How to choose the perfect colour

Grouting white and off-white tiles

When it comes to tiling with white or off-white wall tiles, choosing the right grout colour can make all the difference. The colour of your grout has the power to enhance your tiles, create contrast, or seamlessly blend your walls into your overall design scheme. In this guide, we'll help you find the best grout colour for your white tiles, whether you're looking for subtle sophistication or bold contrast.

The impact of grout colour

Before diving into specific colours, it's important to understand how grout color affects the overall look of your tiled surface.

Using a grout colour that closely matches your tile will create a smooth, uninterrupted look, making your space feel larger and more cohesive.

Choosing a contrasting grout colour highlights the shape and layout of your tiles, adding visual interest and emphasising patterns and tile shapes.

The right grout colour can enhance the undertones in your tiles, bringing out their natural beauty and complementing the rest of your décor.

The best grout colours for white tiles

White grout

For a clean and seamless look, white grout is the most popular choice. It creates a monochromatic finish, making your space feel bright and airy. This combination is perfect for minimalist designs, modern kitchens, and bathrooms where you want the tiles to blend effortlessly into the background.

Kennet Winterborne White Grout Kitchen WEB

Pantry Classic Delft Antique White Floral Corners Sylvia White Grout 2 Low

Contemporary Classics Antique White square wall tiles behind a green Everhot range cooker

Posterity Icing on the Cake white wall tiles in green kitchen

Posterity Icing on the Cake white wall tiles in a modern white kitchen by Ben Heath

Beige grout

Beige grout adds warmth to white and off-white tiles, creating a more inviting atmosphere. These neutral grout colours are ideal for spaces with natural materials like wood or stone, as they harmonise beautifully with earthy tones. Use beige or taupe grout to add a touch of cosiness to kitchens, living areas, or bathrooms.

ULL SQ VALLEY LIFESTYLE Limestone Grout 1 WEB

Valley square tile finished with Beige grout

Wall of soft white metro brick tiles behind an an oak worktop and a basket of bread

Posterity Icing on the Cake metro tile finished with Beige grout

Wall of square antique white tiles paired with butterfly taco tiles and border metro tiles

Butterfly taco tiles paired with the willow border tiles finished with Beige grout

Medium grey grout

For a bold look, consider pairing white tiles with medium grey grout. The strong contrast emphasises the tile shape and layout, making a statement in any room.

Simplicity Alabaster handmade wall tiles in kitchen from Marlborough Tiles

Kennet White Horse skinny brick wall tiles in the home of Ross and Ian ross and ian

Silver grey grout

If you want a subtle contrast that still feels soft and sophisticated, silver grey grout is an excellent option. It adds just enough definition to the tiles without overpowering them. Silver grey grout works especially well in contemporary interiors, where a calm and cohesive look is desired.