This summer, kitchen trends and bathroom trends have reflected the new styles that 2022 has brought to households around the country. From bringing nature into your space to the more-is-more philosophy of maximalism, styles are changing in response to the world wide events of the past few years. Home design in the Memphis Metro Area and greater mid south region of Mississippi and Arkansas is becoming more and more about creating a sense of joy, peace, and fun, and The Tub Pros is bringing the new trends to you.
One overarching theme of the year is color. While the mid-2010s embraced minimalism and pastels, 2022 is all about jewel tones and unexpected pops of color—especially blues and greens. This year has even seen color come to a part of tile features in your home that you might not notice most of the time—the grout.
Yes—the filler that’s used between tiles on walls, floors, and counters is getting a refresh in 2022! The Tub Pros is helping people choose the right grout color to accent their tiles and give the room a new look. Here, we’ll break down what this trend means, and how The Tub Pros can help bring your grout and tile fixtures up to date.
What exactly is grout?
Grout fills in the gaps between tiles when they’re placed on your wall, floor, or counter. Those gaps between tiles need to be filled in, both to keep debris or water from getting underneath the tile, and to add stability to the surface. The exact ingredients might differ, but often include cement, lime, and water. Some grouts have sand, some include epoxy, and some have color pigment—it depends on your project, though all tile projects will use some kind of grout.
Grout is sealed, too—this can protect it from water-related problems like mold or mildew. Chipped, stained, or otherwise unsightly grout isn’t uncommon, though, especially if it’s been in place for a long time—and that’s something that tile refinishing (and The Tub Pros) can repair and change the color for you.
Why would I use colored grout?
While you might think of grout as neutral, even if the color is white, beige, or gray, it’s actually still a color that has a big impact on the look of a room—that’s why many include a color pigment in their grout. Typically, grout ranges from black and white to shades of tan and gray, and is always one of the design choices that goes into creating your space. A tan grout paired with decorative tan tiles might let the design on the tiles take center stage, while a white grout with white tiles can give a space a crisp, finished appearance. Black grout with white tiles might look sharp, angular, and polished.
But just because those grout colors are the most common doesn’t mean they’re the only option. Colorful grout follows the same logic—it can be one of the choices that goes into a space making a definite statement. A vibrant gold grout paired with white or black tile might create a sense of drama and elegance, while a blue grout with contrasting tiles can add a sense of playfulness and fun. 2022 is all about bold color choices, and grout is one way to set the stage for a room.
What colors and styles of colored or painted grout are popular?
When you consider what colors are trending for bathrooms and kitchens in 2022, that gives you an idea of the grout colors that are gaining popularity. Earth tones, blues, and greens are all trending as tile colors—as is a trend for bold color statements and dramatic spaces. Earth tones and bold colors aren’t on two different tracks—both are bold and about creating a space you love—but grout choices will probably differ, depending on the rest of the space.
For example, a more traditional neutral grout might be the best choice for someone using patterned or mosaic tiles. For tiles with visual interest, like a pattern with intentionally uneven grout lines, the grout color will probably contrast enough to add to the visual interest of the feature, but probably won’t be a fully contrasting color.
You might also choose a contrasting color to make solid-colored tiles pop—a gold and blue combination can be a reflection of natural tones and elegance, while a brightly colored grout—like blue, green, or even orange—can add a fun touch to a space without an overwhelming expanse of and commitment to colorful tile. Some grout can even be shimmery, glittery, or metallic. It might mirror the stainless steel or copper accents of a kitchen, or add whimsical fun to a kids bathroom.
Just like many of 2022’s other trends, colorful grout is a way to create a space that reflects you. There are options for every level of commitment—from a nearly-neutral color or classic gold to a jewel tone or burst of glitter—with options for every personality and personal style, too.
How can The Tub Pros help me?
When Memphis residents wonder “where can I find counter and sink reglazing near me?”, they turn to The Tub Pros for our quick, budget-friendly, and beautiful refinishing services. But we do more than bathtub refinishing—Memphis and the mid-South have families with a wide variety of needs. We can refinish sinks, add accessibility features, repair damage, and reglaze tile and replace grout, too.
Changing the color of your tile and great can give a room a totally new look and feel. Whether you want to bring dated colors into the modern day, create a statement tile feature, or get rid of damage, rust, cracks, or stains, tile reglazing can help you to make your space all you want and need it to be. This process follows the same process as tub or counter refinishing, and leaves you with a space that looks and feels like new—without the hassle and expense of a full renovation or the risks and pitfalls of a DIY project.
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