I do love the slight contrast but would have been happy with white white too.
Light gray tile with black grout.
Had i been able to do white with white i would have loved the look you chose.
Dark grout in a similar tone to a dark tile will create a softer look while a light grout will bring out the tile pattern adding even more drama.
Use non sanded grout for joints that are narrowing measuring under 1 8 inch.
Sanded grout is stronger so it reduces.
In the bathtub i continued with the same light grey grout with white subway tile.
Use sanded grout when measuring over 1 8 inch.
When choosing tiles for the bathroom shape color and texture decisions factor in immediately but one aspect that can strongly impact the final look is often a mere afterthought.
Contrast of tile and grout.
When do you use sanded vs.
The grey blends seamlessly.
For example in the commercial backsplash below a neutral gray softens the green tile for a look that is eye catching but not overly graphic and demanding.
The white was too stark for my taste.
Since i did an inset cubby with the same penny hex the grey seemed like the best option.
What color grout to use with gray tile.
Custom 4x12 in flagstone design.
Choosing the right grout color can make all the difference so it s worth thinking about when planning the overall look of your bathroom using a light colored grout particularly in conjunction with white tiles.
If you like black tile but want to soften the look choose a charcoal shade for the tile and match it closely rather than choosing a pure black and trying to soften it with white.
With gray tiles we always recommend matching the grout with tiles.