversations surrounding grout and they center on color, spacing, and visual impact. It may say Snowbound, but trust me, despite what my husband says, it is white. Secondly, and perhaps more importantly, the dark grout will highlight all the imperfections in the tile installation (inconsistent grout spacing, chips in the tile, tiles sticking out from the wall farther than others). based on your countertops and hardware, I would go with charcoal. I semi-remodeled my kitchen with long white subway tile and mid/dark grey grout and I love it. Yes my grout it sealed so not sure if that makes a huge difference. These affiliate links help support this site. I think charcoal or Delorean. (And Im from Alabama.). . I think it would have been interesting to have each commenter state where they are from. The Charcoal is too dark but I think dialing charcoal back a shade or two would be great. We did the charcoal with white tile. Arctic White Square. So glad youre saying this is working! I think it may be a good compromise. I like that. 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? The charcoal (used with lighter tiles) makes me think of grout so dirty that it cant be kept cleanie, fast food or gas station bathroom floors! here is a bathroom I tiled in cararra and used delorean grey 9on the walls and on the floor) . It really makes the tiles look great!! My favorite grout is light brown. I have a handsome husband, 2 kids and a flock of pet chickens. I am far from a interior decorator but I would go with the white. I have a 1920 Spanish home and tons of grout! In kitchens, I always imagine everything white eventually looking so, so dirty. From wider shots of your kitchen in previous posts, you have some beadboard that makes a vertical stripe. You could go with the white and then paint it darker if you hate it, too. J JL Cantabrigienne 30 followers More information Grouted shower walls - daltile arctic white subways, bright white grout. I would be on team grey in this case. I vote for charcoal. I saw a photo of a Moorish-shaped tile on a kitchen backsplash. White on white makes me think of bathroom tile. An extensive range of co-ordinated bright and matte glazed basic designer colours in seven sizes with a selection of bright glazed Accent Colours. Ruth Ann. Arctic white isn't as stark as bright white but still draws plenty of attention. I really do. I woke up this morning missing my buddy Chino the Handyman dearly and just for a moment wished we were back in Washington state so I could ask him WHAT GROUT COLOR we should choose for our subway tile. Your husband obviously had a very *strong* reaction to the idea of using charcoal grout. I am doing an entire room off my kitchen in white 3 by 6 subway with gray grout. Here is a male opinion. I know there are products that you can put OVER old grout but not sure if that can work with MARBLE tiles. Lets break it down and show you some examples of what different grouts do for different tiles so you understand what I am talking about: White Tile with White Grout: The ever-popular combo that may seem boring when we type it out, but in reality is classic, timeless and gives any room a clean updated look. Every time we pick grout in our office, all the designers weigh in grout is 10000 times harder to pick than tile!!! Both of those are too extreme on the spectrum. Ive never done it and Im scared to do it, but its something to think about especially after seeing this beaut. The charcoal is too dark; it calls attention to itself. If the future owners want more color they can always use grout paint. But I couldnt even get him to try it yesterday {maybe he will give it a go today?}. I used grey in a bathroom and hated it. The white is so 1985! Great post on an often overlooked design decision. Kindest regards, Dale. Grout Joint Recommendation: 1/16" Manufacturer Advisory: All tile is measured by the DCOF AcuTestTM method. To me the Snow White is reading creamy. Either white will show every speck of food, grease etc. The pe, Keeping busy here at the @fairislestudio dyeing wo, Another beautiful sunset here at the @FairIsleStud, A few pictures from todays walk. A blend of lightweight recycled glass and fine aggregate sand allows for a smooth consistency that is easy to spread and clean. It was done in 2013 and my only issue is that I didnt carry the tile over on to the other walls. MAPEI. Ultimate performance cement grout; Uniform . After investing in the tiles, show them off and dont ever have to fret about keeping them clean.
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