When it comes to retiling your home, most people focus on only the perfect tile, based on material, texture or pattern. But in reality, one of the most crucial factors that can affect how your tiled areas eventually look is the grout colour.

Beyond aesthetics, grout colour can influence the maintenance and longevity of your tiles, which is why selecting the right shade from our Grout Colour Selection Chart is essential.

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How Grout Colour Affects the Look of Your Tiles

While grouting may seem like a small part of the overall tiling process, its colour can have a major impact. The right grout shade can:

• Blend seamlessly with tiles for a subtle, unified look.
• Create contrast for a bold, eye-catching design.
• Enhance or tone down patterns in decorative tiles.
• Influence how clean your tiles appear over time.

Grout isn’t just a filler for your tiles. It’s an essential design feature that can change the entire look and feel of your floors and walls.

Choosing the Right Grout Colour for Your Space

One question we frequently get is with so many options available, how do you decide on the right grout shade? Let’s break it down.

1. Matching Grout for a Seamless Look

If you want your tiles to take centre stage, choosing a grout colour that closely matches your tile colour will create a smooth, uninterrupted effect.

This approach works especially well with neutral tones like Polar White, Chalk and Pebble Beige from our Megasealed Grout Colour Selection Chart.

Best for: Minimalist spaces, large-format tiles, and areas where you want a clean, elegant aesthetic.

2. Contrasting Grout for a Bold Statement

If you want to highlight the shape or pattern of your tiles, choosing a contrasting grout colour can make a dramatic impact. For example:

• Dark grout (e.g., Cinder Grey or Coal) with white tiles – Provides a modern, high-contrast look.
• Light grout with dark tiles – Emphasises tile shapes and patterns.
• Coloured grout (e.g., Smokey Grey, Greige) with geometric tiles – Adds definition and depth.

Contrasting grout works particularly well with subway tiles, hexagonal tiles, or herringbone layouts, where the tile pattern is a feature of the design.

Best for: Feature walls and geometric tile layouts.

3. Mid-Tone Grout for a Balanced Look

For a look that’s defined but not too dramatic, mid-tone grout options like Greige, Smokey Grey, or Silver Grey are perfect.

These colours provide just enough contrast to highlight the tiles without overpowering the space.

Mid-tone grout also works well in areas that experience moderate wear, as it won’t show stains as easily as white grout but won’t darken the space like black grout.

Best for: Natural stone tiles, bathrooms, and open-plan living areas.

Light vs Dark Grout: What’s Best for Maintenance?

While grout colour is a design choice, it can also affect how easy your tiles are to maintain.

• Light grout (e.g., Polar White, Chalk): Creates a fresh, bright look but may need more frequent cleaning.
• Dark grout (e.g., Coal, Grey Gum, Cinder Grey): Hides dirt better, making it ideal for high-traffic areas.
• Neutral grout (e.g., Greige, Smokey Grey, Silver Grey): A great middle ground—hides stains while maintaining a light, clean appearance.

Fortunately, no matter which you choose, our Megasealed epoxy grout is specifically engineered to withstand everyday wear and tear and be easy to clean.

How to Change Your Grout Colour Without Retiling

If your grout is already stained or discoloured, you might be wondering how to change the colour. The good news is that you don’t need to replace your tiles to get a fresh new look.

Professional tile regrouting involves removing the old grout and replacing it with a fresh, new colour from Megasealed’s premium grout range; All at a fraction of the cost of a full renovation.

This is also the best way to completely renew your tiled space while also strengthening and protecting it against moisture damage.

Refresh & Protect Your Tiles with Megasealed

Grout isn’t just about looks—it plays a crucial role in keeping your tiles durable, waterproof, and easy to maintain. Whether you’re refreshing your space or fixing worn-out grout, tile regrouting with Megasealed ensures a long-lasting, professional finish.

If you’re thinking about how to change grout colour or restore your tiles, get in touch with our team today for expert solutions designed to last.

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