- 1). Consider color choices already made for the room. If it has a countertop, use that as the jumping-off point for color by picking up on potential flecks of color in the countertop's surface. Otherwise, consider tones of woodwork and paint.
- 2). Consider the use of the tile in the room. Mudroom floors should be dark and variegated in color to help hide dirt. Dark kitchens may become brighter looking with a bright or light color kitchen backsplash tile. Bathroom shower walls should use lighter toned tiles as well, particularly if they are small.
- 3). Consider the size of the room. Warm colors such as yellow, cream, gold and red visually contract, making large spaces seem smaller and more cozy. Cool colors such as blue, green, white and gray visually recede, making small spaces appear larger.
- 4). Select a shade of grout that either matches the tile or will recede into the background of the tile. White wall tiles can make use of white grout to blend. White floor tiles may make better use of a gray grout to help hide dirt. For tiles with multiple colors, use a neutral shade of grout that matches the tone of the tiles.