27 Colorful Grout And Tile Combinations That Will Inspire You To Join The Bold Decor Trend

From patterned kitchen backsplashes to earth-toned bathroom walls, there's a plethora of tile trends dominating 2025. And there's one in particular that's perfect for adding a little extra personality to your home: colored grout. Although the playful look has popped up a few times over the past decade — it had a moment back in 2018 — it's experienced a true resurgence this year, with more and more designers experimenting with colorful grout shades rather than going with the more traditional white, black, and gray hues. 

The great thing about this versatile trend is that it can be used in a myriad of ways to match your style preferences and design needs. If you're looking to add a subtle pop of color while still keeping your space feeling clean and modern, pairing a crisp white or neutral tile with a vibrant grout will do the trick. Meanwhile, if a bolder look is what you're after, a high-contrast color combination — like blue tile and red grout, for example — would make a stylish statement. You could also perfect the monochromatic look by matching your tile and grout in the same color family, either keeping the same tone for a seamless finish or incorporating slightly lighter or darker shades for added depth. Whatever look you're hoping to achieve with a colorful grout-and-tile combination, the options are virtually endless. Below, we've gathered 27 inspiring pairings to get the ball rolling and help you decide how to take on this fun and unique trend. 

While blue has long been a popular kitchen tile color, an entirely blue backsplash can feel like a big design commitment. Instead, pairing a clean white tile with dark blue grout offers a fun pop of color while keeping the space feeling bright and fresh. To make the blue grout feel even more intentional, complement it with blue-painted cabinets or smaller blue accents — such as artwork or countertop decor — sprinkled throughout the kitchen. 

While yellowing grout certainly isn't typically something you'd want to see in your bathroom, as it can be a sign that the haze hasn't been successfully cleaned, an intentional yellow grout paired with a plain white tile can create a cheerful, sunny feel. In this instance, the warm yellow grout complements the wooden door while also providing a playful counterpoint to the turquoise sink. 

Speaking of a warm and sunny feel, you can't go wrong with orange tile and yellow grout. This bright pairing works especially well on shower walls and would instantly revitalize the space with its happy, energizing colors. It would also lend a retro vibe to a bathroom, as orange and yellow were extremely popular colors when it came to interior design in the '60s and '70s.

Pairing a soft blue tile with orange grout creates a striking, complementary look that would work beautifully in a bathroom or kitchen. The blue tile provides a fresh, modern feel, while the orange brings in a slightly retro touch — a perfect combination for someone wanting to blend old and new in their space. And because both orange and blue naturally pair well with gold, finishing this look with gold accents like a sink faucet, mirror, or light fixtures is the perfect way to tie it all together.

At first thought, dark blue tile on your shower walls might feel a bit too dramatic. Pairing it with dusty pink grout, however, softens the look of the dark tile, creating a surprisingly relaxing aesthetic. Blue is widely known as the most calming color for the mind, while pink is one of the most soothing, so together they can make your bathroom feel like an at-home spa — especially when you incorporate a few plants to finish the look.

Although similar to the white-tile-and-yellow-grout combo from earlier, pairing pale gray tile with yellow grout creates a softer, slightly more understated look. In this example, the muted gray fades into the background, letting the sunny grout be the focal point. The result is a calm yet cheerful palette that feels especially fresh in a bathroom.

Often linked to feelings of happiness and joy, the color orange is a great addition to a children's bathroom. A bright orange grout would instantly give the space an upbeat feel, and pairing it with a crisp white tile would keep the room from feeling too busy or overwhelming. Finish the look with complementary accessories like orange towels and robes. 

A fun way to make grout the star of the show is by painting your walls the same color — and why not try it out with burnt orange? Known to ignite feelings of warmth and coziness, burnt orange grout and wall paint paired with a plain white tile would create the ultimate inviting space for a kitchen or bathroom. And even better? It will capture the feeling of golden hour all day long.

If you're looking for a color combination that will give your space a midcentury modern feel, look no further than a brown tile and golden yellow grout pairing. Putting an earth-tone tile against a warm yellow grout echoes the sunny color palettes of the '60s and '70s. Complement the look with walnut cabinetry and brass hardware fixtures. 

It's no secret that green tile has been a popular bathroom trend this year — but what about green grout? Known for creating a relaxing atmosphere, green is a wonderful color to incorporate into any bathroom. But if you're not ready for all-green walls, pairing white tile with green grout is the perfect place to start. As with any earth-toned hue, gold accents, such as shower faucets, pair beautifully with this look.

From kitchen floors to accent walls, terracotta design choices have been all the rage this year. So why not hop on the terracotta trend by incorporating it as a grout alongside white tiles? In this example, warm and inviting terracotta grout is paired with unique oval tiles — rather than the traditional subway tile — and is complemented by a bathroom vanity in a matching color. 

If you want to add a feminine touch to your space, you can't go wrong with monochromatic pink. To make the grout really stand out, opt for a light pink tile with dark pink grout. Using this combination on your shower walls will instantly give your bathroom a romantic feel. And for added elegance, complement it with silver fixtures, as shown in this example.

Pale pink tile and yellow grout might not be the first combination that comes to mind with this trend — but the two colors actually work beautifully together. The yellow grout adds a happy, energetic feel, while the soft pink tile keeps it from being too bright and overpowering. As seen here, this combination looks great in a kitchen — especially when paired with other playful colors.

For a high-contrast color pairing, try light blue tile with deep red grout. Sitting on opposite ends of the color wheel, blue evokes feelings of calmness while red sparks excitement. Together, they create a striking harmony which lends to a dynamic, balanced aesthetic that would look great in any space. 

If you like the idea of red grout but prefer a simpler look than the one above, pairing crisp white tile with vibrant red grout creates an eye-catching, modern look with a subtle retro edge. This combination works especially well on a kitchen backsplash or bathroom feature wall, where it adds instant personality without feeling overwhelming.

If you want to play around with colored grout but also want your house to have a more moody aesthetic, try pairing a darker tile with a brighter grout. In this example, the black tile really lets the pink grout pop. And keeping the rest of the decor dark — including the sink and vanity — creates a rich, dramatic atmosphere.

Just like monochromatic pink, a deep pink grout with a white tile combination can add a playful, feminine feel to a space. In this instance, it creates a fun kitchen backsplash that also brightens up the concrete wall behind it. But it would lend well to a bathroom as well, and the pink could be tied in with accents like towels or candles.

A classic color combination, green and pink go together like wine and cheese. As opposing colors, they create a beautiful contrast when paired — with green acting as a deeper, more dramatic shade and pink bringing softness to it. To create a harmonious, balanced look, try pairing dark green tile with light pink grout. Make the grout stand out by bringing the same color onto the walls, as seen here, and tie it all together with gold accents such as faucets, tile trim, and mirrors.

Considering that copper is the bathroom tile material that's trending in fall 2025, you might be interested in pairing a copper-hued tile with a colored grout. And since copper gives off a slightly more retro feel, combining it with blue grout brings a complementary modern touch. The coolness of the blue also offsets the warmth of the copper, creating a striking contrast that would make the perfect cozy yet elegant feature wall in any space.

Known for being associated with luxury and creativity, purple tiles have been rising in popularity over the last few years. And while they're usually seen with a white or gray grout, pairing them with a mustard yellow grout adds an even more creative touch. In this example — which would lend well to a relaxing bathroom or kitchen environment — the yellow grout also brings a sense of brightness to the richness and moodiness of the dusky purple.

If you really want to lean into the colorful grout trend and truly let it be the star of the show, consider pairing a light gray tile with a beautiful salmon shade of grout. This can turn classic tiles into a modern masterpiece in an incredibly simple way. The salmon color used here was achieved by combining orange and pink grout products, proving you can achieve a unique look with this style. 

A growing trend in 2025, scallop-tiled walls are a great way to bring texture and charm to a space. Not only do they look great in bathrooms, kitchens, and even mudrooms, but they're also a fun choice to combine with the colorful ground trend. In this example, a kitchen backsplash takes on an elegant and creative feel with white scalloped tiles and gold grout. 

Another monochromatic option, pairing sage green tile with a matching grout, brings an earthy, grounding feel to a space — one that would lend itself especially well to a color-drenched bathroom. Hang eucalyptus in your shower, and you'll feel like you're walking into a spa every morning with this soothing grout-and-tile combination.

More quirky than the white tile and dark blue grout option, white tile alongside a light blue grout, as seen in this bathroom, creates a softer, less dramatic look while still incorporating a playful pop of color. Pair it with warm-toned hardware, like copper or brass, to make the room feel inviting.

Opting for a black-blue tile and golden yellow grout combination would make a wonderfully bold statement on shower walls. Although the tile is incredibly dark, the grout lightens it up. And because blue and gold are both known as regal colors, the pairing offers a distinctly luxurious feel.

Similar to white tile and gold grout, a glossy white tile and metallic brown grout make a lovely backsplash for a bathroom or a kitchen. Used here with arabesque-shaped tiles — also popular this year — the elegant bathroom look is perfectly complemented with a brushed brass sink faucet. 

A fun and creative way to add texture to a kitchen backsplash is to incorporate a patterned tile. To give it even more personality, though, you could choose one color from the pattern to use as your grout. In this example, the soft pink color from the flower petals has been used as a grout to perfectly tie everything together.